Samantha Gamboa
Grand Rapids,MI
Summary
Dynamic Anesthesia Technician with extensive experience at Trinity Health, skilled in anesthetic equipment maintenance and patient monitoring. Proven ability to enhance safety protocols and streamline inventory management, fostering a culture of excellence. Bilingual with strong organizational skills, dedicated to delivering compassionate patient care and supporting healthcare teams effectively.
Professional healthcare specialist with strong clinical skills and solid foundation in patient care. Adept at supporting medical teams, prioritizing patient needs, and maintaining high standards under dynamic conditions. Known for effective communication, adaptability, and reliable team-oriented approach. Skilled in patient monitoring, medical documentation, and assisting with procedures, ensuring optimal care and safety.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Anesthesia Technician
Trinity Health
Grand Rapids, MI
02.2025 - Current
- Operated anesthesia delivery systems to ensure safe and effective patient sedation.
- Maintained and calibrated anesthesia equipment, ensuring compliance with safety standards.
- Assisted anesthesiologists during procedures by preparing instruments and monitoring patient vitals.
- Educated staff on proper use of anesthesia tools, promoting best practices across the team.
- Streamlined inventory management processes for anesthesia supplies, reducing waste and improving access.
- Trained new technicians on procedures and protocols, fostering a culture of safety and excellence within the department.
- Maintained sterile anesthesia supplies within expiration date.
- Maintained and cleaned anesthesia machines by changing soda-lime, refilling vaporizers with anesthetic agents and replacing nitrous, oxygen and air cylinders.
- Stocked anesthesia supplies in anesthetizing locations, fiber optic carts, ploss carts and emergency airway bags.
- Assisted with transports of invasively monitored O.R. and I.C.U. patients.
- Demonstrated professionalism and attentiveness while responding to urgent situations involving anesthesiology requirements or emergencies swiftly.
Nurse Technician
Corewell Health
Grand Rapids, MI
11.2023 - 08.2024
- Collaborated with healthcare team to enhance patient experience and streamline care processes.
- Educated patients on post-treatment care, fostering understanding of recovery protocols.
- Utilized electronic health records system to accurately input and retrieve patient information.
- Assisted nursing staff with essential tasks, ensuring efficient delivery of high-quality care to patients.
- Aided patients with personal hygiene by giving baths, dressing and assisting in feeding.
- Implemented fall prevention strategies, reducing patient injuries and increasing overall safety within the healthcare facility.
- Provided emotional support to patients and families during difficult situations, fostering trust and open communication.
- Assisted patients with mobility by providing physical support and pushing wheelchairs.
- Maintained a clean and safe environment for patients, performing regular room cleanings and adhering to infection control protocols.
- Maintained stringent hygiene standards of unit with disinfection and consistent restock of all equipment.
- Assisted in wound care, ensuring proper healing and reducing risk of infection.
Teller
Lake Michigan Credit Union Headquarters
Grand Rapids, MI
06.2023 - 09.2023
- Processed member transactions accurately and efficiently.
- Assisted members with account inquiries and service requests.
- Managed cash drawer, ensuring adherence to security protocols.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline workflow processes.
Nurse Technician
Mary Free Bed
Grand Rapids
06.2021 - 11.2021
- Assisted with daily patient care, ensuring comfort and safety during treatments.
- Monitored vital signs, documenting changes and reporting to nursing staff promptly.
- Prepared and maintained medical equipment for procedures, ensuring operational readiness.
- Supported patients with mobility and rehabilitation exercises under supervision of nursing staff.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization in patient areas, adhering to infection control standards.
- Provided activities of daily living by assisting with serving meals, ambulating, turning and positioning patients.
- Provided personal hygiene assistance, giving baths, and performing dress changes for patients.
- Improved patient care by providing compassionate and attentive support to patients during daily activities.
- Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight.
Education
High School Diploma -
Union High School
Grand Rapids, MI05.2021
Certificate - Nurse Tech
Kent Career Technical Center
Grand Rapids, MI05.2021
Skills
- Intubation assistance
- Anesthetic equipment maintenance
- Patient positioning
- Induction assistance
- Patient monitoring
- Vital signs assessment
- Equipment setup
- Organizational skills
- Attention to detail
- Bilingual
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Anesthesia Technician
Trinity Health
02.2025 - Current
Nurse Technician
Corewell Health
11.2023 - 08.2024
Teller
Lake Michigan Credit Union Headquarters
06.2023 - 09.2023
Nurse Technician
Mary Free Bed
06.2021 - 11.2021
High School Diploma -
Union High School
Certificate - Nurse Tech
Kent Career Technical Center