MARIA MARTINEZ
Bakersfield,CA
Summary
Healthcare professional with comprehensive background in providing compassionate patient care and support. Known for reliability and adaptability in dynamic healthcare environments. Brings strong skills in patient monitoring, basic medical procedures, and effective communication, ensuring seamless team collaboration and optimal patient outcomes.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Endoscopy Technician
Dignity Health Mercy Hospitals
11.2018 - 06.2019
- Set up endoscopy suites with equipment and supplies needed for procedures.
- Prepared patients for procedures by measuring vital statistics and applying necessary monitoring equipment.
- Assisted in the collection of diagnostic specimens during endoscopic procedures, ensuring proper labeling and handling for accurate laboratory analysis.
- Streamlined workflow within the endoscopy unit by effectively coordinating room schedules and ensuring prompt turnaround times between procedures.
- Verified proper stocking and readiness of day surgery and operating rooms by ordering equipment and supplies for upcoming procedures.
- Ensured functionality and readiness of endoscopy equipment, minimizing downtime and delays.
- Adhered to safety procedures during cleaning, disinfecting and sterilizing endoscopes and related equipment.
Endoscopy Technician
Premier Surgery Center
03.2014 - 02.2018
- Assisted physicians with upper and lower GI endoscopy procedures
- Prepared treatment rooms according to endoscopic procedure requirements
- Obtained specimens from patients using forceps and snares with proper labeling
- Assisted in transferring patients
- Cleaned, disinfected, and calibrated scopes or other endoscopic instruments according to manufacturer recommendations and facility standards
- Maintained inventories of endoscopic equipment and supplies
- Maintained logs for daily monitoring of strips and solution changes
- Demonstrated ability to manage multiple tasks while remaining adaptable and flexible
- Maintained a clean, safe and organized working environment
Certified Nursing Assistant
Kern Medical Center
04.2005 - 09.2010
- Measured patient vital signs, recording body temperature, blood pressure, and heart rate
- Promoted direct care to patients, assisting with bathing, feeding, and grooming tasks
- Assisted patients with activities of daily living including ambulating and transferring using assistive devices in accordance with established care plans
- Completed daily documentation and charts regarding patient care and input reports into practice databases
- Insured comfort, dignity and privacy to patients
Education
Associate of Science - Vocational Nursing
Bakersfield College
Bakersfield, CA12-2024
Associate of Science - Surgical Technology
San Joaquin Valley College
Bakersfield, CA11.2012
Associate of Science - Biology Human Emphasis
Bakersfield College
Bakersfield, CA05.2008
Skills
- Strong work ethic
- Organization and prioritization
- Efficient and reliable team player
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Eagerness and willingness to learn
- Patient Data Identification
- Patient Care
- Basic Life Support certified by AHA
Certification
- Certification in the National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA)
- Certified Nursing Assistant
- CPR certification from the American Heart Association
References
References available upon request
Timeline
Endoscopy Technician
Dignity Health Mercy Hospitals
11.2018 - 06.2019
Endoscopy Technician
Premier Surgery Center
03.2014 - 02.2018
Certified Nursing Assistant
Kern Medical Center
04.2005 - 09.2010
Associate of Science - Surgical Technology
San Joaquin Valley College
Associate of Science - Biology Human Emphasis
Bakersfield College
Associate of Science - Vocational Nursing
Bakersfield College
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