Dylan Houser
Summary
Knowledgeable Patient Care Assistant with strong background in providing compassionate and efficient patient care. Demonstrates strong skills in monitoring patient health, maintaining cleanliness, and facilitating communication among healthcare teams. Committed to enhancing patient care and supporting medical staff for optimal health outcomes.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Patient Care Assistant
Mercy Health Lourdes Hospital
02.2024 - Current
- Attended to patient and family's immediate needs and concerns by acknowledging and providing required attention.
- Recorded temperature, blood pressure, pulse, or respiration rate as directed by medical or nursing staff.
- Assisted nurses with daily patient care tasks, ensuring timely and efficient medical support.
- Recognized and reported abnormalities or changes in patients' health status to case manager.
- Contributed to a safe and hygienic environment by maintaining cleanliness of patient rooms and common areas.
- Supported patients'' physical mobility by assisting with transfers, ambulation, and range of motion exercises as directed by nursing staff.
- Facilitated effective communication between patients, families, and healthcare staff to ensure understanding and address concerns.
- Demonstrated strong teamwork skills by collaborating effectively with colleagues and other healthcare professionals to achieve optimal patient outcomes.
- Promoted a positive patient experience by actively listening and empathizing with their needs and emotions.
Medical Assistant
Orthopedic Institute of Western Kentucky
02.2023 - 10.2023
- Coordinated patient referrals to specialists or other healthcare providers as needed for comprehensive care management plans.
- Kept medical supplies in sufficient stock by monitoring levels and submitting replenishment orders before depleted.
- Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
- Collected and documented patient medical information such as blood pressure and weight.
- Enhanced clinic efficiency by assisting physicians with routine procedures and diagnostic tests.
- Facilitated seamless patient care with thorough and accurate documentation of medical histories, vital signs, and medications.
Administration, Marketing, and Sales Internship
BIOTRAS
11.2021 - 02.2023
- Sorted and organized files, spreadsheets, and reports.
- Developed organizational skills through managing multiple tasks simultaneously while adhering to strict deadlines.
- Contributed to a positive team environment by collaborating with fellow interns on group projects and presentations.
- Supported staff members in their daily tasks, reducing workload burden and allowing for increased focus on higher-priority assignments.
- Took part in educational labs and exhibits with doctors, interns, residents, and medical devices companies all over the US at different conversion events.
- Engineered synthetic medical training models for medical lab training
- Gained valuable experience working within a specific industry, applying learned concepts directly into relevant work situations.
- Researched Interlaminar Epidural Injections,
Lumbar Spinal Stenosis Treatments, Transforaminal Epidural Injections, Interspinous Spacer Placement, Facet Joint Injections, Medial Branch Blocks, Radiofrequency Lesioning, Sacroiliac Joint Injections, Spinal Cord Stimulator, Lead Placement, Kyphoplasty, Vertebroplasty, Lumbar Disc Decompression, SI Joint Stabilization, Bone Marrow Aspiration, Dorsal Root Ganglion Stimulation, Peripheral Nerve Stimulation, Discography Needle Placement & Injections
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
West Kentucky Community And Technical College
Paducah, KYHigh School Diploma -
McCracken County High School
Paducah, KY05-2021
Skills
- Medical Terminology
- Organization and Time Management
- Written and verbal communication
- Emotional Support
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Fast Learner
- Problem-Solving
- Friendly, Positive Attitude
- Customer Service
- Computer Skills
- Flexible and Adaptable
- Decision-Making
Accomplishments
- HOSA (Future Health Professionals of American) Chapter President
- HOSA (Future Health Professionals of American) State Parliamentarian
- FCCLA (Family Career and Community Leaders of America) Chapter officer of family services
- Paducah Team Ambassador
- Leadership Paducah Alumni and Paducah Chamber of Commerce Class #9
- Mentor at Oscar Boys and Girls Club of Paducah
- Gratia Infinata Foundation Volunteer
Certification
- Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) - State Boards of Nursing.
- First Aid/ CPR/ AED Certification - American Red Cross or American Heart Association.
- Registered Medical Assistant (RMA) - American Medical Technologists for those who perform some medical assistant duties.
- Certified Phlebotomist Technologist (CPT) - American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP).
Languages
English
Full Professional
Timeline
Patient Care Assistant
Mercy Health Lourdes Hospital
02.2024 - Current
Medical Assistant
Orthopedic Institute of Western Kentucky
02.2023 - 10.2023
Administration, Marketing, and Sales Internship
BIOTRAS
11.2021 - 02.2023
- Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) - State Boards of Nursing.
- First Aid/ CPR/ AED Certification - American Red Cross or American Heart Association.
- Registered Medical Assistant (RMA) - American Medical Technologists for those who perform some medical assistant duties.
- Certified Phlebotomist Technologist (CPT) - American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP).
Associate of Science - Nursing
West Kentucky Community And Technical College
High School Diploma -
McCracken County High School
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