Lamont Bennett
Summary
Compassionate Dialysis Technician with proficiency in operating dialysis machines, patient preparation, and post-treatment care. Known for high productivity and efficiency in task completion. Specialized skills include vascular access monitoring, equipment sterilization, and fluid removal rate calculation. Excel in communication, empathy, and problem-solving to enhance patient comfort and safety.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
Work History
Dialysis Technician
Chromalloy Kidney Center
St Louis, MO
08.2023 - Current
- Took and documented patient temperature, blood pressure, pulse and respiration rates before and after dialysis treatment.
- Documented all patient information accurately in their medical records.
- Identified and reported any adverse reactions or changes in patient condition to the supervising nurse.
- Participated in continuous education to stay updated on dialysis technology advancements.
- Primed dialyzer with saline or heparinized solutions and followed formula directions when preparing dialysate.
- Discontinued dialysis treatment according to established procedures.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to ensure best possible outcomes for all patients.
- Eased patients' anxiety by explaining dialysis procedures and dialysis machine operations.
- Initiated and terminated reverse osmosis water system and performed water quality monitoring tests prior to dialysis initiation.
- Documented patient information accurately in electronic health records.
- Restocked supplies needed for dialysis procedures in an organized manner.
- Used restrictive devices and patient-shielding techniques to minimize patient and staff radiation exposures.
- Calibrated dialysate solution according to prescribed formula for each individual patient's needs.
Laboratory Associate III PRN
Barnes Hospital
Saint Louis, MO
10.2015 - Current
- Ensured the cleanliness and sterilization of phlebotomy equipment and work area.
- Provided excellent customer service while interacting with patients.
- Performed venipuncture and capillary draws with precision on patients of varying ages and health statuses.
- Participated in continuing education to stay current with phlebotomy practices.
- Verified collection orders and communicated discrepancies to nurses.
- Located veins suitable for puncture to draw blood using sterilized needles, vials and other equipment.
- Centrifuged blood specimens in test tubes and capillary tubes to separate cells and sediment from blood serum.
- Assisted in the training and mentoring of new phlebotomy staff.
- Educated patients on specimen collection procedures and post-draw care.
- Labeled blood vials with critical information like time of collection, date and patient name.
- Maintained a clean, safe, and organized work environment.
- Used heel and finger stick methods to obtain blood from capillaries.
- Scheduled appointments and managed patient flow to minimize wait times.
- Adhered to HIPAA guidelines regarding patient privacy.
- Collected specimens for drug screens, paternity tests and alcohol tests.
Team Leader
American Red Cross
St Louis, MO
03.1998 - 10.2015
- Conducted donor interviews prior to collections, ensuring all paperwork was completed accurately and completely.
- Cleaned and calibrated laboratory equipment.
- Supervised or instructed new technicians on laboratory protocols.
- Verified donor eligibility according to established criteria.
- Maintained a clean and orderly work environment at all times.
- Provided education on the importance of donating blood and encouraged participation in blood drives.
- Set up donation equipment to ensure proper operation during blood drives.
- Apheresis collection using Amicus Cobe and Alyx technology
- Autologous donations
- Special donations
Medical Assistant
Dr. Christian and Nancy Weigel
East St Louis , IL
05.1993 - 03.1998
- Measured vital signs and took medical histories to prepare patients for examination.
- Ensured that all instruments used during exams were cleaned properly after each use according to established protocols.
- Oversaw patient registration, insurance verification, form completion and appointment scheduling to maintain operational efficiency.
- Scheduled appointments for patients via phone and in person.
- Relayed messages from patients to physicians about concerns, condition updates or refill requests to facilitate treatment.
- Answered phones, scheduled appointments, greeted patients and ordered supplies.
- Assisted back office patient processes to reduce office wait times.
- Kept facility stocked with necessary supplies, equipment and instruments.
- Documented notes during patient visits.
- Changed dressings on wounds to prevent infection and check for healing.
- Administered medications under physician's supervision.
- Contacted pharmacies to submit and refill patients' prescriptions.
- Provided assistance to medical staff in performing minor surgical procedures.
- Supported administrative staff by processing payments.
- Registered new patients into practice management software program accurately entering demographic information.
- Electrocardiogram (EKG) to administer diagnostic tests.
Education
Diploma - Medical Assistant
Al-Med Academy
05-1993
Skills
- Schedule appointments
- CPR certified
- Data entry
- EKG
- Injections
- Phlebotomy
- Specimen processing
- Sample collection techniques
- Laboratory safety procedures
- Vital signs
- Epic and Cerner Medical Programs
- Dialysis treatment
Timeline
Dialysis Technician
Chromalloy Kidney Center
08.2023 - Current
Laboratory Associate III PRN
Barnes Hospital
10.2015 - Current
Team Leader
American Red Cross
03.1998 - 10.2015
Medical Assistant
Dr. Christian and Nancy Weigel
05.1993 - 03.1998
Diploma - Medical Assistant
Al-Med Academy
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