Emily Zelaya Diaz
Durham,NC
Summary
Healthcare professional with hands-on anesthesia technology experience and a strong understanding of perioperative staffing needs, workflows, and team dynamics. Experienced in training, coordination, documentation, and cross-functional communication within high-pressure clinical environments.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Anesthesia Technician
Duke University Hospital
Durham, NC
05.2024 - Current
- Operated and maintained anesthesia equipment to ensure optimal performance during surgical procedures.
- Assisted in preparing and calibrating anesthesia machines for diverse surgical cases.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to enhance patient care and safety protocols.
- Implemented infection control measures to maintain sterile environments in operating rooms.
- Trained new staff on equipment usage and departmental standards for best practices.
- Stocked anesthesia supplies in anesthetizing locations, fiber optic carts, ploss carts and emergency airway bags.
- Demonstrated professionalism and attentiveness while responding to urgent situations involving anesthesiology requirements or emergencies swiftly.
Operations Dispatch Lead
The Blood Connection
Morrisville, NC
08.2023 - 04.2024
- Coordinated nightly dispatch operations to ensure timely deliveries and optimal route management.
- Monitored shipment status and communicated updates to stakeholders for efficient operations.
- Assisted in training new team members on dispatch procedures and safety protocols.
- Oversaw scheduling of shipments, optimizing routes using fleet management software for maximum productivity.
- Monitored real-time logistics data to assess performance and identify areas for operational enhancement.
Machine Operator
Smithfield Foods, Inc
Clinton, NC
08.2022 - 04.2023
- Operated machinery to ensure efficient production flow and minimize downtime.
- Conducted routine maintenance checks and reported equipment malfunctions promptly.
- Collaborated with team members to optimize workflow and enhance productivity.
- Adhered to safety protocols, ensuring compliance with industry regulations.
- Trained new operators on machine functions and safe operating procedures.
Invoicing Clerk
Clifton Seed Co
Faison, NC
03.2022 - 08.2022
- Processed and verified invoices for accuracy and compliance with company policies.
- Assisted in the preparation of financial reports by compiling invoice data accurately.
- Developed and maintained organized filing systems for invoice records and documents.
- Prepared and mailed invoices to customers, processed payments, and documented account updates.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by promptly resolving invoice-related disputes and discrepancies.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Anesthesia Technology
Durham Technical Community College
Durham, North Carolina, NC06-2024
Associate of Science - General Studies
Sampson Community College
Clinton, NC06-2021
Skills
- Intubation assistance
- Anesthetic equipment maintenance
- Patient positioning
- Induction assistance
- Extubation assistance
- Patient transportation
- Anesthetic machine operation
- Airway management
- Ultrasound-guided procedures
- Arterial line placement
Certification
BLS
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Anesthesia Technician
Duke University Hospital
05.2024 - Current
Operations Dispatch Lead
The Blood Connection
08.2023 - 04.2024
Machine Operator
Smithfield Foods, Inc
08.2022 - 04.2023
Invoicing Clerk
Clifton Seed Co
03.2022 - 08.2022
Associate of Applied Science - Anesthesia Technology
Durham Technical Community College
Associate of Science - General Studies
Sampson Community College