Samantha Sanders
Como,NC
Summary
Energetic Lead Medical Technologist commended as accurate, reliable and diligent individual focused on timely and quality completion of assigned work. Successful at ensuring test results validity before recording and reporting results. Detail-oriented and meticulous with skill to communicate test results effectively to nurse and physician staff members.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Medical Technician
United States Air Force, USAF
04.2016 - Current
- Administered medications and performed basic and advanced patient assessments.
- Interacted with patients and families while demonstrating high standards of performance, teamwork, and compassion.
- Maintained patient confidence and protected hospital by keeping information confidential.
- Monitored inventory levels of supplies, equipment, and reagents used and placed orders for replacements.
- Collected and processed laboratory specimens to obtain samples for analysis.
- Measured patient vital signs such as blood pressure, pulse rate, and temperature to record information on patients' charts.
- Prepared solutions, stains and reagents in accordance with standards.
- Assisted physicians and nurses in performing diagnostic tests and procedures to identify accurate treatment for patients.
- Implemented infection control practices in handling specimens and equipment to provide protection and comply with health and safety protocols.
- Conducted routine laboratory tests to determine underlying conditions and diagnosis.
- Maintained safe work environment free of unnecessary hazards to protect staff and testing results.
EMT-B
AMR
09.2012 - 03.2016
- Conducted equipment and vehicle checks to maintain continuous and safe operation.
- Triaged patients in emergency situations based on life-threatening needs and delegated tasks to better provide treatment to maximum patients at once.
- Evaluated patient vital signs and status to determine care needs using pulse oximeters and electronic vital sign machines.
- Maintained levelheadedness and efficiency in high-pressure situations, effectively prioritizing tasks to save lives and provide medical care.
- Communicated with patients about pain, comfort, and needs during transportation and preliminary medical care.
- Controlled wounds and injuries en-route to hospitals, prepping patients for advanced treatments or maintaining conditions pre-arrival.
- Trained EMTs in basic life support skills, oxygen therapy, and wound care.
- Developed and maintained rapport with coworkers and local hospital staff to facilitate efficient patient care.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Medical Technology
Community College of The Air Force
Montgomery, AL11.2018
Associate of Arts - General Studies
Cochise College
Douglas, AZ10.2018
Skills
- Laboratory Equipment Handling
- Specimen Preparation
- Instrument Calibration
- Quality Control Data Analysis
- Patient Care Documentation
- Patient Status Assessment
- Patient Assessments
- Documentation Management
- HIPAA Regulations
- Patient Rapport
- Staff Management
- Medical Office Administration
Certification
AHA CPR Certified, NREMT Certified.
Timeline
Medical Technician
United States Air Force, USAF
04.2016 - Current
EMT-B
AMR
09.2012 - 03.2016
Associate of Applied Science - Medical Technology
Community College of The Air Force
Associate of Arts - General Studies
Cochise College
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