Rouf Sheikh
Plasma center technician / Assistant Trainer
Pittsburgh,PA
Summary
Plasma center technician well versed in capillary puncture and special collection procedures. Detail-oriented and committed to maintaining highest quality control and patient care standards. Adept in variety of software applications for EMR maintenance. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure this position. Ready to help team achieve company goals. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Plasma Center Technician
Biolife Plasma Services
Pittsburgh , PA
04.2022 - Current
- Obtained blood specimens by performing finger sticks.
- Protected patients by following infection control, sharps disposal and biohazardous waste disposal procedures.
- Spoke with donors to gather information for donations, reduce fear or anxiety and optimize cooperation.
- Assisted with office procedures by monitoring patient flow, performing telephone screening and maintaining sample drug lists.
- Determined donor eligibility by conducting screenings, interviewing prospective donors, and obtaining medical histories.
- Quickly learned new skills and applied them to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
- Carried out day-day-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Performed duties in accordance with applicable standards, policies and regulatory guidelines to promote safe working environment.
- Maintained energy and enthusiasm in fast-paced environment.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and fast-paced atmosphere.
Life Skills Coach
RHD
Pittsburgh , PA
01.2020 - 01.2021
- Administered medications and helped clients set reminders to learn how to take important medications according to schedule.
- Educated clients about important nutritional habits and how to plan healthy meals.
- Maintained detailed, confidential client files.
- Coached clients through difficult life circumstances.
- Helped to integrate clients in local community by teaching important social and work-related skills.
- Modeled positive behavior skills as well as good problem-solving and relationship-building abilities to improve clients' social integration.
- Helped clients to identify challenges and set goals.
- Intervened in crisis situations to provide counseling and support.
Resident Advisor
TCV Community Services
Pittsburgh , PA
08.2016 - 01.2020
- Unpacked, sorted, counted and labeled all incoming medications to keep optimum inventory levels.
- Reviewed patient progress to document effects of any prescribed medication.
- Interacted with patients and monitored vital signs during time of admission to report details to registered nurse.
- Administered psychotropic medications and anxiety education to patients to provide mental health care.
- Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
- Medication Administration and MAR creation.
High School Science Teacher
Guideline International School
Srinagar , J&K
03.2010 - 10.2014
- Inspired academic success based on belief that all students can achieve excellence, regardless of background.
- Administered standardized tests in accordance with testing programs.
- Taught science courses using lab-based learning model to deepen subject mastery.
- Developed and administered detailed science curriculum to over eighty high school students.
- Communicated with students and parents regarding academic progress, assignments and behavior.
- Kept classroom environments consistent and focused on learning by establishing and enforcing clear objectives.
- Coordinated and collaborated with other faculty members during lesson plan development.
- Taught subject matter based on information compiled from textbooks, online sites and other educational materials.
- Offered clear and constructive student discipline, discouraging inappropriate behavior and bullying.
- Assessed student comprehension through regular quizzes, tests and assignments.
- Understood critical development years for adolescent minds and structured lessons to meet cognitive abilities.
Community Liaison
Say No To Drugs
New Delhi , New Delhi
02.2008 - 12.2011
- Communicated with community members to assess concerns or current issues and identify corrective measures.
- Fielded phone calls and pleasantly greeted office visitors, answering questions and inquiries regarding community resources and services.
- Distributed monthly community newsletters to convey important news and events to local families and leaders.
- Developed long-lasting partnerships with local leaders, management team and peers with active engagement, exemplary communication and consistent issue resolution.
- Targeted specific community groups with wellness and disease management information.
- Taught appropriate parenting behaviors to individuals or families.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Chemistry
University of Kashmir
Srinagar J&K, India03.2003
High School Diploma -
Board of School Education
Srinagar 03.1996
Skills
- Donor Intakes
- Sharps Collection
- Blood Pressure Measurement
- Donor Satisfaction
- Vital Signs Measurement
- Temperature Measurement
- Medical Screening
- Machine Calibration
- Corrective Actions
- Plasma Donation
- Logical Thinking
- Finger Stick Method
- Medical History Taking
- Donor Suitability Determination
- Goal Minded
- Process Monitoring
- Administrative Support
- Data Security
Timeline
Plasma Center Technician
Biolife Plasma Services
04.2022 - Current
Life Skills Coach
RHD
01.2020 - 01.2021
Resident Advisor
TCV Community Services
08.2016 - 01.2020
High School Science Teacher
Guideline International School
03.2010 - 10.2014
Community Liaison
Say No To Drugs
02.2008 - 12.2011
Bachelor of Science - Chemistry
University of Kashmir
High School Diploma -
Board of School Education
Reading, Watching Documentaries, Traveling, Music & Photography.
I am a proficient reader who loves to watch documentaries, listen to music and try different cuisine. I love to travel, been to many overseas destinations.
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