Nicholas Branda
SAN ANTONIO,TX
Summary
Diligent Medical Technician for the United States Air Force with 10 years of experience in administering patient care to 25 patients daily suffering from various illnesses and injuries. Incredibly skilled in collecting specimen samples and packing and shipping specimens. Talented at measuring vital signs such as pulse rates, blood pressure, body temperature and weight and height. Excellent medical documentation abilities. Excellent military bearing, leadership, and communication.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Medical Biller
Providers Choice Scribe Services
San Antonio, TX
05.2025 - Current
- Submitted electronic claims to various insurance carriers.
- Maintained accurate records of all billing activity in accordance with departmental standards.
- Maintained accurate patient data in electronic health records system.
- Verified medical codes for diagnosis, treatments, procedures and supplies using ICD-10 coding system.
- Performed daily reconciliation of accounts receivable with payment postings on the computer system.
- Performed follow up activities on unpaid claims with insurance companies or other third party payers by phone or written correspondence.
- Answered incoming calls regarding billing inquiries from patients and and or providers in a professional manner.
- Completed and submitted appeals for denied claims.
Urinalysis Observer
Appddiction Studio
San Antonio, TX
12.2023 - Current
- Observe the urinalysis process while maintaining patient HIPAA rights.
- Properly sealed specimen.
- Maintain proper paperwork for each patient.
- Labeled specimen properly.
- Adhere to proper protocols.
Medical Technician
United States Air Force, USAF
San Antonio, TX
09.2013 - 08.2023
- Performed urinalysis tests on patient samples for diagnosis and treatment of illnesses.
- Monitored vital signs including temperature, pulse, respiration rate and blood pressure.
- Assisted physicians with medical procedures, such as injections and biopsies.
- Conducted laboratory tests such as hematology, chemistry and microbiology.
- Collected and processed specimens from patients for laboratory analysis.
- Prepared culture media to grow microorganisms in the lab for testing purposes.
- Maintained lab equipment by calibrating, cleaning and performing routine maintenance checks.
- Labeled specimens accurately according to established protocols.
- Recorded all test results in patient files according to hospital policies and procedures.
- Administered medications under physician direction following standard operating procedures.
- Assisted in the preparation of sterile instruments prior to surgery or other medical procedures.
- Guided students and newer laboratory personnel in proper practices and regulatory guidelines.
- Processed orders for lab testing and liaised with physicians to review results.
- Performed urinalysis, hematology, chemistry and other testing procedures.
- Managed inventory purchasing, organization and tracking.
- Provided medical technology information by answering questions and requests.
- Collected specimens for lab testing, practicing aseptic technique to reduce risk of infection.
- Adhered to all safety and infection control precautions and regulations.
- Reported safety hazards to supervisors, removing risk and promoting workplace safety.
- Monitored medical supply inventory to ensure consistent availability of critical items.
- Supported healthcare teams in consistently delivering timely and quality care according to company standards.
- Observed and recorded vital signs and reported changes to physicians or nurses.
- Participated in continuing education courses related to medical technology advances.
- Provided excellent patient support and care to patients and families.
- Documented and updated patient data on electronic medical charts, maintaining accuracy and confidentiality.
- Developed new methods for collecting data or improving existing processes within the lab facility.
- Implemented safety measures within the clinical environment per OSHA standards.
- Ensured that all laboratory documentation was accurate and up-to-date at all times.
- Responded promptly to inquiries from staff members regarding laboratory services.
- Provided technical assistance when needed during diagnostic tests or treatments.
- Performed quality control checks on equipment used in the laboratory setting.
- Ordered supplies necessary for laboratory operations from approved vendors or suppliers.
- Provided instruction to patients regarding proper specimen collection techniques.
Education
High School Diploma -
Sullivan West High School At Lake Huntington
Lake Huntington, NY06.2010
Skills
- Excellent listener and communicator
- A team player and liaison
- Written EPRs (Enlisted Performance Report) for assigned airmen
- Volunteered for event at Alamo Dome where I searched people bags at security checkpoints
- Volunteered at animal shelter
- Equipment Maintenance Procedures
- Patient Care Documentation
- Patient Interaction
- Documentation Management
- Patient Monitoring
- Specimen Collection
- HIPAA Regulations
- Care Plan Development
- Patient Rapport
- Staff Management
- Supply Coordination
- OSHA Compliance
- Sanitation Procedures
- Lab Testing and Analysis
- Patient Stabilization
- Reports Preparation and Creation
- Laboratory testing
Certification
- Completed EMT course and National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians during Air Force Tech School.
- Maintained all require in services for EMT liscense and BLS.
Accomplishments
- Won Airman of the Quarter 1 Oct - 31 Dec 2019.
- Won DAISY Award for Extraordinary Nurses in 2014
- Awarded the Air Force Achievement Medal 12 May 2014 to 11 May 2017.
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Medical Biller
Providers Choice Scribe Services
05.2025 - Current
Urinalysis Observer
Appddiction Studio
12.2023 - Current
Medical Technician
United States Air Force, USAF
09.2013 - 08.2023
High School Diploma -
Sullivan West High School At Lake Huntington
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