Caitlyn Duda
Colorado Springs,CO
Summary
Organized and motivated employee eager to apply time management and organizational skills in various environments. Seeking entry-level opportunities to expand skills while facilitating company growth.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Radiology Assistant
UC Health Memorial Hospital Central
Colorado Springs , CO
2023.08 - Current
- Greeted patients, verified personal information, and answered questions about procedures.
- Assisted radiologists in performing diagnostic imaging procedures, such as x-rays and CT scans.
- Prepared and positioned patients for imaging exams according to established protocols.
- Operated a variety of equipment used for diagnostic imaging purposes.
- Ensured that all safety regulations were followed while working with radiation producing equipment.
- Managed inventory of supplies necessary for radiology procedures.
- Transported patients from one department or facility to another as needed.
- Cleaned rooms between patient visits according to infection control guidelines.
- Completed general administrative tasks to support radiology department.
- Provided assistance to physicians and other technologists during complex procedures.
- Helped patients feel comfortable with procedures by explaining steps and answering questions.
- Reset examination rooms between appointments by cleaning surfaces and restocking supplies.
- Offered assistance in dressing or changing seriously ill, injured and disabled patients.
- Greeted patients with warm smile and promoted individual comfort throughout procedures and scans while being as discrete as possible.
- Adhered to strict HIPAA guidelines to maintain patient and medical record confidentiality.
- Fostered relationships with patients to minimize anxiety and distress and enhance cooperation.
Patient Transporter
UC Health Memorial Hospital Central
Colorado Springs , CO
2022.11 - 2023.08
- Greeted and assisted patients in wheelchairs to their appointments.
- Assisted nurses with patient transfers, using proper body mechanics and safety measures.
- Ensured patients' comfort by providing blankets, pillows, water, and other necessary items.
- Maintained cleanliness of transport vehicles and equipment.
- Collected patient information from nursing staff prior to transport.
- Checked all medical documents for accuracy prior to transporting patients.
- Communicated effectively with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare personnel regarding patient care needs.
- Responded promptly and appropriately to requests for assistance from hospital staff.
- Followed all safety guidelines while transporting patients in a wheelchair or bed.
- Adhered strictly to HIPAA regulations concerning confidentiality of patient information.
- Assisted with transferring deceased bodies from the hospital unit to the morgue with respect and dignity.
- Greeted patient and explained transport plan and destination.
- Provided patient transport using various equipment and adhered to safety protocols.
- Maintained facility and patient confidentiality, complying with HIPPA policies and procedures.
- Developed strong and trusting rapport with patients to facilitate smooth, quality care.
- Determined mode of transport based on patient's condition, comfort and safety factors.
- Assisted patients with entering and exiting vehicles, and transferring from or to wheelchairs or stretchers.
- Disinfected and properly stored transport equipment.
- Secured IV connections, tubing and other medical devices for safe transport.
- Offered blankets, checked modesty and engaged in appropriate conversation.
- Supported and coached new employees on policies and safety measures and offered assistance with tasks.
- Helped prevent safety problems and maintain compliance with regulations through effective training practices.
- Alerted nursing staff to patient distress or equipment malfunction for immediate intervention.
- Employed isolation techniques and complied with universal precautions.
Pharmacy Technician
King Soopers
Colorado Springs , CO
2021.01 - 2022.06
- Maintained daily inventory of pharmaceuticals and ensured proper storage conditions.
- Prepared medications for dispensing by counting, pouring, labeling, and verifying doses.
- Performed data entry for patient profiles, billing information and prescription orders into the pharmacy software system.
- Managed filing of prescriptions, both electronically and manually.
- Retrieved medication from shelves based on physician orders and delivered them to pharmacists for review.
- Ordered drugs from wholesalers as needed and maintained records of incoming shipments.
- Verified accuracy of medication labels before they were dispensed to customers.
- Ensured compliance with all federal, state, local laws and company policies related to pharmacy operations.
- Resolved customer complaints in a timely manner while maintaining professionalism at all times.
- Checked expiration dates on medications to ensure that only unexpired products were dispensed.
- Reported any discrepancies or errors in medication ordering or filling processes immediately to the pharmacist on duty.
- Restocked shelves with new supplies of medications as needed.
- Kept accurate records of controlled substances received and dispensed in accordance with DEA regulations.
- Provided education materials about medications to patients upon request.
- Organized work areas so that everything was easily accessible when needed.
- Monitored inventory levels of commonly used drugs and placed orders when necessary.
- Teamed with peers, technicians and pharmacists to prioritize and complete orders.
- Created new customer profiles and updated demographics, allergies and new medications in pharmacy computer systems.
- Assisted pharmacist with clearing high volume of prescriptions and responded to customer questions.
- Refilled medications, offered insight into over-the-counter products and verified insurance benefits.
- Transmitted claims to insurance companies for payment and reconciled EOBs.
- Received written prescriptions and refill requests from patients, evaluating information for completeness and accuracy before filling.
Security Technician
El Paso County Sherrif's Office
Colorado Springs , CO
2014.07 - 2020.11
- Provided facility security and personnel safety at all times.
- Performed audio-visual recognition and positive identification for all ingress traffic.
- Monitored internal doors, gates, corridors and blind areas with the use of cameras, radio, and body language.
- Notified and directed staff and/or outside agencies of the location of Emergency alarms and codes.
- Prepared computerized shift log to record routine, emergency and unusual activities as directed by supervisor.
- Recorded key set verification, equipment inventory, inmate count, and specific security activities as directed.
- Maintained log of rejected indigent and legal mail.
- Monitored security in lobby area.
- Answered telephone and referred calls to appropriate personnel.
- Provided information to visitors, public and professional.
- Scheduled and identified and processed visitors to the detention facility.
- Ensured visitors meet dress code, eligibility and security requirements.
- Logged visitors in and out of computer and checks for warrants, when directed.
- Directed traffic into facility, including emergency vehicles, fire personnel, delivery persons and emergency repair crews.
- Provided training to new sworn or civilian personnel on control room operations.
- Provided history/data regarding inmates and facility.
- Monitored the movement of inmates throughout the facility.
Education
High School Diploma -
Falcon High School
Peyton 05.2014
Skills
- Effective communication skills
- Customer service and assistance
- Problem resolution
- Organization
- Computer skills
- Leadership skills
- Active listening skills
- Time management
- Interpersonal skills
- Patient Care
- Attention to Detail
- HIPAA Compliance
- Inventory Oversight
- Team Building
- Professionalism
- Effective Communication
- Organizational Skills
- Medical Procedure Support
- Multitasking
- Patient Safety
- Equipment Preparation
Volunteer Experience
El Paso County Sheriff’s Office
Cadet January 2010- May 2014
- Participated in community events, parades, and ceremonies
- Participated in the Adopt a Road program to help keep roads clean
- Assisted with Intake and Booking of inmates at the Criminal Justice Center
- Assisted patrol deputies with their duties
Timeline
Radiology Assistant
UC Health Memorial Hospital Central
2023.08 - Current
Patient Transporter
UC Health Memorial Hospital Central
2022.11 - 2023.08
Pharmacy Technician
King Soopers
2021.01 - 2022.06
Security Technician
El Paso County Sherrif's Office
2014.07 - 2020.11
High School Diploma -
Falcon High School
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