Dallas Riggans
Washington,PA
Summary
Compassionate Patient Care Technician with strong skills in vital signs monitoring, patient observation, and infection control. Committed to enhancing patient comfort and collaborating with healthcare teams for optimal outcomes. Experience in a variety of patient care settings caring for diverse populations. Able to collaborate with team members, provide comprehensive care, and am task oriented.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Patient Care Technician
Transitions Healthcare
Washington, PA
03.2026 - 07.2026
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff to ensure timely interventions.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, enhancing comfort and promoting independence.
- Maintained accurate patient records, ensuring compliance with healthcare regulations and standards.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement patient care plans effectively.
- Educated patients and families on health management practices, fostering improved patient outcomes.
Medical Assistant
UPMC Washington
Washington, PA
09.2022 - 03.2026
- Administered patient care, including vital signs monitoring for the critical care population.
- Assisted in clinical procedures, ensuring patient comfort and safety during examinations.
- Coordinated patient scheduling, optimizing appointment flow for increased efficiency.
- Maintained accurate electronic health records, enhancing data retrieval and patient management.
- Collaborated with healthcare team members to streamline workflows and improve service delivery.
- Implemented infection control protocols, contributing to a safe clinical environment for patients and staff.
Education
High School Diploma -
South Brunswick High School
Kendall Park, NJMedical Assistant - Medical Assistant Training
Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital
New Brunswick, NJSkills
- Vital signs monitoring
- CPR certification
- Patient observation
- Blood glucose testing
- Catheter care
- Phlebotomy techniques
- Feeding assistance
- Patient positioning
- Infection control
- Professional bedside manner
- Emergency response
- Wound care
Timeline
Patient Care Technician
Transitions Healthcare
03.2026 - 07.2026
Medical Assistant
UPMC Washington
09.2022 - 03.2026
High School Diploma -
South Brunswick High School
Medical Assistant - Medical Assistant Training
Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital