Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
Utilized electronic health records software proficiently to input data accurately, facilitating smooth transitions between healthcare providers during patient handoffs.
Collected and documented patient medical information such as blood pressure and weight.
Called and faxed pharmacies to submit prescriptions and refills.
Assisted Dr with all patients
Assisted physicians in providing quality care through thorough documentation of medical histories and physical examination results.
Prepared patients for examinations or treatments, positioning them properly to ensure comfort throughout the procedure while assisting healthcare professionals as needed.
Patient Care Technician
INOVA FairOaks Hospital
03.2015 - 12.2017
Monitored patients on suicide watch to ensure safety and security
Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff, ensuring timely medical interventions.
Cared for Dementia and Alzheimer,s patients
Assisted nurses with essential tasks, streamlining workflow and increasing efficiency in the healthcare setting.
Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
Assisted in training new Patient Care Technicians, sharing knowledge and best practices to ensure consistency in care delivery.
Surgical Assistant
Dr. Alan Harrington
06.2013 - 06.2016
Provided compassionate care to patients throughout their surgical experience, easing anxiety and ensuring comfort.
Arranged supplies and instrumentation to meet needs of individual surgeons and enhance team efficiency.
Kept views unobstructed by retracting, sponging, and suctioning surgical sites.
Assisted in complex surgical procedures, demonstrating adaptability and knowledge across multiple disciplines.
Contributed to successful surgeries, anticipating surgeon needs and promptly delivering instruments.
Protected patients from infection by setting up and managing sterile operating fields.
Improved patient outcomes by providing precise surgical assistance during various procedures.
Maintained accurate documentation of all surgical activities for record-keeping purposes and quality control analysis.
Streamlined communication between surgeons and nurses to promote teamwork and efficient operations.
Ensured adherence to regulatory standards by following established guidelines for infection control, waste disposal, and equipment usage.
Gowned and gloved staff to help team prepare for surgeries.
Applied antiseptics and sterile dressings to cover surgical locations and boost healing.
Participated in pre-operative consultations, offering vital input on patient conditions and surgical approach.
Facilitated smooth transitions between surgeries with efficient room turnover times.
Enhanced surgical efficiency with diligent preparation and organization of operating rooms.
Supported surgical teams in emergency situations, quickly adapting to unexpected complications and maintaining composure.
Assisted surgeons with critical decision-making processes during challenging cases.