Michelle Wooten
Locust Grove,GA
Summary
Dynamic Emergency Department Technician offering 20-year background. Highly skilled in assisting physicians and nurses with wide range of bedside procedures, cleaning and restocking treatment areas and maintaining highest standards of safety.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Emergency Room Technician
Piedmont Henry Hospital
10.2009 - Current
- Received direction and assignments from physicians and nurses, providing efficient technical support to optimize patient care.
- Carried out phlebotomy procedures and watched for adverse reactions.
- Collected basic samples, labeled specimens properly, and transferred to laboratory for testing.
- Measured and fit crutches and canes, instructing patients on proper use of support devices.
- Assisted with resuscitation, CPR, and emergency airway procedures.
- Worked with nurses to assess patients and prepare for tests and procedures.
- Assisted in obtaining and documenting vital signs and placement of oxygen saturation, cardiac monitoring, and non-invasive blood pressure monitoring systems.
- Safely transported patients by wheelchair, stretcher, or bed to other units.
- Inserted peripheral IVs and administered non-medication IV fluids.
- Provided exceptional service by maintaining a professional demeanor and exercising excellent interpersonal skills when interacting with patients, families, and colleagues alike.
- Contributed to the overall success of the emergency department by actively participating in team meetings, sharing insights, and suggesting improvements for optimal patient care outcomes.
ER Unit Secretary
Piedmont Henry Hospital
10.2009 - Current
- Increased ER efficiency with prompt communication between medical professionals regarding patient updates.
- Supported clinical staff by scheduling diagnostic tests, specialist consultations, and follow-up appointments in a timely manner.
- Participated in training new employees on unit policies, procedures, software applications, and best practices for an efficient workplace transition process within the emergency room setting.
- Helped maintain Emergency Department''s accreditation status through strict adherence to regulatory guidelines and documentation requirements.
- Collaborated with other departments for seamless interdepartmental communication regarding patient care plans.
- Ensured HIPAA compliance while handling sensitive patient information with utmost confidentiality and discretion.
- Facilitated timely admissions, discharges, and transfers of patients to improve overall ER operations.
- Managed multiple responsibilities simultaneously while maintaining keen attention to detail in a fast-paced emergency room setting.
- Proactively identified areas for improvement in registration processes by regularly reviewing existing protocols, suggesting modifications as needed.
- Answered phone calls and messages for [Number]-physician [Type] medical facility, scheduling appointments, and handling patient inquiries.
- Answered telephone calls to offer office information, answer questions, and direct calls to staff.
- Performed various administrative tasks by filing, copying and faxing documents.
Education
Associate of Science - Health Administration Services
Colorado Technical University
Colorado Springs, CO04.2022
Skills
- Patient Registration
- Patient Transport
- Aseptic Techniques
- Basic Patient Care
- Phlebotomy Procedures
- Medical Terminology
- Orthopedic Splint Application
- Measuring and Monitoring Vitals
- CPR
- Information Documentation
- CPR Certification
Timeline
Emergency Room Technician
Piedmont Henry Hospital
10.2009 - Current
ER Unit Secretary
Piedmont Henry Hospital
10.2009 - Current
Associate of Science - Health Administration Services
Colorado Technical University
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