Ewurakua Biney
The Bronx,NY
Summary
Dedicated Medical Technician offering both direct patient care and medical office management experience. Committed to obtaining the highest level of patient satisfaction through ensuring regulatory compliance and adherence to practice standards. Documented to cultivate trust and rapport with patients and maintain strong relationships. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with patients, families and other healthcare professionals.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
ICU Technician
New York Presbyterian Medical Center
01.2007 - Current
- Responded to patient emergencies with immediate care and notified clinicians to provide comprehensive assistance.
- Obtained patient vital signs and reported results to staff nurse or physician, noting changes from prior measurements.
- Collected and transported specimens to prepare for lab testing.
- Answered patient assistance calls, assessed needs, and offered qualified support.
- Organized and replenished unit supplies to maintain team readiness for expected demands.
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
- Maintained patient confidence and protected hospital by keeping information confidential.
- Interacted with patients and families while demonstrating high standards of performance, teamwork, and compassion.
- Monitored inventory levels of supplies, equipment, and reagents used and placed orders for replacements.
- Performed patient service duties by communicating directly with patients, answering questions, and assisting with concerns.
- Collected and processed laboratory specimens to obtain samples for analysis.
- Implemented infection control practices in handling specimens and equipment to provide protection and comply with health and safety protocols.
- Performed diagnostic test such research EKGs, blood draws, and specimen collection according to established protocols.
- Delivered compassionate care to patients and family during difficult situations, providing emotional support when necessary.
- Followed appropriate disinfecting procedures to sterilize medical equipment.
Education
High School Diploma -
Fijai Secondary School
Sekondi, GhanaPatient Care Technician Certification -
Caliber Training Institute
New York, NY03.2005
No Degree -
Lehman College of The City University of New York
The Bronx, NYSkills
- Glucose Monitoring /Phlebotomy / EKGs
- Maintaining inventory
- Medical terminology knowledge
- Patient Rapport
- Direct Patient Care and Safety
- Equipment Maintenance
- HIPAA Regulations /OSHA Compliance
- Vital Signs and Patient Monitoring
- Patient Interaction
- Infection Control Protocols
Timeline
ICU Technician
New York Presbyterian Medical Center
01.2007 - Current
High School Diploma -
Fijai Secondary School
Patient Care Technician Certification -
Caliber Training Institute
No Degree -
Lehman College of The City University of New York
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