Michael Turner
Ashley,MI
Summary
Collaborative leader with dedication to partnering with coworkers to promote engaged, empowering work culture. Documented strengths in building and maintaining relationships with diverse range of stakeholders in dynamic, fast-paced settings.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
Work History
Donor Recruit Manager
American Red Cross
10.2020 - Current
- Contact businesses, schools and organizations to host blood drives
- Schedule blood drives
- Communicate with sponsors to ensure enough volunteers
- Help set up and break down the drives
- Managed and motivated employees to be productive and engaged in work
- Accomplished multiple tasks within the established timeframes
- Resolved and conflicts with donors or staff
- Maintained professional, organized, and safe environment
- Developed and maintained relationships with the sponsors of the blood drives
Firefighter
Ashley Fire Department
04.2004 - Current
- Responded to emergency medical calls to perform lifesaving procedures and other emergency medical services.
- Drove and operated structural pumpers, tankers, ladders, and service vehicles to aid in rescue operations.
- Operated fire hoses, hydrants and extinguishers to eliminate fire and prevent from spreading.
- Collaborated with other emergency responders on scene to establish adequate fire suppression.
- Documented emergency calls and equipment maintenance to enable tracking history and maintain accurate records.
- Participated in physical fitness and training programs to maintain preparedness and stamina for fire rescues.
- Participated in community outreach programs to raise awareness of fire prevention and safety measures.
- Educated public and community members on fire safety and prevention methods to provide life-saving techniques.
- Oversaw equipment and vehicle upkeep to maintain emergency readiness.
- Evaluated situation at emergency sites to determine and execute most effective methods for saving life and property.
- Initiated first aid measures to alleviate further injury and prepared victims for transport to medical facilities.
- Held positions as First Lieutenant, Asst. Chief, and Chief
Blood Collection Specialist
American Red Cross
08.2009 - 10.2020
- Labeled transfer tubes and followed exact directions for handling and storing specimens for transport.
- Established and maintained positive working relationships with patients, staff and clinical personnel to build trust and camaraderie.
- Completed proper sanitation and cleaning of equipment and work areas between patients.
- Used personal protective equipment correctly to protect coworkers and patients.
- Stocked phlebotomy cart or carrier with appropriate supplies.
- Addressed questions and concerns to educate patients on collection process and procedures.
- Tracked collected specimens by initialing, dating, and noting times of collection.
- Packaged and shipped specimens to central lab daily.
- Monitored patients for reactions and verified sample quality.
- Participated in continuing education programs to stay up to date on new technologies and procedures.
- Drew blood from veins by vacuum tube, syringe, or butterfly venipuncture methods.
- Verified patients' identification for proper sample collection.
- Collected blood samples in accordance with laboratory protocols and regulations.
- Adhered to HIPAA standards and maintained patient confidentiality in all interactions.
- Protected patients by following infection control, sharps disposal, and biohazardous waste disposal procedures.
- Followed established safety protocols and standards to minimize risk of infection and injury.
Medical Assistant
Mid-Michigan Dermatology
02.2009 - 08.2009
- Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
- Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions, and prepared for physician examinations.
- Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms, and allergies.
- Performed medical records management, including filing, organizing and scanning documents.
- Collected and documented patient medical information such as blood pressure and weight.
- Scheduled appointments and registered patients
- Assisted physicians with minor surgeries, including preparing operating room and sterilizing instruments.
Press Operator
Federal-Mogul
10.1994 - 12.2006
- Followed safety protocols to reduce operating risks on press machinery.
- Multi-tasked to keep all assigned projects running effectively and efficiently.
- Loaded and positioned raw materials in loading and feeding mechanisms.
- Promptly removed completed loads from press.
- Reviewed completed orders for quality and accuracy.
- Operated press to achieve highest print quality and productivity with minimal scrap.
- Used gauges, calipers, and other devices to take measurements and identify problems.
- Upheld housekeeping standards by keeping space clean and free of hazards.
- Kept equipment clean, repaired, and lubricated to maximize performance.
- Performed regular maintenance on press machinery to optimize performance.
- Assembled and adjusted press parts to print products in accordance with customer specifications.
- Followed company policies and OSHA requirements to maintain work safety.
- Troubleshot and resolved various issues with machinery, maintaining quality and performance.
- First-Aid attendant
- Licensed fork truck driver
- Trained in QS-9001, ISO-14001, and ISO/TS 16949
Education
EMS
Mid-Michigan Community College
Emergency Medical TechnicianNo Degree - Medical Assistant
Ross Medical Education Center
Lansing, MI09.2008
Skills
- Contract Management
- Policy Implementation
- Marketing
- Expense Tracking
- Workforce Management
- Strategic Planning
- Verbal and Written Communication
Timeline
Donor Recruit Manager
American Red Cross
10.2020 - Current
Blood Collection Specialist
American Red Cross
08.2009 - 10.2020
Medical Assistant
Mid-Michigan Dermatology
02.2009 - 08.2009
Firefighter
Ashley Fire Department
04.2004 - Current
Press Operator
Federal-Mogul
10.1994 - 12.2006
EMS
Mid-Michigan Community College
No Degree - Medical Assistant
Ross Medical Education Center
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