KRISTEN DAWE
Plymouth,MI
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Emergency Medical Technician
Henry Ford Medical Center
Plymouth, MI
11.2022 - Current
- Assisted in providing medical care to patients with life-threatening conditions and injuries.
- Performed basic life support procedures such as cardiopulmonary resuscitation and automated external defibrillation.
- Transported patients to hospitals or other healthcare facilities using ambulances or other vehicles.
- Maintained patient vital signs, including blood pressure, respiration rate, pulse rate, temperature, oxygen saturation level and pain levels.
- Utilized proper body mechanics when lifting and moving equipment or assisting patients.
- Adhered strictly to safety regulations set forth by local governing bodies.
- Observed infection control measures when treating multiple patients within a given timeframe.
Emergency Medical Technician
Henry Ford Medical Center
Dearborn, MI
10.2020 - 11.2023
- Assisted in providing medical care to patients with life-threatening conditions and injuries.
- Performed basic life support procedures such as cardiopulmonary resuscitation and automated external defibrillation.
- Transported patients to hospitals or other healthcare facilities using ambulances or other vehicles.
- Responded quickly to emergency calls, assessed the situation and provided appropriate treatment for illnesses or injuries.
- Maintained patient vital signs, including blood pressure, respiration rate, pulse rate, temperature, oxygen saturation level and pain levels.
Medical Assistant
Henry Ford Medical Center
Plymouth, MI
08.2018 - 10.2020
- Assisted physicians with patient care by taking vital signs, patient histories and preparing patients for examinations.
- Administered injections, medications and treatments as directed by the physician.
- Performed basic laboratory tests such as urinalysis and blood glucose levels under direct supervision of a physician or registered nurse.
- Ordered medical supplies, maintained inventory logs and restocked exam rooms when needed.
- Conducted EKGs, spirometry testing, audiograms and other diagnostic tests as requested by the physician.
- Inspected equipment to ensure proper working order prior to use on patients.
- Measured vital signs and took medical histories to prepare patients for examination.
- Interviewed and engaged patients to obtain medical history, chief complaints and vital signs.
- Relayed messages from patients to physicians about concerns, condition updates or refill requests to facilitate treatment.
Lab Coordinator
IHA
Ann Arbor, MI
07.2015 - 01.2017
- Developed and maintained laboratory safety procedures to ensure compliance with all relevant regulations.
- Organized and supervised the daily activities of the laboratory staff, including assigning tasks and providing instruction.
- Performed regular maintenance on lab equipment, including calibrating instruments, troubleshooting malfunctions, and ordering supplies as needed.
- Trained new employees on proper laboratory techniques and safety protocols.
- Maintained accurate records of lab inventory levels and tracked usage patterns of various materials over time.
- Monitored quality control standards to ensure accuracy of results obtained from experiments performed in the lab.
- Coordinated with external vendors regarding supply orders or equipment repair services required by the lab personnel.
Medical Assistant
Henry Ford Medical Center
Plymouth, MI
03.2004 - 07.2015
- Assisted physicians with patient care by taking vital signs, patient histories and preparing patients for examinations.
- Administered injections, medications and treatments as directed by the physician.
- Provided assistance to medical staff in performing minor surgical procedures.
- Prepared laboratory specimens for analysis and organized lab results for review by the physician.
- Maintained accurate medical records through filing, charting, transcription and data entry into electronic health record system.
- Answered phones, scheduled appointments and managed patient flow while greeting visitors in a professional manner.
- Performed basic laboratory tests such as urinalysis and blood glucose levels under direct supervision of a physician or registered nurse.
- Ordered medical supplies, maintained inventory logs and restocked exam rooms when needed.
- Conducted EKGs, spirometry testing, audiograms and other diagnostic tests as requested by the physician.
- Inspected equipment to ensure proper working order prior to use on patients.
- Collected samples from patients for laboratory testing purposes.
- Ensured that all instruments used during exams were cleaned properly after each use according to established protocols.
- Kept examination rooms clean, stocked with necessary supplies and prepared for incoming patients.
- Adhered to HIPAA regulations regarding safeguarding confidential patient information at all times.
- Scheduled appointments for patients via phone and in person.
Timeline
Emergency Medical Technician
Henry Ford Medical Center
11.2022 - Current
Emergency Medical Technician
Henry Ford Medical Center
10.2020 - 11.2023
Medical Assistant
Henry Ford Medical Center
08.2018 - 10.2020
Lab Coordinator
IHA
07.2015 - 01.2017
Medical Assistant
Henry Ford Medical Center
03.2004 - 07.2015