Lindsey Kizzar
Abilene,TX
Summary
Dynamic Aerospace Medical Service Technician with the United States Air Force, adept at triaging patients and delivering critical care under pressure. Skilled in vital sign assessment and clear communication, ensuring efficient patient management. Proven ability to maintain infection control and foster collaboration with medical teams to enhance patient outcomes.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Aerospace Medical Service Technician
United States Air Force
03.2021 - Current
- Collaborated with medical professionals to communicate patient needs with accuracy and speed using hospital and medical codes.
- Evaluated patient vital signs and status to determine care needs using pulse oximeters and electronic vital sign machines.
- Triaged patients in emergency situations based on life-threatening needs and delegated tasks to better provide treatment to maximum patients at once.
- Performs portions of medical treatment, diagnostic, and therapeutic procedures.
- Cared for, observed, and reported on pre/post-operative, seriously or critically ill, and injured patients.
- Performed paraprofessional portions of preventative health assessments and physical examinations.
- Maintained levelheadedness and efficiency in high-pressure situations, effectively prioritizing tasks to save lives and provide medical care.
- Developed and maintained rapport with coworkers and local hospital staff to facilitate efficient patient care.
Pediatric Medical Technician
United States Air Force
03.2021 - 01.2024
- Answered telephone calls to offer office information, answer questions, and direct calls to staff.
- Supported duties for diagnostic and technical treatment procedures, such as setting up and operating special medical equipment and apparatus.
- Updated inventory, expiration and vaccine logs to maintain current tracking documentation.
- Obtained and documented patient medical history, vital signs and current complaints at intake.
- Oriented and trained new staff on proper procedures and policies.
- Completed EKGs and other tests based on patient presentation in office.
- Explained procedures to patients to reduce anxieties and increase patient cooperation.
Warrior and Operational Medical Technician
United States Air Force
01.2024 - Current
- Administered medications and performed basic and advanced patient assessments.
- Interacted with patients and families while demonstrating high standards of performance, teamwork, and compassion.
- Performed patient service duties by communicating directly with patients, answering questions, and assisting with concerns.
- Monitored inventory levels of supplies, equipment, and reagents used and placed orders for replacements.
- Collected and processed laboratory specimens to obtain samples for analysis.
Education
Hospitality
Yavapai College
Prescott, AZSkills
- Infection control practices
- Medical supply management
- Direct patient care
- Immunization administration
- Vital sign assessment
- Critical thinking
- Clear communication
- CPR and first aid
- Medication administration
- Infection control
- Basic life support
Certification
- EMT - Certified Emergency Medical Technician
- Basic Life Support
Timeline
Warrior and Operational Medical Technician
United States Air Force
01.2024 - Current
Aerospace Medical Service Technician
United States Air Force
03.2021 - Current
Pediatric Medical Technician
United States Air Force
03.2021 - 01.2024
Hospitality
Yavapai College
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