Roxanne Csonka
Mckees Rocks,United States
Summary
Knowledgeable Anesthesia Technician bringing demonstrated skills in organizing supplies, setting up equipment and assisting anesthesiologists. Hardworking, reliable and detail-oriented in completing high-quality work in full compliance with facility and regulatory standards. Proficient in aseptic techniques and patient monitoring.
Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong worth ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Hardworking employee with customer service, multitasking and time management abilities. Devoted to giving every customer a positive and memorable experience.
Committed job seeker with a history of meeting company needs with consistent and organized practices. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance the organizational brand.
Organized and motivated employee eager to apply time management and organizational skills in various environments. Seeking entry-level opportunities to expand skills while facilitating company growth.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Anesthesia Technician
Heritage valley health system kennedy
McKees Rocks, PA
05.2023 - Current
- Maintained clean and sterile fields in operating rooms when assisting anesthesiologists.
- Cleaned and restocked carts in operating rooms for general surgery and labor and delivery.
- Coordinated and set up supplies and equipment for planned procedures.
- Took appropriate action for malfunctioning equipment and utilized bio-technicians if unable to troubleshoot problem.
- Kept work areas and equipment clean and sanitized for optimal protection.
- Changed breathing tubing and suction canisters between cases.
- Researched and implemented fully compliant practices in line with accrediting organizations and government requirements.
Unit Clerk
Heritage valley kennedy
McKees Rocks, PA
07.2015 - 05.2023
- Answered telephone calls, responded to requests for information and routed callers to correct personnel or departments.
- Assisted nursing and medical staff in clerical duties to support patient care.
- Answered phones to transfer calls or relay messages to patients or staff.
- Prepared charts for outpatient and inpatient services.
- Demonstrated knowledge in medical terminology to accurately transcribe physician orders.
- Recorded patient data in permanent records while maintaining HIPAA compliance and internal standards to protect individual medical information.
- Screened calls and collected messages for unit personnel to promote team efficiency.
- Requested or communicated patient information, exercising hospital privacy policies.
- Participated with health care team to deliver quality and customer-focused health care to patients.
- Organized ordered medical tests, sample collection and patient transportation.
- Coordinated internal and external patient transportation.
- Coordinated supply replenishment to meet expected unit demands.
- Conveyed special dietary restrictions and requirements to food preparation team and verified compliance of delivered food items.
- Answered telephones and directed calls to appropriate medical or adminstrative staff.
- Transmitted medical records and other correspondence by mail, e-mail, or fax.
- Adhered to HIPAA requirements to safeguard patient confidentiality.
- Communicated with patients with compassion while keeping medical information private.
- Collaborated with multi-disciplinary staff to improve overall patient care and response times.
- Greeted patients, determined purpose of visit and directed to appropriate staff.
- Prepared reports, invoices, letters, or medical records using word processing, spreadsheet, or other software applications.
Patient Care Assistant
Heritage valley kennedy
McKees Rocks, PA
01.2013 - 07.2015
- Promoted patient satisfaction by assisting with bathing, dressing and exercising.
- Promoted patient comfort by quickly responding to calls and handling diverse needs.
- Assisted patients with shaving, bathing and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
- Documented patient intake and dietary requirements and aided with feeding and monitoring.
- Responded to bell or light signal calls to assist patients with needs.
- Performed minor housekeeping tasks to keep patient areas clean and sanitized.
- Engaged with patient family and friends to provide courteous visit experience.
- Used hospital-approved devices and techniques to transport and lift patients.
- Obtained patient vital signs and reported results to staff nurse or physician to identify changes from prior measurements.
- Used mobility devices to transport patients.
- Documented information in patient charts and communicated status updates to interdisciplinary care team.
- Looked for physical, emotional and symptomatic changes in patient condition and obtained necessary care for medical concerns.
- Recorded patient conditions and vital signs before and after medical operations.
- Communicated changes in patient conditions and other unit concerns to multidisciplinary team.
- Obtained vital signs and collected biological samples to assist with diagnostic testing and ongoing assessments.
- Collected and labeled specimens to prepare for delivery to laboratory.
- Interviewed patients to obtain medical information, weight and height measurements and vital signs to aid physicians with patient care planning.
- Provided care, comfort and emotional support to children and adolescents facing serious illnesses and medical procedures.
- Supported unit efficiency by maintaining current and accurate clerical paperwork.
- Played games with patients to boost mood, improve memory and provide light entertainment.
- Optimized patient satisfaction, assisting senior leadership with medical procedures while explaining exams and processes.
Patient Care Assistant
Felician Sisters Of North America
Coraopolis, PA
07.2003 - 01.2013
- Promoted patient satisfaction by assisting with bathing, dressing and exercising.
- Promoted patient comfort by quickly responding to calls and handling diverse needs.
- Assisted patients with shaving, bathing and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
- Documented patient intake and dietary requirements and aided with feeding and monitoring.
- Responded to bell or light signal calls to assist patients with needs.
- Performed minor housekeeping tasks to keep patient areas clean and sanitized.
- Used hospital-approved devices and techniques to transport and lift patients.
- Obtained patient vital signs and reported results to staff nurse or physician to identify changes from prior measurements.
- Used mobility devices to transport patients.
- Ambulated patients with appropriate assistive devices and in line with proper body mechanics.
- Looked for physical, emotional and symptomatic changes in patient condition and obtained necessary care for medical concerns.
- Communicated changes in patient conditions and other unit concerns to multidisciplinary team.
- Provided care, comfort and emotional support to children and adolescents facing serious illnesses and medical procedures.
- Supported unit efficiency by maintaining current and accurate clerical paperwork.
- Played games with patients to boost mood, improve memory and provide light entertainment.
- Implemented creative activities to emotionally support patients throughout medical treatment.
- Organized games and other activities to engage clients and offer mental stimulation.
- Examined and treated patient lacerations, contusions and physical symptoms and referred patients to other medical professionals.
- Used play, conversation, art and other forms of self-expression to prepare patients for everything from routine tests to complicated surgeries.
Education
Diploma in Medical Assistant - Medical Assisting
Duffs Business Institute
Pittsburgh, PA05.2003
High School Diploma -
Sto-Rox High School
Mckees Rocks, PA06.2000
Diploma in Health Assistant - Health Assistant
Parkway West Oakdale Pa
Oakdale06.2000
Skills
- Anesthesia Services
- Patient Treatment Planning
- Surgical Supplies and Equipment
- Staff Scheduling
- Physician Support
- Team Building
- PPE Use
- Data Management
- Basic Math
- Computer Skills
- Active Listening
- Problem Resolution
- Reliable & Trustworthy
- People Skills
- Microsoft Office
- Friendly, Positive Attitude
- First Aid/CPR
- Relationship Building
- Good Work Ethic
- Customer Service
- Organizational Skills
- Planning & Organizing
- Critical Thinking
Timeline
Anesthesia Technician
Heritage valley health system kennedy
05.2023 - Current
Unit Clerk
Heritage valley kennedy
07.2015 - 05.2023
Patient Care Assistant
Heritage valley kennedy
01.2013 - 07.2015
Patient Care Assistant
Felician Sisters Of North America
07.2003 - 01.2013
Diploma in Medical Assistant - Medical Assisting
Duffs Business Institute
High School Diploma -
Sto-Rox High School
Diploma in Health Assistant - Health Assistant
Parkway West Oakdale Pa