JERRIE LYNN REECE
Athens Limestone Hospital
Athens
35
years of professional experience
Experienced Emergency Room Technician with a strong background in patient transport and medical terminology. Proven ability to streamline processes and facilitate communication among healthcare professionals to ensure timely and effective patient care.
Work History
Emergency Room Technician
34 Years 11 Months- Monitored vital signs, documenting changes and reporting critical information promptly.
- Assisted medical staff in triaging patients efficiently to expedite treatment.
- Provided direct patient care, ensuring comfort and safety during emergency procedures.
- Operated and maintained medical equipment, ensuring readiness for emergencies at all times.
- Coordinated communication between medical staff, patients, and families to facilitate efficient care delivery.
- Trained new administrative staff on hospital protocols and electronic systems, fostering a collaborative work environment.
- Provided essential back-up support to nursing staff, allowing them more time for direct patient care activities.
- Improved overall workflow within the ER unit by consistently prioritizing tasks based on urgency level and departmental goals.
- Expedited discharge processes for patients, liaising with various departments to complete required documentation swiftly.
- Maintained a well-organized and efficient work environment through diligent filing and document organization.
- Streamlined communication between healthcare professionals by promptly answering phone calls and relaying important messages.
- Facilitated smooth transfer of patients to different departments or facilities, helping maintain a seamless flow within the emergency room.
- Answered telephone calls to offer office information, answer questions, and direct calls to staff.
- Performed various administrative tasks by filing, copying and faxing documents.
- Prepared and processed patient referrals and transfer requests.
- Organized and maintained patient chart filing system to promote quick data finding for staff.
Education
CERTIFIED PROFESSIONAL CODER - MEDICAL CODING
Skills
12-lead EKG monitoring
CPR
Vital signs monitoring
Wound care
Phlebotomy
Basic patient care
Splinting techniques
Patient transport
Admissions and discharge processes
Information documentation
Replenishing supplies
Medical terminology
Physician support
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Emergency Room Technician
Athens Limestone Hospital
08.1991 - CurrentRead More
Calhoun Community College
CERTIFIED PROFESSIONAL CODER from MEDICAL CODING
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