SENAIT TADESSE
Silver Spring,MD
Summary
CCHT-certified Patient Care Technician with 3+ years of experience in dialysis settings, delivering safe, compliant, and patient-centered care. Strong track record of supporting high-quality outcomes through strict adherence to Fresenius Kidney Care protocols, infection prevention standards, and interdisciplinary teamwork. Known for reliability, patient education, and early identification of treatment complications.
Overview
1
1
Certification
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Shift Supervisor
CVS Pharmacy
12.2018 - Current
- Lead team operations in a fast-paced environment, ensuring efficiency, accountability, and customer satisfaction
- Managed cash handling and daily reconciliation with high accuracy
- Resolved customer concerns and supported team performance
Patient Care Technician (PCT) / CCHT
DaVita Kidney Care
02.2023 - 04.2026
- Delivered safe, efficient dialysis treatments in a high-volume outpatient setting, ensuring full compliance with clinical and regulatory standards.
- Initiated and monitored hemodialysis treatments, managing multiple patients per shift with strong attention to safety and accuracy
- Performed vascular access cannulation and care, maintaining strict infection control practices
- Monitored patient status and responded promptly to complications, escalating concerns to nursing staff
- Ensured proper machine setup, disinfection, and turnover in accordance with clinical protocols
- Documented treatment data accurately in EMR systems to support continuity of care and compliance
- Educated patients on fluid management, diet, and treatment adherence to improve outcomes
Phlebotomy Technician Extern
LabCorp
White Oak, MD
10.2023 - 11.2023
- Performed accurate venipuncture and specimen collection while maintaining patient comfort and safety
- Verified patient identity and ensured proper labeling and handling of specimens
- Followed strict infection control and laboratory compliance procedures
Clinical Nurse & First Responder
Central Health College Clinical Training
Ethiopia
09.2010 - 05.2014
- Provided foundational patient care, emergency response, and vital sign monitoring in clinical training settings
Education
Certified Clinical Hemodialysis Technician (CCHT) -
NNCC
06.2026
Certified Phlebotomy Techician (CPT) -
Montgomery College
Rockville, MD12.2023
CPR/BLS -
Davita
Washington, DCClinical Nursing Certificate - undefined
Central Health College
Addis Ababa, Ethiopia01.2014
Skills
- Hemodialysis Treatment & Monitoring
- Vascular Access Cannulation & Care
- Infection Prevention (OSHA/CDC Standards)
- Patient Assessment & Vital Signs
- EMR Documentation
- Fluid & Treatment Management
- Patient Education & Compliance Support
- Emergency Response (CPR/BLS)
- Quality & Safety Protocols
- Team-Based Care
Certification
- Certified Clinical Hemodialysis Technician (CCHT)
- Certified Phlebotomy Technician (CPT)
- CPR/BLS Certified
Languages
English
Full Professional
Amharic
Full Professional
Timeline
Phlebotomy Technician Extern
LabCorp
10.2023 - 11.2023
Patient Care Technician (PCT) / CCHT
DaVita Kidney Care
02.2023 - 04.2026
Shift Supervisor
CVS Pharmacy
12.2018 - Current
Clinical Nurse & First Responder
Central Health College Clinical Training
09.2010 - 05.2014
Clinical Nursing Certificate - undefined
Central Health College
Certified Clinical Hemodialysis Technician (CCHT) -
NNCC
Certified Phlebotomy Techician (CPT) -
Montgomery College
CPR/BLS -
Davita