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Avalisa Tevaga

Auburn

Summary

Healthcare professional with strong background in cardiac monitoring, skilled in accurately identifying and reporting arrhythmias. Known for exceptional teamwork and adaptability in fast-paced environments, consistently contributing to optimal patient outcomes. Expertise in telemetry systems and ECG interpretation, coupled with detail-focused and reliable approach.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

Cardiac Monitor Technician/Health Unit Coordinator

Valley Medical Hospital
07.2023 - Current
  • Monitored patients' heart rhythms and functions through cardiac monitoring strips.
  • Collaborated with healthcare team to maintain quality patient care.
  • Served as a dependable resource for nurses and other healthcare staff, providing guidance on proper lead placement and interpretation of cardiac monitor findings.
  • Trained and supervised new cardiac monitor technicians on best practices and safety measures.
  • Facilitated smooth transitions between shifts by providing comprehensive handover reports detailing any significant events or observations during monitoring periods.
  • Helped maintain departmental efficiency by promptly troubleshooting technical issues with monitoring systems or software applications when they arose.
  • Streamlined workflow processes by maintaining an organized workstation and prioritizing tasks efficiently.

Cardiac Monitor Technician/Health Unit Coordinator

Multicare Covington Hospital
09.2018 - 12.2021
  • Administered continuous 12-lead electrocardiogram and SPO2 monitoring
  • Updated patients' records with readings taken from heart monitors or EKGs
  • Discharged patients from system by creating discharge letters and reports for physicians and office staff
  • Maintained medical supplies and equipment needed to provide patient care
  • Cleaned and maintained heart monitors and EKG machine to remove dirt from electrodes for accurate measurements
  • Reviewed patient information to determine normal and abnormal heart patterns
  • Collaborated effectively with interdisciplinary teams to deliver quality patient care
  • Communicated with patients and medical staff to convey important information and facilitate smooth unit operations
  • Scheduled medical appointments and transportation for discharged patients
  • Conducted unit greetings and orientations for newly admitted and transferred patients
  • Responded to patient call lights quickly and expedited appropriate follow-through
  • Implemented new hire training to further develop skills and initiate discussions on task prioritization

Cardiovascular Technician

Virginia Mason Hospital and Seattle Medical Center
07.2016 - 04.2018
  • Checked, tested and maintained cardiology equipment to uphold optimal diagnostic standards
  • Recorded blood pressure, limb volume changes, disrhythmias and oxygen saturation to inform diagnostic processes
  • Interacted with patients, asked appropriate questions and listened carefully to deliver high level of clinical care
  • Monitored patients' blood pressure and heart rates before, during and after procedures
  • Collaborated effectively with interdisciplinary teams to deliver quality patient care
  • Rendered high level of support to stressed patients prior to procedures, offering comfort and listening ear
  • Prepared equipment and positioned patients for non-invasive procedures
  • (Stress tests- Dobutimine test, Nuclear Medicine test.)
  • Set up equipment to prepare for patient procedures and tests
  • (Holter monitors and ziopatch.)
  • Educated patients about the medical procedure and the risks and outcomes before obtaining their consent
  • Scheduled patients for appointments within the cardiovascular lab
  • Verified patient insurance
  • Registered new patients with orders from providers outside of the hospital system

Education

Associate of Applied Science -

Highline College
Seattle, WA
12.2021

Lab Assistant Certificate -

Renton Technical College
Renton, WA
12.2011

Skills

  • ECG Rhythm Interpretation
  • First Aid/CPR
  • Critical Thinking
  • Good Work Ethic
  • Friendly, Positive Attitude

Timeline

Cardiac Monitor Technician/Health Unit Coordinator

Valley Medical Hospital
07.2023 - Current

Cardiac Monitor Technician/Health Unit Coordinator

Multicare Covington Hospital
09.2018 - 12.2021

Cardiovascular Technician

Virginia Mason Hospital and Seattle Medical Center
07.2016 - 04.2018

Lab Assistant Certificate -

Renton Technical College

Associate of Applied Science -

Highline College

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