Kyndra Gardner
Mechanicsville,VA
Summary
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. I am motivated to maintain patient satisfaction and contribute to company success. Proven ability to establish rapport with patients and exceed patient goals. Reliable and driven, with strong time management and prioritization abilities.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Orthopedic Tech
VCU Health System
02.2024 - Current
- Strengthened teamwork and collaboration among clinic staff by actively participating in meetings, hosting casting classes, and providing constructive feedback.
- Optimized patient care by maintaining detailed records of patient notes and following procedures.
- Assessed patient comfort related to cast and splints and assisted with comfort measures.
- Participated in continuing education opportunities such as workshops conferences to stay updated on industry advancements.
- Reduced patient wait time by promptly assisting with the application and removal of casts, braces, and other orthopedic devices.
Pathology Technician/Cytology Prep Technician
VCU Health System
12.2018 - 02.2024
- Maintained inventory control, ensuring necessary supplies were always available without excess stockpiles or shortages.
- Improved diagnostic accuracy by skillfully preparing tissue samples for analysis.
- Assisted colleagues in troubleshooting technical issues with equipment or procedures, fostering teamwork within the laboratory setting.
- Demonstrated flexibility by quickly adapting to sudden changes in workload or priorities based on patient needs or lab requirements.
- Ensured patient safety, adhering to strict protocols for handling biohazardous materials.
- Reduced turnaround time for test results, diligently prioritizing urgent cases.
- Applied chromosomal staining to differentiate cells and prepare samples for further analysis.
Hospital Service Technician
Virginia Blood Services
05.2013 - 11.2018
- Oversaw the receipt, distribution, and storage of blood products.
- Introduced monthly incentives to improve teamwork and department morale.
- Trained new employees and responded to customer requests via telephone and email.
- Customer service and phone etiquette.
- Prioritization and problem solving.
Education
Certification - Massage Therapy
Fortis College
Richmond, VA08.2012
High School Diploma -
Lee Davis High School
Mechanicsville, VA06.2011
Skills
- Anatomy knowledge
- Suture removal
- Orthopedic bracing
- Splint application
- Orthopedic casting
- Cast removal
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Problem-solving abilities
- Time Management
- Adaptability and Flexibility
- Task Prioritization
- Relationship Building
Timeline
Orthopedic Tech
VCU Health System
02.2024 - Current
Pathology Technician/Cytology Prep Technician
VCU Health System
12.2018 - 02.2024
Hospital Service Technician
Virginia Blood Services
05.2013 - 11.2018
Certification - Massage Therapy
Fortis College
High School Diploma -
Lee Davis High School
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