Saige Oster
Medical Lake,WA
Summary
Diligent and highly driven polysomnographic apprentice and master's degree student with background in hands-on training and practical application. Demonstrated ability to master new skills quickly and contribute effectively to team efforts. Proven track record of problem-solving and attention to detail in complex tasks. I am an experienced leader that is pursuing a full-time role that presents professional challenges and leverages interpersonal skills, effective time management, and problem-solving expertise.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Polysomnographic Apprentice
Kootenai Health
09.2024 - Current
- As a sleep technician apprentice my main responsibilities include but are not limited to adhering to safety guidelines and protocols, educated patients on sleep lab and clinic procedures, scoring sleep data, correctly preparing equipment for various testing, implementing appropriate interventions, maintaining detailed and accurate patient records, patient preparation, and promoting healthy sleep behaviors.
Combat Medic | 68W
MN Army National Guard
08.2021 - Current
- When I was going to medic school for the Army, I achieved top of my class. I have been fortunate enough to work on the line with infantry units and I also have worked on the clinical side of the Army working in clinics helping soldiers with everyday injuries. I have been able to work under enormous amounts of pressure and I also have a lot of experience with paperwork and behind the scenes admit work.
Outpatient Service Coordinator
Kootenai Health
07.2024 - 09.2024
- Coordinated service schedules to optimize resource allocation and enhance client satisfaction.
- Managed communication between clients and service teams, ensuring timely resolution of issues.
- Developed and maintained comprehensive knowledge of services offered to provide accurate information to clients.
- Streamlined processes for service request handling, reducing response times significantly.
- Managed a high volume of client requests, ensuring timely and effective service delivery.
- Maintained accurate records of all service activities, facilitating smooth communication between clients and technicians.
Phlebotomist/Lab Service Representative
Kootenai Health
01.2024 - 07.2024
- My main responsibilities as a phlebotomist are to assist patients, collect blood, urine, and other specimens. I also register patients, update insurances, order tests, and communicate with facilities regarding patient result. I also work very well and closely with my coworkers using constant communication to ensure the entire hospital and outpatients receive the care they need in a reasonable time.
EMT
Sanford Health
10.2021 - 01.2024
- I had worked on a BLS and ALS truck as an EMT. This job taught me how to provide lifesaving treatment on two different scopes of practice levels. I worked 24-hour shifts and the ambulance I worked on was the only truck that services an entire county, this has been beneficial as it improved my time management skills and efficiency working under time constraints.
Emergency Department Technician
Sanford Health
04.2023 - 01.2024
- My main responsibilities as an ED tech are assisting doctors and nurses, responding to call lights, keeping the ER clean, assisting patients, transporting patients, admitting patients, and learning. I absolutely love the fast pace and environment; I believe I work best under pressure and love staying busy! I also spent a couple of months working as a scribe in this ER, during this time I would take notes electronically and assist doctors in charting their patients.
Shift Supervisor
CVS Pharmacy
08.2020 - 11.2021
- While working as a shift supervisor at CVS Pharmacy I held the responsibility as acting manager for my fellow coworkers when our manager was not present. I assisted our pharmacists in the pharmacy when they were short staffed. I counted money and tills at the end of the shift, opened and closed the store. I was also fortunate enough to work with unhappy customers that taught me patience and how to help people.
Education
Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts
Bemidji State University
Bemidji, MN05-2022
Bachelor of Science - Health Sciences
American Military University
Charles Town, WV04-2024
MBA - Business Administration
American Military University
Charleston, WV05-2026
Skills
- Problem-solving
- Safety guidelines compliance
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Time management
- Safety awareness
- Calculations and measurements
Awards
Dean’s list at Bemidji State University, Dean’s list at American Military University, Top of my Class Award, NSLS nomination, Dean’s list at American Public University
Communication
Communication truly is key. I am constantly maintaining elevated levels of communication with my leadership in the military and while working as a polysomnographic apprentice. Without communication in a medical setting, it can cause someone to lose their life. I have significantly improved my communication skills through college courses and various experiences. I am continuing to advance my communication skills while completing my masters degree.
Leadership
I have held leadership positions in the military such as platoon guide, team leader, and squad leader roles during different training exercises. I have taught CLS courses to large classes in the military. I was the captain of my dance team in high school for two years. I volunteered as a tutor numerous times throughout my high school and college years. I have also assisted in training new employees in the ED and have helped orientate new phlebotomists. I actively volunteer my time with different veteran programs that take veterans hunting and fishing.
Timeline
Polysomnographic Apprentice
Kootenai Health
09.2024 - Current
Outpatient Service Coordinator
Kootenai Health
07.2024 - 09.2024
Phlebotomist/Lab Service Representative
Kootenai Health
01.2024 - 07.2024
Emergency Department Technician
Sanford Health
04.2023 - 01.2024
EMT
Sanford Health
10.2021 - 01.2024
Combat Medic | 68W
MN Army National Guard
08.2021 - Current
Shift Supervisor
CVS Pharmacy
08.2020 - 11.2021
Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts
Bemidji State University
Bachelor of Science - Health Sciences
American Military University
MBA - Business Administration
American Military University
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