Overview
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Education
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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, TX
05-1982

Some College (No Degree) - Kinesiology

South Texas College Technology Campus
McAllen, TX

Some College (No Degree) - Kinesiology

South Texas College
McAllen, TX

Some College (No Degree) - Kinesiology

University of Texas Pan American
Edinburg, TX

Skills

  • 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

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