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Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Affiliations
Certification
I would be blessed totally with starting out with a salary of $45,000-50, 000.
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Lora Chambers-Guiton

Lora Chambers-Guiton

Mesquite,TX

Summary

I am truly a people person. I totally believe in finding solutions to problems. I believe that in working together and having a positive outlook on life that this world can and will be a better place. Diversity is the name of the game in the workplace. I believe that team work, makes dreams and realities come to life. Happiness while working makes a job a happy place and creates healthy, happy and successful employees

Overview

37
37
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

DME & SLEEP MANAGER

OSA/STAT SLEEP SERVICES
06.2014 - Current
  • Completed month-end and year-end closings, kept records audit-ready and monitored timely recording of accounting transactions.
  • Checked payroll, vendor payments and other accounting disbursements for accuracy and compliance.
  • Created and updated financial reports on frequent basis to present information to leadership teams.
  • Maintained regular performance appraisals for subordinates through verbal, written and on-going review programs.
  • Conducted reviews and evaluations for cost-reduction opportunities.

Respiratory Therapist Assistant

SPC HOME Medical/IVEDCO
03.2010 - 04.2014
  • Conducted cardiopulmonary resuscitation and airway maintenance.
  • Administered medication and ventilatory support.
  • Interacted with patients, family members and physicians to coordinate patient care.
  • Conducted therapeutic and diagnostic procedures with treatment methods and equipment.
  • Adhered to standards of excellence for respiratory care and diagnostic services.
  • Evaluated patients for deficiencies and abnormalities and made medical decisions based on assessments.
  • Determined patient safety risks to identify medical intervention needs.
  • Followed established guidelines to compliantly deliver services.
  • Performed services on-site, at outpatient clinics and in patient homes.
  • Collaborated with physicians, nurses or other healthcare professionals to manage patient care by assisting with medical procedures or related duties.
  • Educated patients and families about conditions and taught appropriate disease management techniques.
  • Inspected and cleaned respiratory therapy equipment to maintain functionality.
  • Maintained charts containing patients' pertinent identification and therapy information.
  • Demonstrated respiratory care procedures to trainees or other healthcare personnel.
  • Explained treatment procedures to patients to gain cooperation and allay fears.
  • Enforced physicians' orders for specific treatment protocols and durations.
  • Read prescription information and laboratory results to assess patients' needs and conditions.
  • Transcribed physicians' notes and maintained patient charts with treatment data.

DME and Respiratory Manager

OSA/STAT SLEEP SERVICES
08.2004 - 03.2009
  • Communicated with patients with compassion while keeping medical information private.
  • Explained policies, procedures and services to patients.
  • Collaborated with multi-disciplinary staff to improve overall patient care and response times.
  • Built work schedules and staff assignments, taking workload, space and equipment availability into consideration.
  • Maintained records management system to process personnel information and produce reports.
  • Maintained communication and transparency with governing boards, department heads and medical staff.
  • Recruited, hired and trained new medical and facility staff.
  • Established solid relations with leadership and staff by attending board meetings and coordinating interdepartmental information exchanges.
  • Maintained awareness of government regulations, health insurance changes and financing options.
  • Directed, supervised and evaluated medical, clerical or maintenance personnel.
  • Managed changes in integrated health care delivery systems and technological innovations while keeping focus on quality of care.
  • Assessed need for additional staff, equipment and services based on historical data and seasonal trends.
  • Planned and implemented programs for health care or medical facilities supporting personnel administration and training.
  • Developed medical programs that promoted community health and research.
  • Kept informed of advances in medicine and computerized diagnostic and treatment equipment.

Medical Technician

VA Medical Center
07.1988 - 03.2004
  • Provided excellent patient support and care to patients and families.
  • Documented and updated patient data on electronic medical charts, maintaining accuracy and confidentiality.
  • Observed and recorded vital signs and reported changes to physicians or nurses.
  • Monitored patients for medical changes and reviewed and revised care plans accordingly.
  • Supported healthcare teams in consistently delivering timely and quality care according to company standards.
  • Monitored medical supply inventory to ensure consistent availability of critical items.
  • Adhered to all safety and infection control precautions and regulations.
  • Reported safety hazards to supervisors, removing risk and promoting workplace safety.
  • Protected patients and employees by adhering to infection-control and hazardous waste policies.
  • Cleaned and sterilized laboratory equipment to prevent cross-contamination.
  • Collected specimens for lab testing, practicing aseptic technique to reduce risk of infection.
  • Maintained laboratory supplies inventory by checking stock to determine inventory level.
  • Provided medical technology information by answering questions and requests.
  • Managed inventory purchasing, organization and tracking.
  • Performed urinalysis, hematology, chemistry and other testing procedures.
  • Processed orders for lab testing and liaised with physicians to review results.
  • Checked blood compatibility using crossmatching, antigen typing and antibody identification.
  • Maintained lab equipment and troubleshot instrument problems.
  • Supported operations across chemistry, hematology, urinalysis, blood bank and microbiology departments.
  • Coordinated laboratory changes such as updating testing protocols and optimizing workflow.
  • Analyzed blood cells by counting and identifying cells, using microscopic techniques and procedures.
  • Executed and analyzed tests in areas including chemistry, hematology, urinalysis, serology, histology and bacteriology to aid physicians in diagnosing and treating diseases.
  • Assessed adequacy of chemicals and stains.
  • Assisted pathologist in gross examination of surgical specimens.
  • Guided students and newer laboratory personnel in proper practices and regulatory guidelines.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Medical Laboratory Technology

Wayne State University, Detroit, MI
05.1984

Bachelor of Arts - Elementary And Middle School Education

Southeastern Oklahoma State University, Durant, OK
06.1983

Skills

  • Staff Training
  • Risk Mitigation
  • Customer Service
  • Revenue Generation
  • In-Depth Research
  • Prioritizing and Planning
  • Relationship Building
  • Relationship Building and Management
  • Customer Relationship Development
  • Workflow Coordination
  • Quality Assurance
  • Adaptable to Changing Conditions
  • Critical Thinking
  • Client Relationship Management
  • Risk Management
  • Sales Support
  • Proactive and Focused
  • Work Planning
  • Word Processing
  • Compliance Assessment
  • Excels in Team Leadership
  • Willing to Learn
  • Community Networking
  • Goal Setting
  • Team Building Leadership

Accomplishments

While working for the Veterans Administration, I received many awards: The Sunshine Award, Excellence Service Awards, The Care Award, monetary step increases, employee of the year and etc

Affiliations

I have been a member of the Eastern Star organization for 20+years. ZETA PHI Beta Medical sorority,

Certification

Early Childhood education. Medical Technology organization (AMT)

I would be blessed totally with starting out with a salary of $45,000-50, 000.

I Pray that I am chosen for this job. My personality and appearance truly don't match my age by a long run

Timeline

DME & SLEEP MANAGER - OSA/STAT SLEEP SERVICES
06.2014 - Current
Respiratory Therapist Assistant - SPC HOME Medical/IVEDCO
03.2010 - 04.2014
DME and Respiratory Manager - OSA/STAT SLEEP SERVICES
08.2004 - 03.2009
Medical Technician - VA Medical Center
07.1988 - 03.2004
Southeastern Oklahoma State University - Bachelor of Arts, Elementary And Middle School Education
Wayne State University - Bachelor of Science, Medical Laboratory Technology

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