Cody Fowler
Grant,AL
Summary
Conscientious Healthcare professional offering over ten years of experience in fast-paced settings. Seven of those years spent specializing in Cardiac testing and monitoring. Competent in EKG analysis, cardiac monitoring, and emergency medicine. Positive and upbeat with excellent communication skills.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
3
3
Certifications
Work History
Clinical Medical Assistant
Huntsville Heart Specialists
Huntsville, Alabama
03.2021 - Current
- Documented vital signs and health history for patients in clinic and hospital environments.
- Promoted office efficiency, coordinating charts, completing insurance forms and helping patients with diverse needs.
- Called and faxed pharmacies to submit prescriptions and refills.
- Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions and prepared for physician examinations.
- Taught patients about medications, procedures and care plan instructions.
- Equipped patients with assistance required for basic care.
- Sanitized, restocked and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
- Reviewed physician's calendar and scheduled patient appointments by telephone and in-person.
- Restocked supplies in front office and in patient exam rooms to stay in line with expected patient levels.
- Enhanced patient outcomes by providing knowledgeable education on procedures, medications and other physician instructions.
- Collected and documented patient medical information such as blood pressure and weight.
- Measured patient pulse oximetry.
- Collected pertinent data and calculations to aid physician in interpreting results.
- Monitored patients' heart rhythms and functions through cardiac monitoring strips.
- Inspected, maintained and adjusted cardiology equipment to maintain optimal functionality and diagnostic usefulness.
- Tracked findings of procedures such as EKGs using manual and automated recording devices.
- Conducted EKG, echocardiogram, stress tests and other ordered cardiac tests for 20-30 patients per day.
- Transcribed patient results and entered into office electronic recording system.
- Prepared Holter Monitor equipment and provided instruction and demonstration of use for patients and families.
- Interpreted tests and identified arrhythmias and heart abnormalities on patient's EKG and reported to cardiologist.
Travel Phlebotomist
Methodist Hospital
San Antonio, TX
01.2021 - 03.2021
- Centrifuged blood samples as outlined in clinical protocols.
- Labeled transfer tubes and followed exact directions for handling and storing specimens for transport.
- Followed physician orders to correctly administer therapeutic phlebotomy.
- Stocked phlebotomy cart or carrier with appropriate supplies.
- Completed proper sanitation and cleaning of equipment and work areas between patients.
- Tracked collected specimens by initialing, dating and noting times of collection.
- Performed bedside tests like bleeding time tests and entered results into patient charts.
- Used personal protective equipment correctly to protect coworkers and patients.
- Packaged and shipped specimens to central lab daily.
- Collected blood samples using vacutainer tubes, tourniquets, syringes, butterfly needles, and straight needles.
- Obtained blood specimens by performing venipunctures and finger sticks 50+ times per day.
ER Technician
Crestwood Medical Center
Huntsville, AL
05.2020 - 01.2021
- Collected basic samples, labeled specimens properly and transferred to laboratory for testing.
- Assisted with resuscitation, CPR and emergency airway procedures.
- Received direction and assignments from physicians and nurses, providing efficient technical support to optimize patient care.
- Liaised between nurses, physicians, patients, and visitors.
- Carried out phlebotomy procedures and watched for adverse reactions.
- Worked with nurses to assess patients and prepare for tests and procedures.
- Administered first aid treatment and life support to care for sick or injured individuals.
- Quickly responded to codes and cardiac monitor alarms.
- Measured and fit crutches and canes, instructing patients on proper use of support devices.
- Measured vital statistics, collected specimens for lab analysis and recorded data in appropriate medical records for all 30 beds.
- Continuously monitored patients and reported changes to head nurses and physicians.
- Inserted peripheral IVs and administered non-medication IV fluids.
Certified Cardiographic Technician
Huntsville Cardiovascular Clinic
Huntsville, AL
05.2014 - 01.2021
- Conducted electrocardiogram, echocardiogram, phonocardiogram and stress tests by using electronic test equipment and recording devices for 28 patients daily.
- Contributed to diagnosis of pulmonary disorders by evaluating patient pulmonary systems using spirometers and other respiratory testing equipment.
- Tracked findings of procedures such as EKGs using manual and automated recording devices.
- Educated patients on procedure details, provided instructions and answered questions to minimize anxiety and improve cooperation.
- Minimized patients' exposure to radiation with beam-restrictive devices and shielding techniques.
- Provided new employees with training and ongoing guidance on organizational procedures, policies and best practices.
- Monitored and managed inventory and supply levels of sterile and non-sterile items, contrast materials, catheters, films and chemicals.
- Performed technical procedures by applying radiopharmaceuticals to detect pathology.
- Documented vascular data such as edema, oxygen saturation and blood pressure to contribute to accurate diagnoses.
- Inspected, maintained and adjusted cardiology equipment to maintain optimal functionality and diagnostic usefulness.
- Utilized stethoscopes, thermometers and sphygmomanometers to meet patient needs and prescribed medical therapies.
- Started IV's and administered radioactive isotopes as well as preforming chemically induced stress tests.
Cardiovascular Technician
Huntsville Hospital Main
Huntsville, AL
03.2010 - 05.2014
- Conducted electrocardiogram, echocardiogram, phonocardiogram and stress tests by using electronic test equipment and recording devices.
- Contributed to diagnosis of pulmonary disorders by evaluating patient pulmonary systems using spirometers and other respiratory testing equipment.
- Tracked findings of procedures such as EKGs using manual and automated recording devices.
- Inspected, maintained and adjusted cardiology equipment to maintain optimal functionality and diagnostic usefulness.
- Employed specialized procedural knowledge and equipment to test and document patient cardiac activity.
- Helped physicians complete cardiac issues and peripheral vascular concerns by assisting with procedures such as pacemaker insertions and balloon angioplasties.
- Documented vascular data such as edema, oxygen saturation and blood pressure to contribute to accurate diagnoses.
- Monitored and educated over 25 patients daily pre and post cardiac catheterization and pacemaker implantation
Education
Associate of Arts - Christian Ministries
New Orleans Baptist Theological Seminary
New Orleans, LA10.2023
Certificate - EMT
Northeast Alabama Community College
Rainsville, AL05.2009
Skills
- Clear Communication
- Cardiac terminology
- Attention to Detail
- Flexible and Adaptable
Accomplishments
- Supervised team of twelve phlebotomists in a large healthcare facility in Texas for three months, successfully teaching and training five new phlebotomist to add to their staff.
- Successfully lead and teach a group of eighteen to twenty teenagers in a local church.
Certification
- CMA - Certified Medical Assistant
- PT - Phlebotomy Technician
- CCT - Certified Cardiographic Technician
Additional Information
I recently was hired as a youth pastor at a local church and work bi-vocationally. I started there with two teenagers and now 6 months later I oversee and teach 18-20 teenagers every Wednesday and Sunday.
Timeline
Clinical Medical Assistant
Huntsville Heart Specialists
03.2021 - Current
Travel Phlebotomist
Methodist Hospital
01.2021 - 03.2021
ER Technician
Crestwood Medical Center
05.2020 - 01.2021
Certified Cardiographic Technician
Huntsville Cardiovascular Clinic
05.2014 - 01.2021
Cardiovascular Technician
Huntsville Hospital Main
03.2010 - 05.2014
Associate of Arts - Christian Ministries
New Orleans Baptist Theological Seminary
Certificate - EMT
Northeast Alabama Community College
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