Jose Manuel Sanchez
Forest
Summary
Compassionate Emergency Room Technician with over 2 years at Lackey Memorial Hospital, excelling in patient care and medical triage. Proficient in Electronic Health Records, I ensure accurate documentation while fostering clear communication with patients and staff. My reliability and attention to detail enhance team efficiency in high-pressure situations.
Overview
1
1
Certification
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
OB Emergency Services Technician
FMOLHS
Jackson, MS
10.2025 - Current
- Assist nurses and providers with patient care in the OB Emergency Department.
- Assist with patient triage by obtaining vital signs, gathering patient information, and helping prioritize patients based on their needs.
- Collect and process laboratory specimens, including blood samples and urinalysis, according to department procedures.
- Assist with placing and monitoring fetal and maternal patients on electronic monitors and report changes or concerns to the nursing staff.
- Support nurses with patient preparation, examinations, procedures, and other clinical needs.
- Provide comfort and assistance to patients while maintaining a professional and compassionate environment.
- Communicate effectively with nurses, providers, patients, and families in a fast-paced emergency setting.
- Maintain accurate patient documentation and follow hospital safety, privacy, and infection-control procedures.
Emergency Room Technician
Lackey Memorial Hospital
Forest
07.2023 - Current
- I am a dedicated and dependable Emergency Room Technician with over 2 years of experience at Lackey Memorial Hospital, where I’ve worked since July 2023. In this dual-role position, I provide both direct clinical support to emergency department staff and administrative assistance at the front desk. I am highly skilled in taking and documenting vital signs, assisting patients with comfort measures and mobility, maintaining clean and well-stocked treatment rooms, and ensuring patient safety in high-stress situations. I also manage emergency room admissions, which includes registering patients, verifying insurance, collecting demographic and billing information, and maintaining accurate records in the hospital’s electronic medical record system. My calm demeanor, attention to detail, and ability to communicate clearly with both patients and clinical staff allow me to perform effectively in a fast-paced environment. I bring a compassionate, patient-focused approach to every shift and am committed to continuous learning as I pursue my Associate of Arts degree.
- At Lackey Memorial Hospital in Forest, Mississippi, I have served as an Emergency Room Technician and ER Admissions Clerk since July 2023. On the clinical side, I support physicians, nurses, and emergency medical staff by taking and recording vital signs—including blood pressure, temperature, pulse, oxygen saturation, and respiration rate. I assist with transporting and repositioning patients, helping with basic needs such as hygiene, and ensuring rooms are cleaned and fully stocked between visits. I follow infection control and hospital safety protocols carefully to maintain a safe and sanitary environment. During high-acuity situations, I respond promptly by helping the team stay organized and providing non-invasive assistance to support patient care.
Education
Associates Degree -
Hinds Community College
Raymond, MS05.2026
High School Diploma -
Morton High School
Morton, MS05.2024
Skills
- Patient care ER tech: assisting in patient assessments, vital sign measurements, and preparation for exams
- Medical triage: evaluating patient conditions, prioritizing care based on urgency, and providing basic first aid when necessary
- Clerical support: managing patient admissions, appointment scheduling, and verifying insurance and demographic information
- Electronic Health Records (EHR): Proficient in maintaining and updating patient records in electronic systems, ensuring accurate and compliant documentation
- Medical testing: urine samples, and assisting with diagnostic procedures
- Communication: facilitating clear communication between patients, families, medical professionals, and administrative staff
- Vital signs monitoring
- Clinical support techniques
- Team collaboration
- Patient transport
- Taking and tracking vital signs
- CPR
Certification
I hold a current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification, CPR certification, CPI certified
Languages
English, Spanish
Languages
English
Native/ Bilingual
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
Timeline
OB Emergency Services Technician
FMOLHS
10.2025 - Current
Emergency Room Technician
Lackey Memorial Hospital
07.2023 - Current
Associates Degree -
Hinds Community College
High School Diploma -
Morton High School