Christopher Hoopengarner
Kingwood,WV
Summary
Knowledgeable [Desired Position] with solid background in anesthesia support and patient care. Assisted in numerous successful surgical procedures by preparing and maintaining anesthesia equipment. Demonstrated proficiency in sterile techniques and patient monitoring.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Anesthesia Technician
WVU Medicine Children's
05.2020 - Current
- Maintained sterile anesthesia supplies within expiration date.
- Maintained and cleaned anesthesia machines by changing soda-lime, refilling vaporizers with anesthetic agents and replacing nitrous, oxygen and air cylinders.
- Stocked anesthesia supplies in anesthetizing locations, fiber optic carts, ploss carts and emergency airway bags.
- Assisted with transports of invasively monitored O.R. and I.C.U. patients.
- Demonstrated professionalism and attentiveness while responding to urgent situations involving anesthesiology requirements or emergencies swiftly.
- Maintained a high standard of care by adhering to strict infection control guidelines when handling anesthesia equipment.
- Followed infection control procedures to maintain cleanliness of anesthesia monitors and apparatuses.
Anesthesia Technician
Mon General Hospital
01.2018 - 05.2020
- Maintained sterile anesthesia supplies within expiration date.
- Maintained and cleaned anesthesia machines by changing soda-lime, refilling vaporizers with anesthetic agents and replacing nitrous, oxygen and air cylinders.
- Stocked anesthesia supplies in anesthetizing locations, fiber optic carts, ploss carts and emergency airway bags.
- Assisted with transports of invasively monitored O.R. and I.C.U. patients.
- Demonstrated professionalism and attentiveness while responding to urgent situations involving anesthesiology requirements or emergencies swiftly.
- Maintained a high standard of care by adhering to strict infection control guidelines when handling anesthesia equipment.
- Followed infection control procedures to maintain cleanliness of anesthesia monitors and apparatuses.
- Minimized waste while maximizing resource availability, efficiently balancing inventory levels for essential anesthesia supplies.
- Assisted in maintaining a safe operating environment by consistently adhering to regulatory guidelines and hospital policies related to anesthesia support services.
- Scheduled repairs for malfunctioning equipment and kept accurate records of all medical components and machines for optimal efficiency.
Anesthesia Technician
NAPS. Inc
08.2012 - 01.2018
- Maintained sterile anesthesia supplies within expiration date.
- Maintained and cleaned anesthesia machines by changing soda-lime, refilling vaporizers with anesthetic agents and replacing nitrous, oxygen and air cylinders.
- Stocked anesthesia supplies in anesthetizing locations, fiber optic carts, ploss carts and emergency airway bags.
- Assisted with transports of invasively monitored O.R. and I.C.U. patients.
- Demonstrated professionalism and attentiveness while responding to urgent situations involving anesthesiology requirements or emergencies swiftly.
- Maintained a high standard of care by adhering to strict infection control guidelines when handling anesthesia equipment.
- Enhanced patient safety by conducting routine inspections and troubleshooting issues with anesthesia machines and devices.
- Contributed to a positive work environment by providing ongoing support to anesthesia providers throughout each procedure.
- Assisted in successful surgeries through effective communication and collaboration with fellow healthcare professionals.
- Minimized waste while maximizing resource availability, efficiently balancing inventory levels for essential anesthesia supplies.
- Streamlined workflow for smoother procedures by maintaining anesthesia equipment, supplies, and documentation.
- Collaborated effectively with interdisciplinary teams to deliver well-coordinated, high-quality care during complex procedures.
Education
High School Diploma -
University High School
Morgantown04-2009
Skills
- Staff support and assistance
- Heartsaver CPR AED (CPR AED)
- Supply utilization
- Problem-solving abilities
- Multitasking
- Reliability
- Time management abilities
- Adaptability
Accomplishments
Presidential Award for Volunteer Hours
Secret Shopper Accommodation while I worked as a cashier
Grand Champion Award through the FFA
Languages
German
Limited Working
Timeline
Anesthesia Technician
WVU Medicine Children's
05.2020 - Current
Anesthesia Technician
Mon General Hospital
01.2018 - 05.2020
Anesthesia Technician
NAPS. Inc
08.2012 - 01.2018
High School Diploma -
University High School
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