Hennessey Johnson
Monterey,CA
Summary
Proven Lead Endoscopy Technician with a robust background at Monterey Practice Management Inc., showcasing advanced expertise in flexible endoscope use and high-level disinfection. Demonstrated excellence in streamlining workflow for increased efficiency, complemented by strong teamwork and collaboration skills. Achieved significant improvements in procedure turnaround times, ensuring optimal patient care and safety.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Endoscopy Technician
Monterey Practice Management Inc.
02.2008 - Current
- Advanced skillset through participation in specialized trainings on various types of endoscopic equipment, broadening capabilities as a technician.
- Set up endoscopy suites with equipment and supplies needed for procedures.
- Handled inventory and preparation for upcoming procedures by ordering supplies and ensuring rooms were stocked and set-up for patients.
- Assisted in the collection of diagnostic specimens during endoscopic procedures, ensuring proper labeling and handling for accurate laboratory analysis.
- Assisted physicians and nursing staff with various tasks and responsibilities during procedures.
- Efficiently set-up and tore down procedure rooms in preparation for upcoming procedures.
- Transferred scopes to appropriate department for repairs and maintenance.
- Reduced risk of infection through meticulous cleaning, disinfection, and maintenance of endoscopes and accessories.
- Prepared patients for procedures to assist doctors, nurses and support staff.
- Demonstrated commitment to continuous improvement initiatives within the department, participating in regular staff meetings focused on enhancing performance standards.
- Supported physicians and nursing staff during procedures.
- Ensured timely completion of endoscopic procedures by effectively assisting physicians with biopsies, and polypectomies.
- Assisted medical staff by preparing patients for procedures.
- Trained new employees in the proper way to admit patients, assist during procedures, and recovery post procedure.
- Maintained all safety protocols and processes when cleaning, disinfecting and sterilizing endoscopes and related equipment.
- Streamlined workflow within the endoscopy unit by effectively coordinating room schedules and ensuring prompt turnaround times between procedures.
- Prepared patients for procedures by measuring vital statistics and applying necessary monitoring equipment.
- Handled setup and maintenance of patient charts, recording all information while maintaining confidentiality.
- Enhanced efficiency in the endoscopy suite by diligently preparing rooms and equipment for procedures.
- Ambulated and assisted patients before and after procedures.
- Prepared for upcoming procedures by effectively setting up and tearing down rooms.
- Kept detailed track of inventory levels and placed orders for new supplies.
- Adhered to safety procedures during cleaning, disinfecting and sterilizing endoscopes and related equipment.
- Cleaned and disinfected endoscopic equipment and scopes according to infection control guidelines and standards.
- Documented patient information according to established procedures.
Education
No Degree - Nursing
Monterey Peninsula College
Monterey, CA05.2027
Medical Assistant - Medical Assisting
Central Coast College
Salinas, CA06.2007
High School Diploma -
Monterey High School
Monterey, CA06.1998
Skills
- Flexible Endoscope Use
- Patient preparation
- Measuring vital signs
- Biopsy Handling
- Endoscopic Procedures
- High-Level Disinfection
- Direct Patient Care
- Infection control standards
- HIPAA
- Patient Positioning
- Sterilization techniques
- Specimen Collection
- Anatomy knowledge
- Transporting patients
- Materials Management
- Room preparation
- Aseptic Techniques
- Quality Assurance
- Procedure Assistance
- Equipment Maintenance
- Records Management
- Specimen Preparation
- Physiology Understanding
- Instrument care
- Scope Troubleshooting
- Endoscope Reprocessing
- Endoscopy Room Setup
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Time Management
- Attention to Detail
- Problem-solving abilities
- Safety checking
- Multitasking Abilities
- Reliability
- Excellent Communication
- Organizational Skills
- Active Listening
- Adaptability and Flexibility
- Decision-Making
- Task Prioritization
- Self Motivation
- Interpersonal Skills
- Analytical Thinking
- Professionalism
- Patient transportation
- Continuous Improvement
- Written Communication
- Basic Life Support for Health Care Providers (BLS)
- Supply Management
- Procedure Support
Timeline
Lead Endoscopy Technician
Monterey Practice Management Inc.
02.2008 - Current
No Degree - Nursing
Monterey Peninsula College
Medical Assistant - Medical Assisting
Central Coast College
High School Diploma -
Monterey High School
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