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Work History
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Certification
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Joseph Kalilwa

Brooklyn,NY

Summary

I am young resident living in New York City. I am punctual individual enthusiastically skilled in health navigation, Catering, mentoring, and health care aide . I am an individual who loves to take up new challenges for personal experiences and growth.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Health Care Worker

Horizon Staffing
12.2021 - Current

- Administered and interpreted infrared covid-19 tester , blood samples and surveys. -Handled and stored potentially contaminated nasal, oral and blood samples to prevent compromise. - Maintained strict aseptic fields when collecting biological samples, minimizing staff and patient infection risks. - Worked with pathologist to isolate abnormalities and narrow down likely diagnoses.

  • Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
  • Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry and completed weekly grocery shopping.
  • Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation and medication reminders.
  • Engaged patients in meaningful conversation, socialization and activity while providing personal care assistance.

Medical Aid/Ekg Technician

Statscare Urgent Care/Horizon Staffing
12.2021 - 05.2022
  • Administered and interpreted infrared covid-19 tester , samples and surveys. -Handled and stored potentially contaminated nasal, oral and blood samples to prevent compromise.
  • Maintained strict aseptic fields when collecting biological samples, minimizing staff and patient infection risks.
  • Worked with pathologist to isolate abnormalities and narrow down likely diagnoses.
  • Employed specialized procedural knowledge and equipment to test and document patient cardiac activity.
  • Administered testing with electrocardiogram for patients experiencing events and as screening tool.
  • Educated patients on testing and preparation steps prior to procedure.
  • Adhered to cleaning protocol for EKG machine, Holter cables and accessories to provide safe environment.
  • Communicated with healthcare workers and physicians concerning test results.

Health Navigator/ EKG TECH

Project Pandemic Shield
09.2021 - 12.2021

- worked along with Nurse Practitioners, Doctors, EMT and Physician conducting Corona virus tests.

-Navigating communities and educating people about benefits of good health.

  • Administered testing with electrocardiogram for patients experiencing events and as screening tool.
  • Educated patients on testing and preparation steps prior to procedure.
  • Adhered to cleaning protocol for EKG machine, Holter cables and accessories to provide safe environment.
  • Scheduled patients for testing and conducted follow up calls to confirm and answer questions.
  • Monitored patients' heart rhythms and functions through cardiac monitoring strips.
  • Cleaned and sterilized equipment after each appointment, changed batteries and checked for malfunctions.

Certified Residential Medication Aide/ EKG Tech

Group Main Stream
01.2020 - 09.2021

- Helping consumers/clients with daily activities, accompanying them to doctor appointments.

- Administer medication for clients or consumers.

  • Monitored patients' heart rhythms and functions through cardiac monitoring strips.
  • Closely monitored patient condition during tests and alerted cardiac nurse if patient became stressed or conditioned worsened.

HR Assistant

UNIVERSITY OF SOUTHERN
09.2019 - 05.2020
  • Documented human resources records and maintained confidentiality of sensitive personal information.
  • Responded to inquiries by answering telephone calls, in-person questions and emails.
  • Updated Human Resources Information System (HRIS) database, maintained data accuracy, and assisted with system changes.
  • Maintained office supplies, distributed mail, and processed invoices for payment.
  • Analyzed issues and employed improvement processes.

Direct Support Professional

John's Murphy Homes
07.2018 - 08.2019

- Helping consumers/clients with daily activities, accompanying them to doctor appointments, performing light housekeeping duties, running errands, and providing companionship.

- Administer medication for the clients or consumers.

Receptionist/Administrative Assistant Intern

University Of Southern Maine
11.2017 - 05.2018

- Greeting vendors, customers, job applicants and other visitors and arranging for transportation services when needed.

- Directing visitors by operating a switchboard to route incoming calls and place outgoing calls, Maintaining security by following procedures, monitoring logbook and issuing visitor badges.

Mentor/Tutor

Roots Cellar
06.2016 - 09.2016

- Tutored young children 3-12 years of age by helping them succeed academically at a better level.

- Provided guidance, advice, feedback, and support to the mentee, serving variously as role model, advisor, and advocate for a better lifestyle.

Endoscopy Preoperative Technician

Northwell Health
08.2023 - 09.2024
  • Set up endoscopy suites with equipment and supplies needed for procedures.
  • Maintained all safety protocols and processes when cleaning, disinfecting and sterilizing endoscopes and related equipment.
  • Assisted physicians and nursing staff with various tasks and responsibilities during procedures.
  • Transferred scopes to appropriate department for repairs and maintenance.
  • Efficiently set-up and tore down procedure rooms in preparation for upcoming procedures.
  • Verified proper stocking and readiness of day surgery and operating rooms by ordering equipment and supplies for next day.
  • Handled transfers of scopes to various departments for maintenance and routine repairs.
  • Reduced risk of infection through meticulous cleaning, disinfection, and maintenance of endoscopes and accessories.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Health Sciences

Long Island University
Greenvale, NY
09.2026

Skills

  • Topical medication application
  • Vital signs monitoring
  • Responding to emergencies
  • Documenting behaviors
  • Patient Assessments
  • Data Entry
  • PPE Compliance
  • First Aid/CPR
  • Cardiology/Monitor Technician
  • Interpreting EKGs
  • Rhythm Documentation
  • Electrocardiogram (EKG/ECG)
  • Operating Room Preparations
  • Electronic Medical Record Software
  • Patient Record Analysis
  • Inpatient Care

Certification

  • CMA - Certified Medication Aide
  • Cardiology/EKG Technician
  • First Aid/CPR Certified

Languages

French
Native or Bilingual
Swahili
Native or Bilingual
Chichwea
Native or Bilingual
Lingala
Native or Bilingual
Bemba
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Endoscopy Preoperative Technician

Northwell Health
08.2023 - 09.2024

Health Care Worker

Horizon Staffing
12.2021 - Current

Medical Aid/Ekg Technician

Statscare Urgent Care/Horizon Staffing
12.2021 - 05.2022

Health Navigator/ EKG TECH

Project Pandemic Shield
09.2021 - 12.2021

Certified Residential Medication Aide/ EKG Tech

Group Main Stream
01.2020 - 09.2021

HR Assistant

UNIVERSITY OF SOUTHERN
09.2019 - 05.2020

Direct Support Professional

John's Murphy Homes
07.2018 - 08.2019

Receptionist/Administrative Assistant Intern

University Of Southern Maine
11.2017 - 05.2018

Mentor/Tutor

Roots Cellar
06.2016 - 09.2016

Bachelor of Science - Health Sciences

Long Island University
Joseph Kalilwa