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Brandon Blackwell

Dallas,TX

Summary

Highly motivated veteran with years of experience navigating and facilitating in fast-paced environments. With the proven ability to lead under pressure, Possess exceptional problem-solving abilities. Actively pursuing opportunities with a progressive organization that would effectively utilize these capabilities to enhance company growth and performance.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
year of post-secondary education

Work History

Multi-Tech

HCA CARENOW
01.2024 - Current
  • Conducted routine quality control checks to ensure accurate test results and maintain laboratory standards.
  • Managed inventory of laboratory supplies, reducing waste and optimizing resource allocation.
  • Performed complex laboratory tests with precision, supporting clinical diagnoses and treatment plans.
  • DOT certified provided comprehensive reports detailing inspection findings and potential risks
  • Coordinated patient referrals to specialists or other healthcare providers as needed for comprehensive care management plans.
  • Conducted breath and alcohol test, DOT drug screenings
  • Maintained a high level of accuracy in labeling and tracking specimens, ensuring proper testing and timely results.
  • Conducted blood draws, X-rays, and assisted with medical procedures

NCT/Medical Assistant

Texas Healthcare
07.2023 - 09.2023
  • Called and faxed pharmacies to submit prescriptions and refills.
  • Documented vital signs and health history for patients in clinic and hospital environments.
  • Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms, and allergies.
  • Assisted physicians with minor surgeries, including staging trays for medical procedures.
  • Prepared lab specimens for diagnostic evaluation. Made appointments for patients to conduct MRI or CT imagery
  • Responded to emails and other correspondence to assist and treat patients with their concerns or instructions after surgery.
  • Assisted the PA or DR with Ultrasound for gel or steroid injections
  • Removed staples and sutures. Achieved diagnostic X-Ray images.
  • Set up orthopedic fracture tables for casting procedures and applied variety of plaster and fiberglass casting, splints, braces, soft goods and skin and skeletal traction.

Security Professional

Allied Universal Security Services
03.2023 - 09.2023
  • Drafted reports of property damage, theft, accidents, and unusual occurrences to document daily activities and irregularities.
  • 100% Identification checked of persons entering and exiting facility to eliminate unauthorized visitors.
  • Patrolled and monitored premises in company vehicle, and by foot.
  • Screened incoming employees, personal belongings, and shipments for security concerns.
  • Provided safety reports and data analysis to building managers to inform security processes.
  • Actively listened to customers, handled concerns quickly and escalated major issues to supervisor.

NCT/MA/Trainer

Citra Urgent Care
07.2021 - 03.2023
  • Completed x-rays safely by correctly using shielding equipment following OSHA requirements.
  • Obtained blood samples for related laboratory testing.
  • Managed admissions forms, patient instructions and consent documentation.
  • Assisted doctor during procedures, helping to run machinery and keep patients comfortable and still. Setting up lac trays, pelvis exam trays, and others.
  • Helped physicians read and understand resulting imagery by offering expert counsel in complex cases.
  • Checked equipment each day and reported major malfunctions to supervisor for attention.
  • Documented patient data and histories and updated charts with current information.
  • Trained and supervised new radiologic technologists and technicians.
  • Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically ill patients.
  • Processed patient specimens according to priority and documented results.
  • Performed testing and quality control using approved laboratory procedures and instrumentation.
  • Conducted 20 EKG's a week on patients.

LMRT/MA

North Texas Injury
01.2021 - 05.2021
  • Positioned over 30 patients each day for diagnostic images.
  • Operated diagnostic equipment such as radiographic equipment and interpreted resulting images.
  • Maintained examination rooms and restocked medical and radiologic supplies.
  • Reviewed physicians' orders to determine medical imaging needs and operated radiologic equipment to capture, develop, and produce diagnostic images.
  • Educated patients and family members regarding diagnosis, injury prevention, and therapeutic treatments.
  • Taught patients how to use braces and crutches to reduce pain.
  • Conducted Cervical and Lumbar decompression.
  • Conducted electrotherapy on patients such as high frequency and ultrasound therapy.

Commissioned Security Officer

G4S Private Security
08.2019 - 10.2019
  • Surveyed interior and exterior building
  • Protected facility and property guests by regularly circulating premises and monitoring surveillance feeds.
  • Acted quickly during emergency situations to reduce opportunity for damage and injury.
  • Ensured client’s standards were met
  • Conducted regular patrols of key areas to spot and control security concerns.
  • Rapid alert response
  • Detailed communication with team and management
  • Escorting visitors or contractors to their designated areas

Detention Service Officer

Dallas County Sheriff's Department
06.2014 - 05.2016
  • Tracked inmates through head counts, visitor logs and scheduled activities.
  • Observed and supervised inmates throughout visits, meal time, recreation, phone calls and showers.
  • Recorded information on prisoner identification, charges and incidences of inmate disturbance.
  • Inspected facility regularly for security breaches, contraband and unsanitary conditions.
  • Observed conduct and behavior of detainees to prevent disturbances and escapes.
  • Prepared, processed and maintained forms, reports, logs, records and activity journals.
  • Conducted pat downs and strip searches of inmates and visitors to prevent contraband from entering facility.
  • Strengthened emergency response protocols by conducting emergency scenarios and quarterly drills and assessing results.

Infantry Squad Leader

U.S. Army
01.2007 - 05.2013
  • Lead Combine Security Force Golden Lions on disruption and presences patrols
  • Escorted American and Iraqi High-ranking Officers
  • Escorted VIPs and Late Senator John McCain
  • Secondary medic in combat situations,
  • Lead in combat operations
  • Provided tactical and technical guidance to subordinates
  • Professional support to both superiors and subordinates in accomplishment of their duties.
  • Enforced military standards, protocols, and regulations
  • Wrote operation orders
  • Conducted mission briefs
  • Prepared risk assessments
  • Performed after-action reviews with military personnel.
  • 2 deployments to Iraq. 1 deployment to South Korea

Education

Some College (No Degree) - Medical Radiologic Technology

The College of Health Care Professions
Fort Worth, TX
03.2020 - 05.2021

Skills

Critical Thinking

First Aid and CPR

PPE Compliance

Quality control

Medical laboratory procedures

Documentation and reporting

Diagnostic imaging

Specimen collection

Additional Information

Military Service Branch: United States Army

Service Country, United States

Rank: Sergeant

January 2007 to May 2013- Honorable Discharge

Timeline

Multi-Tech

HCA CARENOW
01.2024 - Current

NCT/Medical Assistant

Texas Healthcare
07.2023 - 09.2023

Security Professional

Allied Universal Security Services
03.2023 - 09.2023

NCT/MA/Trainer

Citra Urgent Care
07.2021 - 03.2023

LMRT/MA

North Texas Injury
01.2021 - 05.2021

Some College (No Degree) - Medical Radiologic Technology

The College of Health Care Professions
03.2020 - 05.2021

Commissioned Security Officer

G4S Private Security
08.2019 - 10.2019

Detention Service Officer

Dallas County Sheriff's Department
06.2014 - 05.2016

Infantry Squad Leader

U.S. Army
01.2007 - 05.2013
Brandon Blackwell