Open To Work
Chelsea Martinez
Grand Junction,CO
Summary
Highly knowledgeable Healthcare Technician with diverse experience in providing patient care, maintaining medical equipment, and performing laboratory procedures. Equipped with strong communication skills for effective interaction with patients, family members, and healthcare team. Proven ability to make positive contributions to patient outcomes through adherence to safety protocols and commitment to continuous learning.
Compassionate Healthcare Technician known for high productivity and efficiency in task completion. Skilled in patient care, medical terminology, and healthcare technology. Excel in teamwork, communication, and adaptability, ensuring optimal patient support and care coordination.
Empathetic and knowledgeable Health Technician with many years of experience using advanced interpersonal and technical skills. Enthusiastic team player driven to achieve exceptional patient outcomes.
Compassionate professional successfully educating patients on health topics. Adept at supporting multiple physicians in busy clinical environments.
Professional Health Technician experienced in providing wide range of services to patients. Supported registered nurses and physicians across all areas of patient care to contribute to superior level of compassionate patient care.
Intelligent Technician with many years of experience. Detail-oriented and responsive to patient inquiries and questions. Communicates clearly with both patients and coworkers.
Experienced in helping clinical and surgical professionals diagnose and treat chronic and acute patient concerns. Well-organized and level-headed in both routine and emergency situations. Competent in using and monitoring equipment, updating records and comforting patients during difficult times.
Communicative professional delivering client needs, conducting assessments and planning treatments. Providing dedicated respiratory care following physician orders. Pursuing role dedicated to helping patients achieve optimum outcomes.
Diligent and detail-oriented professional offering several years of experience preparing patients for and procedures. Skilled at coordinating supplies, preparing fields and maintaining aseptic conditions. Knowledgeable about hipaa requirements and industry standards. Works well in fast-paced, stressful environments.
Established Patient Care Technician offering CPR certified, clinical training in acute care, medical-surgical, skilled nursing, psychiatric, geriatric and rehabilitation units. Administered and assisted with glucose testing, injections, feedings and colostomy care. Proficient in nursing documentation, assessment and decision-making. Calm and effective in pressured and emergent situations.
Compassionate professional in health technology and technical services, known for high productivity and efficient task completion. Skilled in patient data analysis, medical equipment operation, and healthcare IT systems. Excelling with top soft skills including communication, teamwork, and adaptability to ensure success in fast-paced environments.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
2014
2014
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
Health Care tech
Grand Junction Regional Center
Grand Junction, CO
09.2021 - Current
- Monitored patient vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff.
- Supported residents in daily living activities, enhancing their quality of life.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of medical equipment and supplies.
- Implemented infection control protocols to ensure patient safety.
- Documented patient care activities accurately in electronic health records.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to plan patient care strategies.
- Guided patients and families in health management, promoting informed decision-making and resource utilization.
- Delivered emotional support to patients, creating a trusting and compassionate environment.
- Responded quickly to emergency situations by providing appropriate medical attention.
- Maintained accurate records of patient care services provided.
- Cleaned and sterilized medical equipment to maintain infection control standards.
- Assisted in the preparation of patients for examinations and treatments.
- Adhered to safety protocols when handling hazardous materials or working with radiation equipment.
- Monitored patient's vital signs during treatments or diagnostic tests.
- Provided assistance with daily living activities such as bathing, dressing, eating and transferring patients.
- Collected specimens for testing purposes such as urine samples or throat swabs.
- Kept current on new developments in healthcare technology through continuing education courses.
- Collaborated with other healthcare professionals to provide comprehensive care for each individual patient.
- Provided emotional support to patients and their families during treatment process.
- Inspected medical equipment to ensure proper functioning prior to use.
- Performed patient assessments, including vital signs, weight, height and body mass index.
- Instructed patients on how to properly use medical devices at home, such as oxygen tanks or nebulizers.
- Ensured that all patient information was kept confidential in accordance with HIPAA regulations.
- Recorded patient vital signs, documenting information into medical charts.
- Maintained confidential documentation of patient information to stay compliant with federal regulations.
- Observed and reported changes in patient condition to registered nurse.
- Responded quickly and with deep care for patients to build trust and rapport.
- Disposed of potentially hazardous biological material and contaminated supplies.
- Educated patients on procedures and treatments, answering questions regarding post-operative care and medication side effects.
Cashier
Lawes Home Improvement
Grand Junction, CO
04.2019 - 03.2021
- Operated cash register and processed customer transactions efficiently.
- Provided excellent customer service and addressed inquiries promptly.
- Maintained clean and organized checkout area for smooth operations.
- Assisted in inventory management by restocking merchandise as needed.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure timely service during peak hours.
- Handled cash, credit, and check transactions securely and accurately.
- Educated customers about store promotions and loyalty programs effectively.
- Resolved customer complaints with professionalism and empathy, improving customer satisfaction and loyalty.
- Operated cash register efficiently and accurately, processed payments by cash, check, credit card, gift card or automatic debit.
- Accepted cash and credit card payments, issued receipts and provided change.
- Operated cash register or POS system to receive payment by cash, check and credit card.
- Collected payments and provided accurate change.
- Greeted customers and answered any questions they had about the store's products and services.
- Assisted with various tasks as assigned by management. as assigned by management.
- Stocked shelves with merchandise when needed.
- Helped customers find specific products, answered questions, and offered product advice.
- Maintained cleanliness of checkout area including countertops, registers, windowsills and floors.
- Issued receipts, refunds, credits or change due to customers.
- Answered customer questions and provided store information.
- Delivered high level of customer service to patrons using active listening and engagement skills.
- Worked closely with front-end staff to assist customers.
- Trained new team members in cash register operation and stock procedures, ensuring consistent service quality.
- Completed daily recovery tasks to keep areas clean and neat for maximum productivity.
- Delivered excellent customer service while promoting loyalty programs, enhancing customer engagement and retention.
- Processed sales transactions to prevent long customer wait times.
- Learned roles of other departments to provide coverage and keep store operational.
- Followed company security procedures for handling large sums of money.
- Answered customer inquiries regarding store policies and procedures.
- Kept records of purchases; maintained orderly appearance of checkout area; restocked supplies as needed.
- Preserved appearance of store by arranging and replenishing displays and merchandise racks.
Education
Central High School
Grand Junction, COSkills
- Patient monitoring
- Electronic health records
- Infection control
- Patient education
- Vital sign assessment
- Collaborative care planning
- Compassionate support
- Emotional resilience
- Detail orientation
- Time management
- Crisis intervention
- Adherence to safety protocols
- Patient confidentiality compliance
- Effective communication
- Team collaboration
- Vital signs monitoring
- Infection control procedures
- Basic life support certification
- Patient education and support
- CPR and first aid
- Healthcare documentation
- Medical equipment operation
- Continuous learning and development
- Patient care coordination
- HIPAA compliance
- Emergency response training
- Communication and interpersonal skills
- Medical terminology proficiency
- Oxygen therapy
- Electronic documentation
- Equipment preparation
- ADL assistance
- Clinical documentation
- Patient care
- Room restocking
- Clinical support
- Medication administration
- Healthcare ethics
- Supply management
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Decision-making
- Monitor patients
- Direct patient care
- Patient records analysis
- Heartsaver CPR AED (CPR AED)
- Medical terminology
- Patient observation
- Organizational skills
- Coaching and mentoring
- Relationship building
Languages
English
Native/ Bilingual
Certification
- Qmap
- CPR/AED
- Basic life skills
Work Preference
Job Search Status
Open to workWork Type
Full TimeLocation Preference
On-SiteRemoteSalary Range
$21/hr - $1000/hrTimeline
Health Care tech
Grand Junction Regional Center
09.2021 - Current
Cashier
Lawes Home Improvement
04.2019 - 03.2021
Central High School