Roy Castillo
Weslaco,TX
Summary
Experienced Dialysis Technician with 9 years of experience providing outstanding care to patients in various stages of renal failure. Accomplished in building rapport with patients and explaining procedures to ease anxiety. Offering expert knowledge of hemodialysis treatment, unit operations and regulatory guidelines.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Hemodialysis Technician
U.S. Renal Care
08.2022 - Current
- Performed dialysis access site cannulation and initiated dialysis treatment.
- Participated in technical and clinical competency reviews to maintain dialysis treatment skill level.
- Completed dialysis machine and equipment setup prior to patient treatment and performed safety tests to verify readiness.
- Measured and recorded patients' pre-dialysis and post-dialysis vital statistics.
- Monitored patient's vital signs and adjusted dialysis treatment parameters.
- Followed prescribed infection control protocols and wore personal protective equipment to minimize contamination risk.
- Reinforced patient and caregiver education to enhance understanding of disease and prescribed treatment protocols.
- Set up and operated dialysis machines for patients receiving treatment for kidney failure.
- Started and ended reverse osmosis water systems and completed water quality monitoring tests.
- Inventoried, ordered and restocked equipment and supplies needed for hemodialysis treatment.
- Explained dialysis procedures and hemodialysis machine operation to patients prior to treatment to ease anxieties.
Truck Driver
Spirit Truck Lines
05.2022 - 08.2022
- Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
- Demonstrated safe driving by following regulations and safety procedures, resulting in zero accidents.
- Maintained daily, legible DOT log book and submitted corresponding documents.
- Utilized GPS and other navigation tools to plan routes and stay on schedule.
- Maximized load safety by balancing, securing, and weighing products.
- Clearly communicated with dispatchers to give updated information on estimated times of arrival and latest road conditions.
- Minimized delays by planning and adjusting routes to account for changing weather and traffic conditions.
Hemodialysis Technician
DaVita
06.2018 - 05.2022
- Completed dialysis machine and equipment setup prior to patient treatment and performed safety tests to verify readiness.
- Disinfected dialysis station, equipment and chairs after completion of each patient treatment.
- Set up and operated dialysis machines for patients receiving treatment for kidney failure.
- Provided in-patient care for multiple dialysis patients simultaneously focusing on providing clean, safe, and comfortable treatment environment.
- Monitored each patient closely during treatment to check for any adverse reactions or change in condition and reported emergencies to attending nurses.
Hemodialysis Technician
U.S. Renal Care
10.2014 - 01.2019
- Cleaned and disinfected hemodialysis machines, chairs, trays, room and equipment.
- Safely transported, transferred and positioned patients on chairs for treatment.
- Monitored patient's vital signs and adjusted dialysis treatment parameters.
- Performed dialysis access site cannulation and initiated dialysis treatment.
Transportation Driver
Lifeline EMS
08.2013 - 10.2013
- Communicated with passengers to provide information and assistance for excellent customer service and positive experiences.
- Communicated with dispatchers and other personnel to coordinate transportation schedules.
- Cleaned and maintained vehicle and assessed vehicle for damage after each shift.
- Followed all relevant traffic laws and safety regulations.
- Delivered passengers to destinations safely and on time.
- Assisted elderly and disabled passengers entering and exiting shuttle.
Education
Emergency Medical Technician Certificate - Emergency Medical Technician
South Texas College
Mcallen, TX05.2014
High School Diploma -
Weslaco High School
Weslaco, TX05.2011
Skills
- Reading Comprehension
- Records Management
- Equipment Maintenance
- Diagnostic Troubleshooting
- Technical Support
- Direct Patient Care
- Safety Protocols
- Patient Care Technician (PCT)
- Hemodialysis Care
- Team Collaboration
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Hemodialysis Technician
U.S. Renal Care
08.2022 - Current
Truck Driver
Spirit Truck Lines
05.2022 - 08.2022
Hemodialysis Technician
DaVita
06.2018 - 05.2022
Hemodialysis Technician
U.S. Renal Care
10.2014 - 01.2019
Transportation Driver
Lifeline EMS
08.2013 - 10.2013
Emergency Medical Technician Certificate - Emergency Medical Technician
South Texas College
High School Diploma -
Weslaco High School
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