Cecilia Zapata
Stanton,CA
Summary
Patient-focused Endoscopy Technician highly experienced in preparing equipment and supporting physicians and nursing staff before and during procedures. Offers attention to detail and strong interpersonal and organizational skills.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
GI Technician
Hoag Irvine Endo Center
Newport Beach, CA
03.2018 - 05.2024
- Performed endoscopic procedures on patients, including sigmoidoscopy, colonoscopy and esophagogastroduodenoscopy.
- Assessed patient's condition before discharge from GI Lab and Endoscopy Suite.
- Participated in monthly meetings with Endoscopy team members to discuss safety protocols and best practices.
- Prepare rooms and equipment based on patient needs. Assist physicians and registered nurses in the conduct of procedures.
- Conduct in-service training to demonstrate information regarding equipment or instruments.
GI Technician
UCI Medical Center
Orange, CA
11.2014 - 04.2016
- Performed endoscopic procedures on patients, including sigmoidoscopy, colonoscopy and esophagogastroduodenoscopy.
- Assessed patient's condition before discharge from GI Lab and Endoscopy Suite.
- Monitored vital signs during the course of a procedure.
- Assisted physicians in performing diagnostic and therapeutic procedures such as bronchoscopies, enteroscopies and ERCP.
- Ensured that all instruments were properly handled according to infection control guidelines.
Education
Associate of Science -
Heald College
Fresno, CA04-2012
Skills
- Instrument Sterilization
- Medical Equipment Maintenance
- Diagnostic Testing
- Patient Care
- Prepare rooms and equipment based on patient needs
- Specimen Collection
- Assist physicians and registered nurses in the conduct of procedures
- Conduct in-service training to demonstrate information regarding equipment or instruments
- Place devices, such as blood pressure cuffs, Pulse oximeter sensors, nasal cannula, and cardiac monitoring electrodes on patients to monitor vitals signs
- Cleaned and sterilized instruments and dispose of contaminated supplies
Timeline
GI Technician
Hoag Irvine Endo Center
03.2018 - 05.2024
GI Technician
UCI Medical Center
11.2014 - 04.2016
Associate of Science -
Heald College