Erika Gabriela Torres
Splendora,TX
Summary
Well-organized EKG Tech offering 8 years of healthcare experience. Smoothly evaluate patients using diverse tests and routine procedures. Good prioritization, documentation and records management abilities.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
EKG Technician
Vital Heart And Vein
12.2014 - Current
- Initiated CPR for patients in cardiac failure, responding to hospital crisis codes.
- Administered testing with electrocardiogram for patients experiencing events and as screening tool.
- Monitored patient activity during stress test to record data.
- Edited final test results to provide to physician for analysis.
- Transcribed physician interpretations to maintain electronic records for cosign by attending doctor.
- Conducted electrocardiogram, echocardiogram, phonocardiogram and stress tests by using electronic test equipment and recording devices.
- Educated patients on testing and preparation steps prior to procedure.
- Adhered to cleaning protocol for EKG machine, Holter cables and accessories to provide safe environment.
Medical Assistant
Cardiovascular Of Houston
05.2010 - 06.2014
- Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
- Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions, and prepared for physician examinations.
- Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms, and allergies.
- Performed medical records management, including filing, organizing and scanning documents.
- Collected and documented patient medical information such as blood pressure and weight.
- Called and faxed pharmacies to submit prescriptions and refills.
- Documented vital signs and health history for patients in clinic and hospital environments.
- Scheduled appointments, registered patients, and distributed sample pharmaceuticals as prescribed.
- Verified patient insurance coverage and collected required co-payments.
- Answered telephone calls to offer office information, answer questions, and direct calls to staff.
- Completed EKGs and other tests based on patient presentation in office.
- Explained procedures to patients to reduce anxieties and increase patient cooperation.
- Oriented and trained new staff on proper procedures and policies.
Education
Medical Assistant -
National Institute of Technology
Houston, TX03.2003
High School Diploma -
JESSE H. JONES HIGH SCHOLL
Houston, TX05.1998
Skills
- Medical Ethics
- Problem Solving
- Stress Testing
- Customer Service
- Vital Signs Measurement
- Professionalism
- Patient Communication
- Team Collaboration
- Organizational Skills
- Attention to Detail
- ECG Instructor (12-Lead ECG)
- Vitals Monitoring
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
EKG Technician
Vital Heart And Vein
12.2014 - Current
Medical Assistant
Cardiovascular Of Houston
05.2010 - 06.2014
Medical Assistant -
National Institute of Technology
High School Diploma -
JESSE H. JONES HIGH SCHOLL
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