Kenneth Mcmillan

• Assist physicians during Gastrointestinal Procedures (Upper Endoscopy/Colonoscopy)
• Keep up to date and be knowledgeable on all instrumentation and equipment used in any and all procedures
• Efficiently set-up and tore down procedure rooms in preparation for upcoming procedures.
• Handled transfers of scopes to various departments for maintenance and routine repairs.
• Assisted doctors, nurses and support staff by preparing for patient procedures.
• Handled inventory and preparation for upcoming procedures by ordering supplies and ensuring rooms were stocked and set-up for patients.
• Prepared patients for procedures by measuring vital statistics and applying necessary monitoring equipment.
• Sanitized and assessed recovery rooms while following all surgical schedules.
• Coordinated and maintained patient charts by recording information and ensuring confidentiality.
• Maintained all safety protocols and processes when cleaning, disinfecting and sterilizing endoscopes and related equipment.
• Prepared day surgery and operating rooms for patients by ordering and stocking equipment and supplies for upcoming procedures.

• Assist physicians during Gastrointestinal Procedures (Upper Endoscopy/Colonoscopy/EUS/ERCP/Double Balloon etc.)
• Proficient in any and all GI procedures such as:

-Gastrointestinal (GI) bleed intervention

-Gastroenterology Pediatrics

-Endoscopy

-Colonoscopy

-Sigmoidoscopy

-Endoscopic Ultrasound

-Endoscopic Retrograde Cholangiopancreatography (ERCP)

-Hemospray Endoscopy

-Endoscopic variceal ligation (EVL)

-Enteroscopy

-Polypectomy and Biopsy

-Endoscopic Mucosal Resection (EMR)

-Disaccharidase Biopsy

-Cellvizio Endomicroscopy

-Spyglass ERCP

-Argon plasma coagulation (APC)

-Liver Biopsy

-Fecal Transplant

-Bravo Capsule Endoscopy

-Capsule Endoscopy

-Dobhoff Tube Placement

-Foreign Body Retrieval

-PEG Tube Placements

-MIC-KEY (G-Tube) Replacements

-Esophageal/Colonic Dilations (Savory/Maloney/Balloon)

-Double Balloon Enteroscopy

-Radio Frequency Ablation (RFA)

-Cryo Ablation Therapy

-Peroral Endoscopic Myotomy (POEM)

-TIF (Transoral Incisionless Fundoplication)

• Keep up to date and be knowledgeable on all instrumentation and equipment used in any and all procedures
• Assisted with transportation of scopes for repairs and maintenance.
• Supported physicians and nursing staff during procedures.
• Transferred scopes to appropriate department for repairs and maintenance.
• Prepared for upcoming procedures by effectively setting up and tearing down rooms.
• Verified proper stocking and readiness of day surgery and operating rooms by ordering equipment and supplies for upcoming procedures.
• Setup patient charts and documented information while ensuring confidentiality.
• Set up endoscopy suites with equipment and supplies needed for procedures.
• Assisted physicians and nursing staff with various tasks and responsibilities during procedures.
• Adhered to safety procedures during cleaning, disinfecting and sterilizing endoscopes and related equipment.

• Stocked anesthesia supplies in anesthetizing locations, fiber optic carts, ploss carts and emergency airway bags.
• Adjusted and monitored injectable and inhaled anesthesia and sedation by thoroughly assessing vitals and health of patients.
• Maintained and cleaned anesthesia machines by changing soda-lime, refilling vaporizers with anesthetic agents and replacing nitrous, oxygen and air cylinders.
• Maintained sterile anesthesia supplies within expiration date.
• Followed infection control procedures to maintain cleanliness of anesthesia monitors and apparatuses.
• Pretested and calibrated anesthesia delivery systems and monitors.
• Provided airway management interventions, tracheal intubation, and ventilatory support.
• Verified availability of operating room supplies, medications and gases.

• Decontaminate all instruments and medical supplies following a proper S.O.P (Standard Operating Procedure)
• Sterilize all instruments and medical supplies following a proper S.O.P
• Monitor hospital equipment and biologicals to ensure instruments and medical equipment are properly decontaminated
• Sort/Wrap/Box and prepare instruments, trays and any other medical equipment and prepare them for sterilization
• Stock and Restock supplies when needed
• Inspected sterile package integrity prior to distribution.
• Identified parameters and sterilization method required for each item to be sterilized.
• Corrected instrument sets according to current standards and established count sheets and instrument tracking systems.
• Assessed instruments, equipment, and containers to promote cleanliness and proper functioning.
• Verified and maintained proper documents and records for sterilization.
• Recorded biologicals and test results.
• Followed OSHA, FDA and AAMI guidelines related to sterilization in compliance with administrative regulations.
• Responded to equipment malfunctions by troubleshooting and repairing broken and malfunctioning equipment.
• Decontaminated surgical instruments to remove bacteria and other contaminants before sterilization.
• Operated specialized equipment using steam, gas and chemical methods to sterilize equipment.
• Troubleshot medical equipment malfunctions and reported issues to appropriate personnel.

• Handled, evaluated, documented and resolved customer issues and inquiries related to customer orders.
• Unpacked new merchandise shipments and prepared for placement on selling floor by folding, hanging or stacking.
• Unloaded packages from incoming trucks to inspect contents.
• Cross-trained in different departments of store to learn new tasks and better understand workflows and business operations.
• Marked items with identifying codes such as price, stock, or inventory control codes.
• Broke down boxes and cartons, disposing of refuse in proper cardboard receptacles.
• Created storefront displays and installed advertising signs to attract customers.
• Stocked designated items on shelves, end caps and displays.
• Kept warehouse areas free of debris and safe for employees with proper storage and maintenance of machinery, tools and supplies.
• Greeted store customers and discussed needs.
• Transported merchandise to sales floor and replenished out-of-stock and low-stock items.

• Collaborated with CNAs, nurses, and physicians to maintain stability during transport and facilitate event-free transport.
• Maintained confidentiality of patient data and condition to safeguard health information.
• Assisted patients in moving out of beds, wheelchairs, stretchers, or medical transport vans.
• Assisted with lifting and handling patients using appropriate patient safety equipment such as lift swings, stand-up lifts and overhead lifts.
• Transported patients to testing and treatment units, operating rooms and other areas using moveable beds, wheelchairs, and stretchers.
• Assisted patients in using oxygen tanks and other medical equipment to manage smooth transition from hospital to designated location.
• Assisted with discharge process by escorting patients with belongings to leave facility safely and comfortably.
• Cleaned, sanitized and moved hospital equipment.

• Greeted customers, helped locate merchandise, and suggested suitable options.
• Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers, and promote specific merchandise.
• Checked pricing, scanned items, applied discounts, and printed receipts to ring up customers.
• Communication with customers professionally and proactively to provide product information and advice.
• Built productive relationships with customers to establish trust, rapport and increase satisfaction.
• Utilized customer feedback to improve services and apply best practices.
• Listened to customer needs and desires to identify and recommend optimal products.
• Used in-store system to locate inventory and place special orders for customers.
• Performed cash, card, and check transactions to complete customer purchases.
• Recommended complementary purchases to customers, increasing revenue.
• Maintained up-to-date knowledge of store sales, payment policies and security standards.

• Operated cash register for cash, check, and credit card transactions with excellent accuracy levels.
• Restocked and organized merchandise in front lanes.
• Understood restaurant menu, limited-time offers and promotions to answer guest questions.
• Balanced cash drawer at beginning and close of shift.
• Addressed customer needs and made product recommendations to increase sales.
• Welcomed customers and helped determine their needs.
• Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.