Christine Hehr
Ridgecrest,CA
Summary
Multi-talented Paramedical Examiner with 10+ years gathering information for life insurance companies to accurately evaluate prospective customers' health. Highly competent in gathering necessary health information and samples as well as interviewing customers. Known for upbeat attitude and stellar service when interacting with customers. Dependable records clerk effective in managing operations. Successful in encouraging team members to work efficiently and meet production targets. Well-organized, self-motivated and knowledgeable about successful strategies for managing fast-paced work.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Paramedical Examiner
Apps Paramedical
03.2014 - Current
- Checked and documented vitals such as blood pressure, height and weight.
- Collected blood samples from clients following safety and biohazard handling procedures.
- Packaged and shipped samples to laboratory for processing.
- Interviewed customers to record medical history and lifestyle information.
- Performed EKG tests on clients based on health status and medical history.
- Processed patient care records accurately and promptly.
- Followed safety procedures for personal protection and client well-being.
- Assembled tourniquets, needles, and blood collection devices to prepare work trays.
- Collected blood samples using vacutainer tubes, tourniquets, syringes, butterfly needles, and straight needles.
- Drew blood from veins by vacuum tube, syringe, or butterfly venipuncture methods.
- Collected blood samples in accordance with laboratory protocols and regulations.
- Reviewed and processed requisitions for laboratory tests.
- Verified proper storage and transportation of specimens to laboratories.
- Followed established safety protocols and standards to minimize risk of infection and injury.
Phlebotomist
Ridgecrest Regional Hospital
05.2014 - 09.2014
- Used personal protective equipment correctly to protect coworkers and patients.
- Monitored patients for reactions and verified sample quality.
- Assembled tourniquets, needles, and blood collection devices to prepare work trays.
- Packaged and shipped specimens to central lab daily.
- Conducted venipuncture and other CT procedures.
- Completed proper sanitation and cleaning of equipment and work areas between patients.
- Reviewed patient records for accuracy and completeness.
- Followed established safety protocols and standards to minimize risk of infection and injury.
- Reviewed and processed requisitions for laboratory tests.
Office Manager
Omni Family Health
03.2012 - 05.2014
- Coordinated special projects and managed schedules.
- Established workflow processes, monitored daily productivity, and implemented modifications to improve overall performance of personnel.
- Evaluated employee records and productivity and submitted evaluation reports.
- Updated reports, managed accounts, and generated reports for company database.
- Oversaw office inventory activities by ordering and requisitions and stocking and shipment receiving.
- Managed office operations while scheduling appointments for department managers.
- Maintained computer and physical filing systems.
Nursing Assistant
Ridgecrest Healthcare
03.2011 - 03.2012
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Wiped down equipment with proper cleaning products after each patient transport to reduce instances of infection.
- Helped patients effectively manage routine bathing, grooming, and other hygiene needs.
- Monitored, tracked, and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Observed or examined patients to detect symptoms that required medical attention such as bruises or open wounds.
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
Education
Phlebotomy
Liberty Career College
10.2012
Skills
- Certified Nursing Assistant
- Paramedical Examiner
- Phlebotomist
- Appointment Scheduling
- Operating Plans Development
- Operational Records Maintenance
- Patient Confidentiality
- Data Entry
- Specimen Preparation
- Diagnostic Testing
- Patient Monitoring
References
Available Upon Request
Timeline
Phlebotomist
Ridgecrest Regional Hospital
05.2014 - 09.2014
Paramedical Examiner
Apps Paramedical
03.2014 - Current
Office Manager
Omni Family Health
03.2012 - 05.2014
Nursing Assistant
Ridgecrest Healthcare
03.2011 - 03.2012
Phlebotomy
Liberty Career College