Raquel Ruff
Columbia,SC
Summary
Dedicated and reliable Patient Support Technician. Successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on duties as a Certified Medical Assistant.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Cardiac Monitor Technician
Prisma Health Richland
01.2017 - Current
- Monitored patients' heart rhythms and functions through cardiac monitoring strips.
- Trained and supervised new cardiac monitor technicians on best practices and safety measures.
- Identified and documented data trends of pacers and AICDs, analyzing results and reporting issues.
- Identify and report abnormal rhythms immediately.
- Triages incoming phone calls and provide appropriate information.
Patient Support Technician
Palmetto Health Alliance
01.1998 - 01.2017
- Furthered skills by actively taking part in employee training and taking classes to improve skills.
- Wiped down equipment with proper cleaning products after each patient transport to reduce instances of infection.
- Collaborated with other medical staff to achieve high level of patient safety and care.
- Collected laboratory specimens, dropped off at laboratories and picked up test results.
- Supported medical staff during patient examinations in accordance with company policy.
- Helped patients complete activities of daily living.
- Checked patient vital signs, weight and pain levels for documentation purposes.
- Aided patients with wound and pressure sore care, alleviating pain and stress.
- Checked patient rooms for adequate linens and supplies and restocked as necessary.
Education
High School Diploma -
Columbia High School
Columbia, SCNo Degree - Clinical Medical Assistant
National Healthcare Association
04.2023
No Degree - EMT
Midlands Technical College
West Columbia, SC2023
No Degree - Patient Support Technician
Midlands Technical College
West Columbia, SC2020
Skills
- Patient Health Information Access
- Medication Side Effect Knowledge
- Blood Pressure Measurement
- Clerical Support
- Rhythm Documentation
- Lab Draws/Phlebotomist
- Height and Weight Measurements
Certification
Clinical Certified Medical Assistant
EkG Certification
Cardiac Monitor Certification
EMT Certification
Phelbotomy Certificate
CNA Certificate
Timeline
Cardiac Monitor Technician
Prisma Health Richland
01.2017 - Current
Patient Support Technician
Palmetto Health Alliance
01.1998 - 01.2017
High School Diploma -
Columbia High School
No Degree - Clinical Medical Assistant
National Healthcare Association
No Degree - EMT
Midlands Technical College
No Degree - Patient Support Technician
Midlands Technical College