Sonia Perdomo
Chicago,IL
Summary
Knowledgeable Anesthesia Technician bringing demonstrated skills in organizing supplies, setting up equipment and assisting anesthesiologists. Hardworking, reliable and detail-oriented in completing high-quality work in full compliance with facility and regulatory standards. Proficient in aseptic techniques and patient monitoring. Thorough Anesthesia Technician with 3 years of training and experience in sterile environment maintenance and procedure kit assembly. Qualified individual displaying positive behavior and high degree of support to patients and medical personnel. Focused Anesthesia Technician bringing skills in completing thorough patient assessments and in-depth awareness of anesthesia-related complications. Performs proper patient positioning during surgical procedures. Organized and motivated employee eager to apply time management and organizational skills in various environments. Seeking entry-level opportunities to expand skills while facilitating company growth.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Anesthesia Technician III
University of Chicago Medicine
10.2022 - Current
- Calibrated anesthesia machines for accurate delivery of anesthetic gases and vapors.
- Monitored and maintained anesthesia equipment to ensure optimal functionality and safety.
- 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.
- Demonstrated professionalism and attentiveness while responding to urgent situations involving anesthesiology requirements or emergencies swiftly.
- Maintained a high standard of care by adhering to strict infection control guidelines when handling anesthesia equipment.
- Performed blood gas analysis, using blood gas analyzing and centrifuge equipment to monitor and determine carbon dioxide, sodium, pH and oxygen saturation in patients.
- Contributed to a positive work environment by providing ongoing support to anesthesia providers throughout each procedure.
Anesthesia Technician
Hospital Santa Barbara Integrado
01.2016 - 06.2019
- Kept work areas and equipment clean and sanitized for optimal protection
- Researched and implemented fully compliant practices in line with accrediting organizations and government requirements
- Changed breathing tubing and suction canisters between cases
- Helped place intravenous infusion lines and invasive pressure monitoring devices
- Coordinated and set up supplies and equipment for planned procedures
- Maintained clean and sterile fields in operating rooms when assisting anesthesiologists
- Supported patients with proper positioning for spinals and epidurals to enhance success and minimize risks
- Administered blood, blood products and supportive fluids
- Performed CPR in crisis situations under direction of doctor in charge until anesthesiologist arrived
- Communicated closely with patients to obtain in-depth health histories before calculating dosages and administering anesthetics
- Assisted with whole range of outpatient patient procedures
- Calibrated anesthesia delivery systems and monitors to conduct pretests
- Delivered post-operative care to patients by assisting with acute pain management according to existing protocols
- Monitored patients' progress during post-anesthesia period to document findings
- Administered prescribed anesthetic medications to patients to desensitize areas or induce unconsciousness prior to surgical procedures
Education
Anesthesia Technician Student - Anesthesiologist Assistance
Hospital San Felipe
Tegucigalpa, DC06.2015
Anesthesia Technician Student - Anesthesiologist Assistance
Instituto Hondureño De Seguridad Social
Tegucigalpa, DC01.2015
Anesthesia Technician Student - Anesthesiologist Assistance
Hospital Escuela Universitario
Tegucigalpa, DC09.2014
Anesthesia Technician - Anesthesiology
CENARH
Tegucigalpa, DC04.2013
Skills
- Surgical Supplies and Equipment
- Physician Support
- Patient Treatment Planning
- Anesthesia Services
- Crisis Response
- Critical Thinking
- Active Listening
- Friendly, Positive Attitude
- Working Collaboratively
- Problem Resolution
- Work Ethic
- Organizational Skills
- First Aid/CPR
- Conflict Resolution
- Training & Development
- Basic Math
- Intubation assistance
- Anesthetic equipment maintenance
- Anesthetic machine operation
- Airway management
- Breathing circuit assembly
- Patient monitoring
- Pulse oximetry monitoring
- Supplies management
- Fluid management
- Bilingual fluency
- Equipment setup
Timeline
Anesthesia Technician III
University of Chicago Medicine
10.2022 - Current
Anesthesia Technician
Hospital Santa Barbara Integrado
01.2016 - 06.2019
Anesthesia Technician Student - Anesthesiologist Assistance
Hospital San Felipe
Anesthesia Technician Student - Anesthesiologist Assistance
Instituto Hondureño De Seguridad Social
Anesthesia Technician Student - Anesthesiologist Assistance
Hospital Escuela Universitario
Anesthesia Technician - Anesthesiology
CENARH
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