Compassionate Healthcare Technician known for high productivity and efficiency in task completion. Skilled in patient care, medical terminology, and healthcare technology. Excel in teamwork, communication, and adaptability, ensuring optimal patient support and care coordination.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
2014
2014
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
Health care technician
Caswell Developmental Center
Kinston, North Carolina
07.2023 - Current
Assisted residents with daily living activities and personal care needs.
Monitored vital signs and documented health data accurately.
Maintained cleanliness and organization in patient living areas.
Provided emotional support and companionship to residents during activities.
Responded quickly to emergency situations by providing appropriate medical attention.
Maintained accurate records of patient care services provided.
Provided assistance with daily living activities such as bathing, dressing, eating and transferring patients.
Ensured that all patient information was kept confidential in accordance with HIPAA regulations.
Disposed of potentially hazardous biological material and contaminated supplies.
Responded quickly and with deep care for patients to build trust and rapport.
Med tech
RHA Howell Care Center
Lagrange, NC
10.2021 - 07.2023
Conducted routine laboratory tests and analyzed specimens for patient diagnosis.
Operated and maintained medical equipment, ensuring proper functionality and safety standards.
Assisted healthcare professionals in patient care and prepared treatment areas efficiently.
Followed strict infection control protocols to maintain a safe healthcare environment.
Documented and updated patient data on electronic medical charts, maintaining accuracy and confidentiality.
Observed and recorded vital signs and reported changes to physicians or nurses.
Monitored patients for medical changes and reviewed and revised care plans accordingly.
Administered medications under physician direction following standard operating procedures.
Adhered to all safety and infection control precautions and regulations.
Administered prescribed medications to residents according to care plans.
Monitored and documented patient responses to medications and treatments.
Assisted nursing staff with medication management and inventory control.
Educated residents on medication usage and potential side effects.
Ensured compliance with safety regulations during medication administration.
Maintained accurate records of medication distribution and observations.
Monitored patient vital signs such as temperature, pulse rate and blood pressure.
Administered oral medications to patients in accordance with doctor's orders.
Verified the identity of the patient receiving medication prior to administration.
Performed routine inventory control checks of drugs stored in unit drug boxes or carts.
Pharmacy Technician
Southern pharmacy services
Pink Hill, North Carolina
10.2016 - 07.2020
Processed prescription orders accurately and efficiently for patient needs.
Assisted pharmacists in preparing and dispensing medications to customers.
Managed inventory levels, ensuring medication availability and organization.
Teamed with peers, technicians and pharmacists to prioritize and complete orders.
Interpreted and processed medication orders under supervision of pharmacist.
Assisted pharmacists in compounding sterile products according to state regulations.
Pharmacy Technician
Medsource pharmacy
Kinston, North Carolina
02.2017 - 10.2018
Processed prescription orders accurately and efficiently for patient needs.
Assisted pharmacists in preparing and dispensing medications to customers.
Managed inventory levels, ensuring medication availability and organization.
Maintained cleanliness and compliance in the pharmacy environment.
Provided exceptional customer service, addressing inquiries and resolving issues.
Educated patients on proper medication usage and side effects.
Prepared medications for dispensing by counting, pouring, labeling, and verifying doses.
Teamed with peers, technicians and pharmacists to prioritize and complete orders.
Performed data entry for patient profiles, billing information and prescription orders into the pharmacy software system.
Checked expiration dates on medications to ensure that only unexpired products were dispensed.