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Dayana Torres Herrera

Miami,Florida

Summary

Skilled Endoscopy Technician and Medical Assistant with a proven track record at Gastromed, adept in preparing specimens and educating patients. Demonstrates expertise in infection control standards and vital sign measurement, enhancing patient safety and procedure efficiency. Achieved significant improvements in equipment maintenance protocols, showcasing a commitment to excellence and patient care.

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience

Work History

Endoscopy Technician

Gastromed
Miami, Florida
03.2023 - 01.2025
  • Review procedure requirements to select and set up appropriate equipment and supplies.
  • Recorded patients' medical history and other relevant information in the electronic health record system.
  • Prepared equipment, educational materials and pharmaceutical supplies to expedite patient discharge processes.
  • Performed patient care duties including monitoring vital signs and administering medications.
  • Prepared rooms for endoscopic procedures according to established protocols.
  • Performed maintenance on scopes following manufacturer's recommended schedules.
  • Monitored patients during and after procedures to ensure safety and comfort.
  • Set-up and tore down procedure rooms in preparation for upcoming operations.
  • Demonstrated knowledge of sterile technique principles when preparing patients for procedures.
  • Transported and helped patients prior to and following procedures.
  • Reported any malfunctions or problems with equipment to appropriate personnel for repair or replacement.
  • Measured vital statistics and applied monitoring equipment to prepare patients for procedures.

Medical Assistant

Gastromed
Miami, Florida
03.2023 - 01.2025
  • Assisted with pre-operative preparation of patients including providing instruction about post-operative care plans.
  • Relayed messages from patients to physicians about concerns, condition updates or refill requests to facilitate treatment.
  • Organized patient charts before each day's clinic sessions began.
  • Collected, labeled and stored laboratory specimens properly prior to testing.
  • Cleaned and maintained medical equipment following procedures and standards.
  • Monitored vital signs of hospitalized patients throughout their stay at the hospital or clinic setting.
  • Ensured that all instruments used during exams were cleaned properly after each use according to established protocols.
  • Measured vital signs and took medical histories to prepare patients for examination.

Education

Associate of Science - Medical Assistent

Solidaridad Sin Fronteras
Miami, FL
02-2023

Associate of Science - Student Nurse

Serafin Ruiz De Zarate Ruiz
Cuba
09-2021

Skills

  • Preparing specimens
  • Infection control standards
  • Measuring vital signs
  • Educating patients
  • Colonoscopy and panendoscopy procedures
  • Vital statistics
  • HIPAA

Languages

Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
English
Professional

Timeline

Endoscopy Technician

Gastromed
03.2023 - 01.2025

Medical Assistant

Gastromed
03.2023 - 01.2025

Associate of Science - Medical Assistent

Solidaridad Sin Fronteras

Associate of Science - Student Nurse

Serafin Ruiz De Zarate Ruiz
Dayana Torres Herrera