Isidro Lerma
Pharr
Overview
40
40
years of professional experience
Work History
Sleep Lab Technician
RGV Pulmonary & Sleep Institute
McAllen
03.2025 - Current
- Communicated with management or other staff to resolve problems.
- Instructed patients in use of assistive equipment.
- Kept up-to-date records of patient care services rendered in accordance with departmental standards.
- Monitored patient's vital signs during the course of the study.
- Adjusted settings or positions of medical equipment.
- Tracked patients during tests and surgeries with assistance of EEG, EP instruments and video recording equipment.
- Assisted in training technicians, medical students or other staff members.
- Assisted with the set-up and calibration of diagnostic equipment.
- Communicated test or assessment results to medical professionals.
- Provided emotional support and empathy towards patients dealing with chronic fatigue or depression due to lack of adequate restful sleep.
- Recorded observations and baseline measurements to maintain accurate medical records.
- Cleaned medical equipment or facilities.
Commercial Janitorial Cleaner
Ivy & Ez Janitorial Services
Pharr
04.2015 - Current
- Assessed daily workloads, scheduled, and planned daily assignments and oversaw numerous projects.
- Ensured all chemicals used were properly labeled according to safety regulations set forth by OSHA.
- Sanitized and cleaned sinks, mirrors, toilets and showers.
- Provided guidance to team members in order to improve performance and productivity levels.
- Monitored janitorial staff performance levels through weekly audits and evaluations.
- Maintained equipment with focus on preventive and predictive methods to keep costs low and avoid breakdowns.
- Swept and damp-mopped private stairways and hallways.
Paraprofessional
P.S.J.A. ISD
Pharr
03.1985 - Current
- Assisted teachers with planning and preparing lessons for students.
- Managed computers in classrooms and laboratories and assisted students with computer use when required.
- Participated in parent and teacher conferences to discuss student progress and challenges.
- Distributed tests and collected homework assignments after completion.
- Conducted reading and math interventions under the supervision of a certified teacher.
- Assisted with the organization and implementation of classroom projects and events.
- Collaborated with special education staff to develop Individualized Education Plans.
- Monitored student attendance records and reported any discrepancies to appropriate personnel.
- Monitored computer usage and assisted students with hardware and software issues.
- Managed classroom technology and assisted students in using educational software.
- Facilitated small group learning sessions to reinforce lesson objectives.
- Facilitated communication between students, teachers, and parents.
- Assisted students with special needs in completing tasks and understanding material.
- Provided technical assistance to teachers when using new software or technology tools.
Sleep Lab Technician
Valley Pulmonary Group
Mcallen
01.2009 - 01.2022
- Instructed patients in use of assistive equipment.
- Communicated with management or other staff to resolve problems.
- Recorded observations and baseline measurements to maintain accurate medical records.
- Developed individualized treatment plans based on patient needs and preferences taking into account cultural differences and beliefs.
- Provided excellent customer service by effectively communicating with patients, families, staff and staff in other hospital departments.
- Provided emotional support and empathy towards patients dealing with chronic fatigue or depression due to lack of adequate restful sleep.
- Maintained accurate records of patient data in accordance with HIPAA regulations.
- Cleaned medical equipment or facilities.
- Operated polysomnography equipment to monitor physiological activity during sleep study.
- Recommended changes to improve computer or information systems.
- Assisted in training technicians, medical students or other staff members.
- Provided instruction on the use of CPAP machines and other respiratory support devices to patients.
Tile Setter
Ez Tile & Marble Countertops
Pharr
09.1995 - 12.2004
- Formed tile beds using concrete, plaster and mastic materials.
- Collaborated with other tradespeople such as plumbers, electricians, masons, in order to complete projects efficiently.
- Installed decorative designs on floors and walls with mosaic tiles.
- Prepared sub-floor surfaces by removing existing material or filling in cracks.
- Prepared cost and labor quotes based on estimated time and materials needed.
- Reviewed blueprints and work instructions to determine and execute requirements.
- Applied sealants and grout finishes to protect tile from water damage.
- Completed post-installation inspections and processed work invoices.
- Used spacers between tiles and marble to align distance before grout application.
- Identified materials and amount of labor required for project completion after reviewing blueprints.
- Cleaned all work areas after completing each job assignment.
- Inspected newly installed tiles for any defects such as chips or cracks.
- Met with clients to discuss pricing, schedules and tiling needs and offered quotes for intended jobs.
- Produced high-quality work with power and hand tools and accurate calculations of distances and surface areas.
- Laid out tile patterns and ensured proper alignment of tiles.
- Created precise shapes in tile and stone to work around terrain, corners and obstacles.
- Sealed finished surfaces to render grout water- and stain-resistant.
- Ordered flooring supplies and tiling equipment according to project requirements.
Education
High School Diploma -
P.S.J.A. High School
Pharr, TX05-1982
Some College (No Degree) - Kinesiology
South Texas College Technology Campus
McAllen, TXSome College (No Degree) - Kinesiology
South Texas College
McAllen, TXSome College (No Degree) - Kinesiology
University of Texas Pan American
Edinburg, TXSkills
- Polysomnography operation
- Patient monitoring
- Diagnostic equipment setup
- Assistive equipment instruction
- Record-keeping compliance
- Data analysis
- Diagnostic equipment calibration
- Safety compliance
- Technical training
- BiPAP titration
- HIPAA compliance
- Sleep study documentation
- Equipment maintenance
- REM sleep analysis
- Home sleep testing
- Teamwork orientation
Timeline
Sleep Lab Technician
RGV Pulmonary & Sleep Institute
03.2025 - Current
Commercial Janitorial Cleaner
Ivy & Ez Janitorial Services
04.2015 - Current
Sleep Lab Technician
Valley Pulmonary Group
01.2009 - 01.2022
Tile Setter
Ez Tile & Marble Countertops
09.1995 - 12.2004
Paraprofessional
P.S.J.A. ISD
03.1985 - Current
High School Diploma -
P.S.J.A. High School
Some College (No Degree) - Kinesiology
South Texas College Technology Campus
Some College (No Degree) - Kinesiology
South Texas College
Some College (No Degree) - Kinesiology
University of Texas Pan American