BETTYE W. LITTLE FIELDS
Douglasville,GA
Summary
Adept at technical performance analysis and maintaining HIPAA compliance, I excelled at Wellstar Cobb Hospital by enhancing patient care through accurate ECG monitoring and effective stress management. My proficiency in medical terminology and commitment to professionalism significantly improved clinical decision-making and patient confidentiality practices. Skilled Telemetry Monitor Technician with comprehensive background in cardiac telemetry monitoring and interpretation. Strong grasp of EKG rhythms and arrhythmia detection, as well as proficiency in patient data documentation and hospital safety protocols. Proven abilities in team collaboration, patient care, and troubleshooting technical issues. Demonstrated impact by maintaining high level of accuracy in readings, contributing to enhanced patient outcomes in previous work settings.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
TELEMETRY MONITOR TECHNICIAN
Wellstar Cobb Hospital
Austell, GA
10.2001 - Current
- Monitored and analyzed cardiac rhythms of patients simultaneously, promptly identifying arrhythmias, ST segment changes, and other abnormalities.
- Collaborated closely with nursing staff and physicians to provide real-time updates on the patient's cardiac status, enabling informed clinical decisions.
- Maintained a clean work environment by following established protocols for cleaning equipment after use.
- Identified potential safety issues related to telemetry monitoring systems and took corrective action as needed.
- Recorded observations and baseline measurements to maintain accurate medical records.
- Demonstrated knowledge of arrhythmias and their management through appropriate interventions.
- Assisted in training technicians, medical students or other staff members.
- Worked effectively in team environments to make the workplace more productive.
UNIT SECRETARY {FLOAT/ TO VARIOUS UNIT}
Wellstar Cobb Hospital
Austell, GA
02.2021 - 11.2024
- Answered telephone calls promptly and directed them to appropriate personnel or departments.
- Monitored office supplies inventory and placed orders when necessary.
- Adhered to HIPAA requirements to safeguard patient confidentiality.
- Managed confidential information with discretion and in accordance with HIPAA guidelines.
- Assisted in patient admission and discharge processes, ensuring smooth transitions.
- Monitored unit supply levels and notified management of ordering needs.
- Ordered and maintained supply inventory for medical office.
- Managed unit call reception and routed calls to correct department.
- Collaborated with multi-disciplinary staff to improve overall patient care and response times.
TELEMETRY MONITOR TECHNICIAN
Grady Hospital
Atlanta, GA
01.2022 - 09.2022
- Monitored cardiac rhythms, analyzed data, and reported findings to medical staff.
- Demonstrated knowledge of arrhythmias and their management through appropriate interventions.
- Recorded observations and baseline measurements to maintain accurate medical records.
- Identified potential safety issues related to telemetry monitoring systems and took corrective action as needed.
- Maintained a clean work environment by following established protocols for cleaning equipment after use.
- Worked effectively in team environments to make the workplace more productive.
- Provided education about cardiac monitoring to nurses, other healthcare professionals, and family members.
UNIT SECRETARY AND TELEMETRY MONITOR TECHNICIAN
St Joseph Hospital
Atlanta, GA
03.2000 - 03.2011
- Efficiently monitored and interpreted cardiac rhythms for a high-volume unit, promptly identifying and communicating any abnormal findings to the medical team.
- Greeted patients, determined purpose of visit and directed to appropriate staff.
- Coordinated with other departments to ensure timely delivery of services to patients.
- Monitored office supplies inventory and placed orders when necessary.
- Assisted in patient admission and discharge processes, ensuring smooth transitions.
- Executed clerical tasks and assisted with unit duties to keep departments running smoothly.
- Answered telephones and directed calls to the appropriate medical or administrative staff.
- Provided clerical support including filing, faxing, photocopying and data entry of patient information into electronic health record systems.
- Demonstrated strong organizational skills by efficiently coordinating unit activities.
Education
EKG/ Telemetry & Medical Terminology - EKG/ Telemetry & Medical Terminology
Moses Cone Hospital
Greensboro, NC06-1992
CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant
Moses Cone Hospital
Greensboro, NC01-1992
Bachelor of Science - Health Sciences
University of Liberia
Monrovia, Liberia01-1979
Some College (No Degree) - Unit Secretary
Moses Cone Hospital
Greensboro, NCSkills
- Technical performance analysis
- HIPAA compliance
- Data analysis
- Stress management techniques
- Patient confidentiality practices
- ECG monitoring
- Written communication proficiency
- Medical terminology proficiency
- Professionalism and ethics
Timeline
TELEMETRY MONITOR TECHNICIAN
Grady Hospital
01.2022 - 09.2022
UNIT SECRETARY {FLOAT/ TO VARIOUS UNIT}
Wellstar Cobb Hospital
02.2021 - 11.2024
TELEMETRY MONITOR TECHNICIAN
Wellstar Cobb Hospital
10.2001 - Current
UNIT SECRETARY AND TELEMETRY MONITOR TECHNICIAN
St Joseph Hospital
03.2000 - 03.2011
EKG/ Telemetry & Medical Terminology - EKG/ Telemetry & Medical Terminology
Moses Cone Hospital
CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant
Moses Cone Hospital
Bachelor of Science - Health Sciences
University of Liberia
Some College (No Degree) - Unit Secretary
Moses Cone Hospital
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