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Lauren Barnes

Reading,PA

Summary

Health professional experienced in conducting tests and analyzing samples. Brings skills in sample handling, knowledge of healthcare and background with patient engagement. Looking to put knowledge and abilities to good use in diverse position focused on healthcare objectives. Professional seeking position as a Patient Care Assistant, over 10 years experience in the medical field taking care of animals and over 1 year experience as a Emergency Medical Technician. Educational background adept at learning processes associated with assessing emergencies and delivering exceptional problem-solving and decision-making processes. Fast-acting EMT provides quality care to patients in critical medical situations. Maintains vast knowledge of emergency medical procedures and protocols with strong background in CPR and first aid. Demonstrated ability to remain calm, composed and focused in emergency situations, eager to continue my education in the medical field in a hospital base setting.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Emergency Medical Technician

Tower Direct
09.2022 - Current
  • Enhanced patient care by efficiently assessing and addressing medical emergencies in high-pressure situations.
  • Ensured accurate documentation of patient information, assessment findings, interventions performed, and overall condition by completing detailed reports in compliance with legal requirements and industry standards.
  • Advanced patient comfort during transport by employing proper handling techniques and providing emotional support as needed.
  • Improved patient outcomes by administering appropriate treatments based on thorough assessments of vital signs, physical conditions, and medical histories.
  • Increased team efficiency by collaborating with paramedics, firefighters, and other emergency personnel to provide seamless emergency care to patients.

Vet Assistant

Steve Hoeltzel
04.2018 - 09.2022
  • Positioned animals for diagnostic imaging such as x-rays and scans.
  • Recorded symptoms and documented medical observations to inform treatment decisions.
  • Administered medications to animals in treatment and documented changes in condition.
  • Assisted senior staff with physical assessments.
  • Cleaned, sterilized and maintained kennels, operating rooms and surgical equipment.
  • Prepared surgical instrument packs and drapes for use in sterile environments by processing in autoclave under high pressure and high temperature conditions.
  • Ran bloodwork on patients
  • Keeping hospital clean, doing laundry, restocking items, etc

Vet Technician

Mark Pautler
01.2021 - 01.2022
  • Administered routine, post-operative and daily treatments to animals under direction and supervision of veterinarian.
  • Cleaned and disinfected exam areas, surgical equipment and kennels to prevent diseases and control odors.
  • Prepared surgical instrument packs and drapes for use in sterile environments by processing in autoclave under high pressure and high temperature conditions.
  • Answered owner animal health questions and advised on best care practices.
  • Processed new patients and updated client records with key information using standardized registration systems
  • Greeted pet owners and went over available services, outlined costs and determined special needs of animals under care.
  • Administered medications to animals in treatment and documented changes in condition.
  • Recorded symptoms and documented medical observations to inform treatment decisions.


Kennel Technician

Elizabeth Mccully
03.2014 - 04.2018
  • I worked as part of animal control, would do on call services and pick up strays/injured animals after hours
  • Administered medications and vaccines to animals
  • Adoption counseling
  • Cleaned animals kennels, and kept animals clean and free of contaminants
  • Mixed and administered special food formulas to individual animals based on unique dietary needs.
  • Monitored animal behavior and completed examinations to identify illnesses, injuries or potential diseases.
  • Performed basic wound care and other medical aid, working with veterinarians to handle advanced cases.
  • Cared for sick or injured animals by seeking out veterinary care and notifying owners.
  • Kept cages, kennels, play yards and grooming areas neat and clean.
  • Managed facility laundry, cleaning and restocking.
  • Monitored animals for behavioral problems and signs of health issues.
  • Handled administrative work such as answering telephones and scheduling appointments for visits.
  • Euthanized terminally ill animals

Education

Emergency Medical Technician - Emergency Medical Technician

Lancaster Public Training Safety Center
Manheim, PA
06.2022

High School Diploma -

Garden Spot Senior High School
New Holland, PA
06.2013

Vet Assistant Degree - Veterinarian Assisting

Lancaster County Career And Technology Center
Willow Street, PA
05.2013

Skills

  • Emergency experience, been working in the emergency field for almost 5 years Very capable and used to having to think quickly and act fast in emergency situations
  • Lab Operations
  • Compassionate Care, enjoy taking care of people/animals in need
  • Patient assessments
  • Multitasking
  • Being clean and organized
  • Hard worker and always keeping myself busy
  • File and records management
  • Emergency and preventive care
  • Patient Positioning
  • Medication Administration
  • Patient Management
  • Direct Patient Care
  • Emergency Management
  • CPR and First Aid
  • Airway Management

Certification

  • EMT - Certified Emergency Medical Technician
  • CPR certified
  • NIMS 100, 200, 800, 700
  • Hazardous Materials Awareness

Timeline

Emergency Medical Technician

Tower Direct
09.2022 - Current

Vet Technician

Mark Pautler
01.2021 - 01.2022

Vet Assistant

Steve Hoeltzel
04.2018 - 09.2022

Kennel Technician

Elizabeth Mccully
03.2014 - 04.2018

Emergency Medical Technician - Emergency Medical Technician

Lancaster Public Training Safety Center

High School Diploma -

Garden Spot Senior High School

Vet Assistant Degree - Veterinarian Assisting

Lancaster County Career And Technology Center

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