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Caitie (CJ) Byrd

Tempe,AZ

Summary

Well-qualified Clinical Trainer adept at planning and implementing onsite and remote training programs. Authoritative and clear communicator with enthusiastic style and insightful approach. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience

Work History

Clinical Trainer- ARTAS

Venus Concept
03.2022 - Current
  • Completes and maintains training records, trainee education files, and documentation of competency skill level
  • Works jointly with clinical training team to develop clinical material including presentation, curriculum, and live training protocols.
  • Conducted clinical simulations and provided feedback for each individual provider.
  • Provided educational lectures and facilitated discussions on weekly basis as part of the on-boarding process.
  • Provided immediate and constructive feedback to providers individually and as group.
  • Improved performance by defining clear goals and communicating performance metrics.
  • Updated instructional materials, ordered equipment and supplies and utilized various learning modalities to enhance instruction.
  • Distributed course syllabus and communicated course standards and learning objectives to students.
  • Provide clinical instruction for up to six providers in clinical settings.
  • Coordinated training schedules across sites with practice development managers to optimize training initiatives and work-flow management.
  • Facilitated virtual, in-person and blended learning sessions.

Independent Clinical Trainer

National
01.2015 - 03.2022
  • Provided on-site training for physicians, advanced level providers, and ancillary staff regarding medical hair restoration
  • Trained and mentored new personnel.
  • Consults with division director, director of nursing, and other trainers to conduct new hire trainings
  • Supervise new hires in the field to continue education and conduct assessments regarding promotion
  • Maintains relationships with physicians across the country by ensuring procedure specific education, inventory management, and staffing
  • Catalogs weekly travel expenses for reimbursement.
  • Provided skill demonstrations for device operation, sterile processing protocols, and maintained clinical logs.
  • Enhanced teams to offer services nation wide.

Account Specialist

RS Medical
04.2012 - 08.2015
  • Conducted patient device education opportunities in a variety of settings across the greater Phoenix metropolitan area
  • Collaborated with the regional account manager to create a curriculum for physician and staff education utilizing Microsoft Office Suite software
  • Maintained HIPAA compliant medical records
  • Maintained accurate records of expenses for meals, entertainment, training, and transportation.
  • Adhered to standards of quality and service as well as all compliance requirements.
  • Served customers with knowledgeable, friendly support at every stage of the training experience.
  • Kept detailed records of daily activities through online customer database.
  • Built relationships with customers and community to promote long term business growth.

Certified Medical Assistant

Hair Club for Men and Women
08.2011 - 04.2012
  • Completed clinical procedures and gathered patient data for interpretation by physician.
  • Dictated HIPAA compliant patient records.
  • Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
  • Taught patients about medications, procedures, and care plan instructions.
  • Enhanced patient outcomes by providing knowledgeable education on procedures, medications, and other physician instructions.

Clinical Research Assistant

Benaroya Research Institute
01.2011 - 07.2011
  • Participated in initiation visits and investigator meetings, implementing trials in accordance with study timelines and budgets.
  • Followed informed consent processes and maintained records.
  • Collected data and followed research protocols, operations manuals, and case report form requirements.
  • Worked with principal investigator and sponsors to facilitate daily trial activities and comply with research protocols.
  • Gathered, processed, and shipped lab specimens.
  • Explained procedures to patients to reduce anxieties and increase patient cooperation.

Certified Medical Assistant

Virginia Mason Medical Center
01.2010 - 01.2011
  • Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions, and prepared for physician examinations.
  • Communicated clearly and effectively with patients to verify information, determine purpose of visit and record medical history.
  • Called and faxed pharmacies to submit prescriptions and refills.
  • Assisted with routine checks and diagnostic testing by collecting and processing specimens.
  • Conducted preliminary patient evaluations measuring weight, temperature and blood pressure.
  • Promoted office efficiency, coordinating charts, completing insurance forms, and helping patients with diverse needs.
  • Scheduled appointments, registered patients, and distributed sample pharmaceuticals as prescribed.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Business Management

Western Governors University
07.2018

Skills

  • Software Proficiency
  • Quality Assurance
  • Clinical Expertise
  • Curriculum Development
  • Attention to Detail
  • Critical Thinking
  • Active Listening
  • Interpersonal Skills
  • Training Delivery
  • Clinical Instruction

Leadership Recognition

  • Certificate of Appreciation, US Army, Joint Base Lewis-McChord, WA, 05/01/18, Recognized for contributions made to support of Army life for military families.
  • Volunteer, Bethel School District, Graham, WA, 10/01/17, 04/01/18, Provided special education to children ages 5 to 12 under the supervision of the classroom teacher., Assisted teachers with curriculum preparation by providing resources and planning for classroom instruction.
  • NeoGrafter of the Year, NeoGraft, Charlotte, NC, 07/01/16, Recognized for excellence in physician satisfaction for providing outstanding NeoGraft hair transplant services.

Timeline

Clinical Trainer- ARTAS

Venus Concept
03.2022 - Current

Independent Clinical Trainer

National
01.2015 - 03.2022

Account Specialist

RS Medical
04.2012 - 08.2015

Certified Medical Assistant

Hair Club for Men and Women
08.2011 - 04.2012

Clinical Research Assistant

Benaroya Research Institute
01.2011 - 07.2011

Certified Medical Assistant

Virginia Mason Medical Center
01.2010 - 01.2011

Bachelor of Science - Business Management

Western Governors University
Caitie (CJ) Byrd