Shiquita Smith
Loganville,GA
Summary
Dynamic Anesthesia Technician with extensive experience at Emory University Hospital Midtown, skilled in anesthesia equipment maintenance and patient data management. Proven ability to enhance patient care through exceptional customer service and effective crisis management. Committed to ensuring safety and efficiency in high-pressure environments while supporting optimal patient outcomes. Conscientious Anesthesia Technician known for high productivity and efficiency in task completion. Possess specialized skills in anesthesia equipment maintenance, patient monitoring techniques, and sterile technique adherence. Excel at communication, teamwork, and problem-solving to ensure optimal support in fast-paced surgical environments.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Anesthesia Technician
Northeast Georgia Hospital
Gainesville, GA
10.2023 - Current
- Assist anesthesia providers in direct patient care across all age groups, including neonates, to geriatrics.
- Ensure the availability and functionality of anesthesia equipment, medications, and supplies for each procedure.
- Maintain sterile fields and assist during surgical procedures under supervision of licensed professionals.
- Support safe patient positioning and monitor equipment during procedures.
Patient Sitter /Technician
Northside Hospital Gwinnett
Gwinnett , GA
10.2021 - 01.2023
- Referred unresolved customer grievances to designated departments for further investigation on open accounts
- Improved patient outlook and daily living through compassionate care.
- Monitored health and well-being of clients and reported significant health changes.
- Escorted patients before and after surgical procedures.
- Monitored, evaluated and recorded client progress with respect to treatment goals.
- Created safe environment for children by removing hazards and developing appropriate boundaries and rules.
Anesthesia Technician II.
Emory University Hospital Midtown
Atlanta, GA
08.2017 - 01.2023
- Coordinated and set up supplies and equipment for planned procedures.
- Maintained clean and sterile fields in operating rooms when assisting anesthesiologists.
- Assembled procedure kits for blocks, central lines, arterial lines, blood product infusions and fiber optic scopes.
- Set up pressure transducers by properly calibrating transducers and pressure nodules.
- Changed breathing tubing and suction canisters between cases.
- Cleaned and restocked carts in operating rooms for general surgery and labor and delivery.
- Took appropriate action for malfunctioning equipment and utilized bio-technicians if unable to troubleshoot problem.
- Supported patients with proper positioning for spinals and epidurals to enhance success and minimize risks.
- Monitored patients' progress during post-anesthesia period to document findings.
Patient Care Representative
Emory St. Joseph's Hospital
Atlanta, GA
01.2015 - 08.2017
- Scheduling an noting changes from prior, tracked and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery
- Monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Scheduled evaluations and procedures for patients.
- Maintained customer interaction and activity records in CRM system.
Patient Care Technician
Dekalb Medical Center
Atlanta, GA
03.2008 - 11.2011
- Fulfilled requests by clarifying desired information, completing transactions and forwarding requests
- Provided accurate and appropriate information in response to customer inquiries
- Determined charges for services requested, collected deposits and payments, and arranged for billing
- Worked with upper management to facilitate appropriate changes and improve customer satisfaction
- Obtained and validated photo identifications and insurance cards, scanning documents into patients' charts
- Communicated delays in appointments and offered rescheduling
- Coordinated with back office staff for timely and effective care of patients
- Scrutinized prescriptions and referrals for accuracy to verify patient service and treatment
- Obtained proper authorization and identification prior to release of confidential medical records.
Education
A.S - Applied Science
University Of Cincinnati State
Cincinnati, OH05.2007
High School Diploma -
Princeton High School
Cincinnati, OH01.2005
Associate Degree in Nursing - Nursing
South College
Knoxville, TNSkills
- Multitasking abilities
- Great Customer Service
- Microsoft proficiency
- First Aid/CPR Certified
- Crisis Situations
- EMR Systems
- Medication Side Effect Knowledge
- Patient Medical Histories
- Patient Data Management Systems
- People Skills
- Quality Program Protocols
- Computer Skills
- PPE Use
- Anesthesia equipment maintenance
- Procedure setup
- Breathing circuit management
- Airway management
- Breathing circuit assembly
Education and Training
true
Certification
CN0028889101
Timeline
Anesthesia Technician
Northeast Georgia Hospital
10.2023 - Current
Patient Sitter /Technician
Northside Hospital Gwinnett
10.2021 - 01.2023
Anesthesia Technician II.
Emory University Hospital Midtown
08.2017 - 01.2023
Patient Care Representative
Emory St. Joseph's Hospital
01.2015 - 08.2017
Patient Care Technician
Dekalb Medical Center
03.2008 - 11.2011
A.S - Applied Science
University Of Cincinnati State
High School Diploma -
Princeton High School
Associate Degree in Nursing - Nursing
South College
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