Bobby Lowe
Direct Care/Med Tech
Muskegon,MI
Summary
Dedicated worker passionate about helping others live fulfilling lives by providing personal assistance and care in managing various health-related conditions. Knowledgeable about managing medications, appointments and social events. Well-organized and compassionate with good relationship-building abilities.
Detail-oriented Home Care professional adept in offering client assistance with daily living activities, transportation and overall well-being. Offering 17 plus years of healthcare experience, including monitoring clients with developmental disabilities and adhering to patient care plans. Superior record of patient dedication and commitment to promoting comfort and quality care. Dedicated Direct Care/Med professional with history of meeting company goals utilizing consistent and organized practices. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance the organizational brand. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Reliable employee seeking Direct Care/Med Tech position. Offering excellent communication and good judgment. Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level Med Tech/Direct care position. Ready to help team achieve company goals.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Home Support Coordinator
HGA Support Services
Muskegon, MI
09.2014 - 01.2023
- Monitored vital signs and medication use, documenting variances and concerning responses
- Worked with supervisory medical staff to review cases and improve care
- Directed patients in simple prescribed exercises, including passive and active ROM to maintain musculoskeletal functions and increase strength
- Completed general housekeeping work to help clients, including preparing healthy meals and keeping personal areas neat
- Ambulated patients in personal spaces, across facilities and in public locations with supportive care and attention to personal requirements
- Ambulated individuals with safe and effective strategies around home, public and medical locations
- Oversaw and planned resident schedules by coordinating doctor appointments, exercise routines, recreational activities and family visits
- Helped clients maintain daily living standards by assisting with personal hygiene needs
- Administered all necessary medications as directed by care plan
- Maintained clean and well-organized environment to promote client happiness and safety
- Assisted clients with living independently through skill-building and mentoring in areas such as housekeeping adaptations and preparation of healthy meals.
- Provided direct personal care and administrative services to clients.
- Transported clients for medical and personal outings.
- Supported families through difficult times by offering emotional support and education on important care tasks.
- Documented vital statistics and coordinated with health care providers.
- Helped clients with managed home care, ensuring efficacy of care by monitoring health status.
- Constructed cognitively stimulating activities.
- Developed and implemented performance improvement strategies and plans to promote continuous improvement.
- Resolved conflicts and negotiated mutually beneficial agreements between parties.
Lead Med Tech
American House Senior Living Communities
Spring Lake, MI
01.2020 - 04.2022
- Communicated with patients and families to obtain patient medical histories and vital information.
- Created reports of technological findings by collecting, analyzing and summarizing information.
- Interacted with patients and families while demonstrating high standards of performance, teamwork and compassion.
- Used [Software] to accurately log various pathology results with [Number]% error rate.
- Administered medications and performed basic and advanced patient assessments.
- Sterilized instruments and disposed of used or contaminated supplies in adherence to OSHA regulations.
- Used first aid and preventive medical procedures to stabilize critically ill patients.
- Communicated with dispatch and treatment center personnel to provide information about medical situations and receive instructions for further treatment.
- Followed appropriate disinfecting procedures to sterilize medical equipment.
Direct Care Worker
Turning Leaf Residental Rehab Services
Muskegon, MI
04.2013 - 09.2014
- Assisted disabled individuals to foster independence while still closely monitoring safety at all times
- Assisted patients with daily personal hygiene tasks by providing bathing, dressing and grooming
- Oversaw and planned resident schedules by coordinating doctor appointments, exercise routines, recreational activities and family visits
- Performed light housekeeping duties such as, making beds, sweeping floors and sanitizing surfaces
- Worked to improve patient outlook and daily living through compassionate care
- Ambulated patients in personal spaces, across facilities and in public locations with supportive care and attention to personal requirements
- Monitored vital signs and medication use, documenting variances and concerning responses
- Planned and prepared nutritious meals and snacks to meet client dietary requirements such as diabetic, low sodium and high protein
- Completed general housekeeping work to help clients, including preparing healthy meals and keeping personal areas neat
- Maintained clean and well-organized environment to promote client happiness and safety
Direct Care Worker
Pioneer Resurces
Muskegon, MI
08.2006 - 12.2012
- Assisted patients with daily personal hygiene tasks by providing bathing, dressing and grooming
- Administered all necessary medications as directed by care plan
- Completed general housekeeping work to help clients, including preparing healthy meals and keeping personal areas neat
- Directed patients in simple prescribed exercises, including passive and active ROM to maintain musculoskeletal functions and increase strength
- Maintained clean and well-organized environment to promote client happiness and safety
- Transported clients to locations such as medical appointments and group meetings to maintain social connections and meet medical needs
Education
High School Diploma -
Muskegon Heights Academy
Muskegon, MIBusiness
Baker College
Muskegon, MISkills
- Compassionate client care
- Administering medication
- Client documentation
- Procedure standardization
- Mobility assistance
- Drug administration trained
- Infection control standards
- Personal and professional integrity
- Organization and planning
- Relationship and team building
- Licensed in the field of Direct Care Healthwest Muskegon, Michigan
- CPR First Aid Red Cross Muskegon, MI
- Customer Needs Assessments
- Standard Operating Procedure
- Elder Care
- Employee Timesheet Processing
- Expense Reports
- Business Correspondence
- Clerical Support
- Data Communications
- Preventive Maintenance
- Mental Health Support
- Electronic Medical Record Software
- Special Needs Care
- Companionship and Emotional Support
- Daily Charting
- Report Observations
Accomplishments
- Supervised team of 10 staff members.
- Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
- Served in United States army E-4 Specialist Administration from November 1989 to May 1993
Timeline
Lead Med Tech
American House Senior Living Communities
01.2020 - 04.2022
Home Support Coordinator
HGA Support Services
09.2014 - 01.2023
Direct Care Worker
Turning Leaf Residental Rehab Services
04.2013 - 09.2014
Direct Care Worker
Pioneer Resurces
08.2006 - 12.2012
High School Diploma -
Muskegon Heights Academy
Business
Baker College
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