Laura Zepeda
Lancaster,CA - California
Summary
Proven Endoscopy Technician with extensive experience at Antelope Valley Medical Center, showcasing advanced capabilities in flexible endoscope use and high-level disinfection. Excelled in teamwork and collaboration, significantly enhancing patient care and comfort. Demonstrated proficiency in biopsy handling and patient preparation, contributing to efficient and accurate diagnostic procedures.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Endoscopy Technician
Antelope Valley Medical Center
Lancaster, CA
02.2021 - Current
- Advanced skillset through participation in specialized trainings on various types of endoscopic equipment, broadening capabilities as a technician.
- Set up endoscopy suites with equipment and supplies needed for procedures.
- Collaborated with physicians and nurses to develop individualized patient care plans focused on maximizing comfort and minimizing anxiety levels.
- Improved patient comfort during endoscopic procedures by providing attentive care and maintaining a calming environment.
- Assisted in the collection of diagnostic specimens during endoscopic procedures, ensuring proper labeling and handling for accurate laboratory analysis.
- Ensured timely completion of endoscopic procedures by effectively assisting physicians with scope insertions, biopsies, and polypectomies.
- Prepared patients for procedures to assist doctors, nurses and support staff.
- Maintained all safety protocols and processes when cleaning, disinfecting and sterilizing endoscopes and related equipment.
- Cleaned and disinfected endoscopic equipment and scopes according to infection control guidelines and standards.
Nursing Assistant / G.I Tech
Advanced Endoscopy And Pain Center
Lancaster, CA
02.2008 - 02.2022
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Promoted a safe and clean environment by maintaining strict adherence to infection control protocols and sanitation standards.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Facilitated efficient patient transfers, reducing risk of injury through proper body mechanics and use of assistive devices.
- Prepare rooms according to endoscopy procedure requirements
- Clean disinfect scope or other endoscopy instrument according to manufacturer recommendations and facilities standards
- Collect specimen from patient using standards medical procedures.
Education
Diploma - General Studies
Antelope Valley High School
Lancaster, CA06.2000
Skills
- Flexible Endoscope Use
- Patient preparation
- Measuring vital signs
- Biopsy Handling
- High-Level Disinfection
- Patient Positioning
- Transporting patients
- Room preparation
- Endoscope Reprocessing
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Specimen handling
- Basic Life Support for Health Care Providers (BLS)
- Bilingual
Timeline
Endoscopy Technician
Antelope Valley Medical Center
02.2021 - Current
Nursing Assistant / G.I Tech
Advanced Endoscopy And Pain Center
02.2008 - 02.2022
Diploma - General Studies
Antelope Valley High School