Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Timeline
Generic

Frankie Smith

San Antonio,TX

Summary

Detail-focused professional in healthcare diagnostics, particularly skilled at enhancing productivity and efficiency in task completion. Excel in EEG interpretation, neurological function monitoring, and patient data analysis. Strong communication skills, adaptability to new technologies, and ability to work collaboratively ensure outstanding contributions to any medical team.

Qualified professional offering many years' experience in trusted positions working with patients of all ages. Familiar with providing continuous monitoring and observation. Looking to apply expertise to new role with growing team.

Attentive and caring professional offering many years of progressive experience in the healthcare industry . Highest level of expertise in standard bedside EEGs with continuous team support . Proficient also at ambulatory and neurofeedback EEGs.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience

Work History

EEG Technician

Methodist Healthcare
San Antonio, Texas
10.2018 - Current
  • Assisted in training new staff members on the proper use of EEG equipment.
  • Monitored patients during EEG tests to ensure safety, comfort, and proper functioning of equipment.
  • Collaborated with physicians and nurses in order to interpret test results accurately.
  • Responded promptly to technical issues with EEG systems by troubleshooting and providing necessary repairs.
  • Scheduled and completed many procedures per week in high-volume practice.
  • Documented patient information such as medical histories, medications, test results, and other relevant details.
  • Assisted in patient preparation for EEG examinations, including placement of electrodes and recording of patient history.
  • Provided support and guidance to colleagues to maintain a collaborative work environment.
  • Collaborated closely with team members to achieve project objectives and meet deadlines.
  • Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
  • Identified needs of customers promptly and efficiently.
  • Exceeded customer satisfaction by finding creative solutions to problems.
  • Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
  • Set up EEG systems according to established protocols prior to each procedure.
  • Demonstrated thorough knowledge of 10-20 system of electrode placement when performing EEGs.
  • Worked effectively in team environments to make the workplace more productive.
  • Instructed patients and family members regarding procedures to be performed using layman language to minimize patient anxiety.

EEG Technician

Methodist Healthcare
San Antonio, TX
10.2018 - Current
  • Monitored patients via EEG during sleep cycles to help identify unusual activity after standard EEG test.
  • Prepared written documentation for all EEG testing conducted.
  • Assisted with interpreting test results and preparing reports for physicians.

Cardiac Monitor Technician

Brook Army Medical Center
San Antonio , Texas
04.2014 - Current
  • Support the Cardiologist/Clinical staff with telemetry interpretations
  • Document cardiac activity thru computer monitoring
  • Continuous Measurements / interpretation cardiac activity, 24 hrs with supportive staff
  • Annually tested for Certification
  • Documented any changes made to the settings on the monitors throughout a procedure or test period.
  • Interpreted complex waveforms associated with different types of arrhythmias accurately.
  • Calibrated and troubleshot equipment to ensure proper functioning.
  • Conducted qualitative analysis of records to verify accuracy, internal consistency and correlation of recorded data.
  • Monitored patients on telemetry by computer or transtelephonically.
  • Identified potential issues with the patient's ECG tracing before they become critical situations.
  • Monitored patients' blood pressure and heart rates before, during and after procedures.
  • Collaborated with other healthcare professionals such as nurses, physicians, or technicians to provide optimal care for patients.
  • Compiled comprehensive reports of patient's cardiac activity during testing or monitoring periods.
  • Guided junior staff on how to compare and interpret rhythm strips.
  • Cleaned and maintained heart monitors and EKG machine to remove dirt from electrodes for accurate measurements.
  • Demonstrated strong problem-solving skills, resolving issues efficiently and effectively.
  • Worked with cross-functional teams to achieve goals.
  • Assisted with customer requests and answered questions to improve satisfaction.

Education

Clinical Education

Good Careers Academy
San Antonio, TX
06-2014

Associate of Science - Computer And Information Sciences

Draughons Jr College
Nashville, TN
06-1986

Skills

  • Seizure recognition
  • Ambulatory EEG
  • Patient care
  • Critical care EEG
  • Long-term monitoring
  • CPR
  • Attention to details
  • Trouble shooting
  • Interpersonal skills
  • Customer Service

Timeline

EEG Technician

Methodist Healthcare
10.2018 - Current

EEG Technician

Methodist Healthcare
10.2018 - Current

Cardiac Monitor Technician

Brook Army Medical Center
04.2014 - Current

Clinical Education

Good Careers Academy

Associate of Science - Computer And Information Sciences

Draughons Jr College

Similar Profiles

CREATE PROFILE
Frankie Smith