Detail-oriented individual with exceptional communication and patient care skills. Proven ability to handle multiple tasks effectively and efficiently in fast-paced environments. Recognized for taking proactive approach to identifying and addressing issues, with focus on optimizing processes and supporting team objectives.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Anesthesia Technician
Biospine Institute Surgery Center
04.2021 - Current
Maintained high-quality patient care with thorough knowledge of anesthesia procedures, protocols, and guidelines.
Contributed to successful surgical outcomes with meticulous attention to detail in all aspects of perioperative patient care.
Training new employees
Collaborated with surgeons, anesthesiologists, and nursing staff to develop individualized anesthesia plans tailored to each patient''s specific needs.
Supported efficient operating room turnover times through proactive equipment setup, breakdown, and cleaning processes.
Demonstrated leadership skills in overseeing daily operations of junior technicians, including training, mentoring, and performance management responsibilities.
Ordered supplies and medications for the anesthesia department. Maintained outdate for expired supplies
Medical Assistant
Ucf Health
09.2022 - 10.2023
Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions, and prepared for physician examinations.
Performed medical records management, including filing, organizing and scanning documents.
Facilitated seamless patient care with thorough and accurate documentation of medical histories, vital signs, and medications.
Performed phlebotomy tasks efficiently while ensuring minimal discomfort for patients during blood collection procedures.
Enhanced clinic efficiency by assisting physicians with routine procedures and diagnostic tests.
Aided in accurate diagnoses by performing laboratory tests and preparing specimens for analysis.
Built strong relationships with patients through effective communication skills that foster trust in the clinic''s commitment to quality care.
Recovering patients at a orthopedic surgery center after surgery, following care plans for the patient to provide the best care for patients.
Performing Vital signs.
DME supplies for patients needing slings, different types of foot. boots, educating the patients on proper use of crutches.
Assisted Anesthesiologist with Nerve block on post op patients
Performed EKG’s on pre and post op patients.
Utilized critical thinking to assess patient needs.
Assisted with discharge planning and follow-up and develop. individualized plans of care based on care best practices.
Assessed physical condition of patients through Performed discharge planning for patients.
Observation of vital signs monitoring.
Charting patient information in the EMR system.
Follow up calls to patient after discharge.
Transporting patient for discharge.
Assembling patient chart when first coming out of surgery for the nurses.
Anesthesia Technician
HCA Hospital (Central Florida Regional Hospital/ Oviedo Medical Center)
12.2018 - 02.2022
Providing excellent customer service will working at at Trauma Hospital.
Inspected anesthesia carts regularly for expired supplies and medications.
Training new employees
Stocked Anesthesia carts and medication cart.
Provided anesthesia assistance in the main OR, Endoscopy, L&D, MRI, open heart surgery, cath lab.
Connected patients to EKG’s, BP cuff and pulse Ox to get vitals before surgery.
Ordering supplies for the anesthesia department.
Performing blood gases on the I stat machine.
Crossed train in CVOR assisting to anesthesiologist with setting up. and floating of the swanz for open heart surgery and other devices.
Trouble shooting and calibrating anesthesia machine.
Assisting a Anesthesiologist with difficult airways.
Assisting Anesthesiologist with intubation and extubating.
Assisted in induction of anesthesia including IV Responded quickly to changes in patient placement and administration of medication conditions while monitoring vital signs during according to established protocols surgery.
Assisted anesthesiologists in performing anesthetic procedures, such as epidural and spinal injections.
ER Tech/ Mental Health Tech(Medical Assistant/CNA)
Dr. Phillips Hospital (Emergency Room)
01.2018 - 01.2020
Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms, and allergies.
Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions, and prepared for physician examinations.
Performed phlebotomy tasks efficiently while ensuring minimal discomfort for patients during blood collection procedures.
Aided in accurate diagnoses by performing laboratory tests and preparing specimens for analysis.
Performed EKGs and other diagnostic tests, contributing to accurate and timely diagnoses.
Assisted in minor surgical procedures, ensuring sterile environment and patient comfort.
Conducted routine laboratory tests to assist in diagnosis and treatment of conditions.
Assisted with billing and coding processes, ensuring accurate insurance claims and patient invoicing.
Obtained and documented patient medical history, vital signs and current complaints at intake.
Collected and documented patient medical information such as blood pressure and weight.
Prepared lab specimens for diagnostic evaluation.
Taught patients about medications, procedures, and care plan instructions.
MA/CNA/Medical Secretary/Fetal Monitor Tech
Orlando Health/Winne Palmer/
09.2008 - 01.2018
Maintain communication with the physician, patient and facility at all times.
Coordinating patient scheduling and appointments.
Patient referrals for physician office.
Putting together medical clearances for patients before surgery.
Training new employees
Create clearance forms as needed and assist in scheduling all. appropriate pre-operative tests and blood work.
Chart patient information in the EMR system.
Prepare surgery packet and discuss pre-operative instructions with the patient, as directed by physician.
Counsel patient regarding their financial obligation prior to surgery, collect surgical estimates and assist with payment plans as needed
Create pre-operative packet for the physician ( Office notes, Medical History, MRI reports, etc.)
Coordinate all business and clinical paperwork prior to surgery, using physician-approved forms and checklists; have paperwork ready for surgeon prior to the day of surgery.
Ensure insurance benefits are active and authorization was obtained prior to surgery.
Ensure all pre-operative clearances and labs are completed prior to surgery.
Ensure surgery checklist documentation is detailed, clear and up to date at all times.
Follow up on Medical Clearance, On Hold and Work Comp surgeries regularly.
Follow-up with patient after surgery, document the post-op call in a communication log.
Ensure FUDS information is entered within three business days of surgery.
Performed EKG’s
Performing POC for lab testing.
Performed blood draws.
Performed urinalysis.
Order supplies for the unit.
Receive supplies from venders and putting away supplies.
Providing patient care to high risk pregnancy patients
In charge of fetal demise with dressing and taking pictures of the deceased baby
collecting the placenta and placing it in a solution and processing it to be sent to the lab.
Balanced cash drawer daily and resolved discrepancies to provide accurate data regarding cash flow.
Disbursed cash and checks accurately while maintaining security of cash drawers.
Served as primary point of contact for customers, providing assistance with account maintenance and transactions.
Supported team members in achieving branch goals through collaboration, communication, and shared responsibilities.
Provided training to new tellers on policy and procedures, and customer service best practices.
Identified sales opportunities and referred customers to branch partners in financial services.
Boosted cross-selling of products by identifying customer needs during transactions.
Conducted daily audits of cash drawers to prevent discrepancies and maintain financial integrity.
Home Health Aide
Right At Home
03.2004 - 11.2006
Following care plans to provide the care clients need .
Assisted with activities of daily living including Offered companionship and emotional support to bathing, grooming, feeding, toileting and clients while assisting with daily tasks. Providing meals, assisting with medication, transferring of clients.
Patient Sitter/ caregiver
MD Anderson Cancer Center/ Orlando Health
01.2004 - 03.2006
Establishes a safe, risk-free patient environment by utilizing knowledge of fall prevention protocols.
Observing patients: Providing one-on-one or one-on-two observation of patients who may be at risk for safety concerns for baker act, fall risk
Documenting: Recording safety checks and other activities that require documentation