April Hermann
Fort Wayne,USA
Summary
- Experienced member of the medical profession promoting 16 years of progressive experience in the OR setting.
- Collaborate routinely with physicians, and have fostered a wonderful working relationship with them and the entire OR staff.
- Think "outside the box" in terms of getting the best results for each patient.
- Always willing to take on new tasks to support the team and help provide the best outcome possible.
Versatile Lithotripsy Technologist with comprehensive background in urological procedures and patient care. Demonstrated strengths include operation and maintenance of lithotripsy equipment, diagnostics, treatment planning, and safety protocols compliance. Previous roles have benefited from the ability to provide empathetic patient care, collaborating effectively with medical teams, and adapting quickly to evolving technologies or techniques. Known for meticulous attention to detail and commitment to maintaining the highest standards of patient care.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Lithotripsy Technologist
Fortec Medical
Fort Wayne, Indiana
04.2023 - Current
- Coordinate with other healthcare professionals regarding patient care plans.
- Demonstrated knowledge of anatomy pertinent to stone disease management techniques.
- Maintained accurate records of patients' treatments and responses to therapy.
- Set up, operate and maintain lithotripsy equipment in accordance with safety regulations.
- Provide patient instructions and education prior to lithotripsy procedure.
- Current member of the education committee to create a training and performance module for new hire lithotripsy (ESWL) technologists.
- Assisted physician during lithotripsy procedures by preparing patients and operating the lithotripsy equipment.
- Greet patients with a warm smile and promoted individual comfort before the procedure.
- Help patients feel comfortable with procedures by explaining steps and answering questions.
- Travel as needed with the ESWL equipment to participating hospitals for procedures. Also travel when needed to areas across the country for case coverage.
Clinical Specialist, Pain Management
Medtronic
Fort Wayne, Indiana
04.2022 - 04.2023
- Provided guidance and support to medical staff at physicians offices and hospital’s regarding best practices in patient care.
- Worked closely with physicians implanting spinal cord stimulators and pain pumps in both the OR and office setting.
- Followed patients for spinal cord stimulator trials and potential implants.
- Fostered relationships with patients to minimize anxiety and stress to enable the best possible outcome.
- Facilitated clinical support to physicians, hospital staff, and healthcare personnel to optimize use of product.
- Met with patients as needed for stimulator adjustments or issues with their device. Assessed patient needs and developed individualized care plans, noting any changes or improvements in their condition.
- Educated patients and medical office staff on best practices.
- Attended seminars to remain up-to-date on product industry development.
Lithotripsy Technologist
HealthTronics
01.2010 - 01.2022
- Utilized Extracorporeal ShockWave Lithotripsy (ESWL) equipment to treat patients with kidney stones.
- Worked along side Urologists to successfully treat stones via shockwave, alleviating the patients pain and breaking them to small, passable stone fragments.
- Responsible for positioning patients to target the kidney stone using fluoroscopy and lithotripsy equipment for treatment.
- Working knowledge of the OR equipment and supplies to assist physicians and OR staff with basic needs during the case.
- Promoted and verified proper recording and transmission of patient information.
- Monitored condition and availability of ESWL equipment and supplies to promote safe and efficient operations.
- Minimized errors and maintained patient comfort with proper positioning.
Radiologic Technologist/Medical Office Associate
Parkview Premier Surgery Center
Fort Wayne, IN
01.2000 - 01.2022
- Worked full time for Premier prior to joining HealthTronics in 2010.
- Continued working PRN as needed for Parkview Premier Surgery and Parkview North covering fluoroscopy x-ray for surgical cases during my tenure at HealthTronics
- Performed fluoroscopix x-rays for outpatient cases ranging from pain management procedures to urology and general cases in the OR.
- Began at Premier Surgery Center in 1999. I began in the office setting utilizing my degree in Health Information Technology.
- I started my career as a patient registrar, moving on to work three years in billing and insurance, calling on delinquent accounts and performing payment audits.
- I also performed medical records review for completion of charts alongside my OR duties as a Radiologic Technologist.
Education
Associate of Science - Radiolgic Technology
University of Saint Francis
Fort Wayne, IN07.2006
Associate of Science - Heath Information Management
Indiana University-Purdue University Fort Wayne
Fort Wayne, IN05.1999
Skills
- Procedural Support
- Patient and Medical Staff Support for procedures and implants
- Critical Thinking
- Quality Control
- Task prioritization
Additional Information
References Available Upon Request
Timeline
Lithotripsy Technologist
Fortec Medical
04.2023 - Current
Clinical Specialist, Pain Management
Medtronic
04.2022 - 04.2023
Lithotripsy Technologist
HealthTronics
01.2010 - 01.2022
Radiologic Technologist/Medical Office Associate
Parkview Premier Surgery Center
01.2000 - 01.2022
Associate of Science - Radiolgic Technology
University of Saint Francis
Associate of Science - Heath Information Management
Indiana University-Purdue University Fort Wayne