Meticulous surgical team member skilled at coordinating supplies and instruments to prepare for procedures and assist staff. Maintain aseptic fields and unobstructed views to help surgeries succeed. Efficiently prioritizes tasks and communicates with surgical staff.
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Nwedobong Okon
Notary Public
Gaithersburg,MD
Summary
Overview
9
years of professional experience
1
Certification
Work History
Bireference LaboratoriesAshburn, VA
Phlebotomist
09.2021 - Current
Job overview
- Conducted venipuncture and other CT procedures.
- Centrifuged blood samples as outlined in clinical protocols.
- Followed physician orders to correctly administer therapeutic phlebotomy.
- Labeled transfer tubes and followed exact directions for handling and storing specimens for transport.
- Used personal protective equipment correctly to protect coworkers and patients.
- Tracked collected specimens by initialing, dating and noting times of collection.
- Promoted mission, vision and values of organization and trained new clinical staff in phlebotomy procedures.
- Packaged and shipped specimens to central lab daily.
- Stocked phlebotomy cart or carrier with appropriate supplies.
- Drew blood from veins by vacuum tube, syringe or butterfly venipuncture methods.
- Assembled tourniquets, needles and blood collection devices to prepare work trays.
Medstar Medical GroupWashington, D.C.
Medical Assistant
05.2019 - 10.2020
Job overview
- Assisted with routine checks and diagnostic testing by collecting and processing specimens.
- Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions and prepared for physician examinations.
- Documented vital signs and health history for patients in clinic and hospital environments.
- Promoted office efficiency, coordinating charts, completing insurance forms and helping patients with diverse needs.
- Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms and allergies.
- Supported duties for diagnostic and technical treatment procedures, such as setting up and operating special medical equipment and apparatus.
- Taught patients about medications, procedures and care plan instructions.
- Sanitized, restocked and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
- Called and faxed pharmacies to submit prescriptions and refills.
- Collaborated with medical and administrative personnel to maintain patient-focused, engaging and compassionate environment.
- Prepared patients for X-rays, electrocardiograms, suture removal and dressing changes.
- Obtained all prescribed laboratory testing.
Grassroots Campaigns IncWashington , D.C.
Campaign Canvasser
09.2018 - 12.2018
Job overview
- Increased team efficiency by communicating frequently with coworkers about traffic and weather conditions.
- Enrolled over 27 new members in programs over a period of two months.
- Planned routes and door-to-door scripts effectively to meet fundraising goals.
- Exceeded signature targets by 10% through effective public education and persuasion.
- Delivered information from script regarding surveys for on-demand phone project assignment.
The Nigerian Police ForcePort Harcourt, Rivers
Medical Officer
09.2015 - 09.2016
Job overview
- Implemented therapeutic regiments involving medications and other interventions to mitigate symptoms and prevent reoccurrence.
- Volunteered 20 hours per month at community health clinic to provide high quality care for low-income and indigent patients.
- Recorded patients' health histories and provided over 28 consultations weekly.
- Admitted and treated patients as part of hospital's 24-hour on-call services.
- Supervised the Youth Contraception Initiative and other resident education programs to facilitate quality patient care and improved treatment.
- Ordered and executed various tests, analyses and diagnostic images to provide information on patient condition.
- Determined appropriate treatments to achieve balance in body.
- Practiced medicine in a primary health care facility, providing diagnosis and treatment for patients.
- Reviewed medical testing requests to determine validity of diagnostic testing requests.
University O Abuja Teaching HospitalAbuja, Federal Capital Territory
Medical Doctor
04.2014 - 04.2015
Job overview
- Interviewed patients concerning physical complaints, discussed symptoms, asked questions and suggested treatment options.
- Implemented therapeutic regiments involving medications and other interventions to mitigate symptoms and prevent reoccurrence.
- Reviewed patient allergies, problems, medications and immunization statuses.
- Admitted and treated patients as part of hospital's 24-hour on-call services.
- Conducted physical assessments of relevant body areas and performed standardized tests to check responses.
- Diagnosed and treated patients suffering from chronic conditions.
- Teamed with other physicians, specialists and health care providers to provide well-rounded care for complex cases.
Education
University of Uyo College of Health SciencesNigeria
Associate of Science from Medicine & Surgery
05.2012
University Overview
Cornelia Cornelly CollegeNigeria
GED
09.2001
University Overview
Skills
- Patient confidentiality
- Measuring Vital Statistics
- Infection Control and Aseptic Procedures
- Surgical Team Assistance
- Passing Surgical Instruments
- Pre- And Post-Surgical Counts
- Pre-Surgical Preparation
- Technical Support
- Suturing
- Efficiency Improvement
- Hygiene Practices
- Foley Catheter Insertion and Removal
- Suture Removal
Certification
-ACLS/BLS certified
-PALS certified
-ABSA Certified
Timeline
Phlebotomist
Bireference Laboratories
09.2021 - Current
Medical Assistant
Medstar Medical Group
05.2019 - 10.2020
Campaign Canvasser
Grassroots Campaigns Inc
09.2018 - 12.2018
Medical Officer
The Nigerian Police Force
09.2015 - 09.2016
Medical Doctor
University O Abuja Teaching Hospital
04.2014 - 04.2015
University of Uyo College of Health Sciences
Associate of Science from Medicine & Surgery
Cornelia Cornelly College
GED
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