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Tabitha Miller

Nicholasville,KY

Summary

Compassionate Medical Assistant with background in providing support to physicians, handling patient care tasks, and managing administrative duties. Skilled in recording vital signs, preparing patients for examination, and maintaining medical records with confidentiality and accuracy. Demonstrated ability to improve patient satisfaction through effective communication and empathy. Contributed to streamlining clinical processes resulting in more efficient patient flow and enhanced care delivery.

Efficient Anesthesia Technician with background in assisting anesthesiologists, nurses, and surgeons. Experience includes maintenance of anesthesia equipment, preparation of patients for procedures and post-anesthesia care. Strengths lie in meticulous attention to detail, clear communication skills, and ability to handle high-stress situations. Previous work resulted in smoother surgical processes and enhanced patient safety.

Compassionate Endoscopy Technician known for high productivity and efficient completion of tasks. patient preparation, and endoscopic equipment maintenance. Excel in communication, teamwork, and adaptability, ensuring seamless collaboration with healthcare professionals to provide optimal patient care.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience

Work History

Endoscopy Technician

University of Kentucky Medical Center
Lexington Ky, KY
09.2024 - Current
  • Participated in quality assurance activities related to endoscope reprocessing techniques.
  • Calibrated video monitors prior to each procedure as required by departmental policy.
  • Assisted in the training of new staff members on proper operation of endoscopic equipment.
  • Ordered supplies necessary for endoscopic procedures according to established protocol.
  • Assisted physicians with endoscopic procedures such as esophagogastroduodenoscopies, colonoscopies, sigmoidoscopies, enteroscopies and biopsies.
  • Use aseptic techniques to sterilize endoscopes, forceps, snares, and other endoscopic tools and equipment.
  • Prepared collected specimens for cytological, microbiological and pathological analysis.
  • Prepared rooms for endoscopic procedures according to established protocols.
  • Reported any malfunctions or problems with equipment to appropriate personnel for repair or replacement.
  • Maintained endoscopy equipment, including cleaning, sterilizing and troubleshooting.

Medical Assistant

University of Kentucky Hospital
Lexington , Kentucky
02.2024 - 09.2024
  • Assisted physicians with patient care by taking vital signs, patient histories and preparing patients for examinations.
  • Provided assistance to medical staff in performing minor surgical procedures.
  • Drawing blood and ran specimens
  • Help with set up basic scopes for procedures with the bronch tower
  • Ordered medical supplies, maintained inventory logs and restocked exam rooms when needed.
  • Ensured that all instruments used during exams were cleaned properly after each use according to established protocols.
  • Kept examination rooms clean, stocked with necessary supplies and prepared for incoming patients.
  • Prepared treatment rooms for patients by cleaning surfaces and restocking supplies.

Anesthesia Technician

ACS
, KY
09.2023 - 02.2024
  • Prepared operating rooms by setting up necessary equipment such as monitors, ventilators, IV pumps.
  • Cleaned, disinfected, and sterilized instruments and equipment used in the OR following established protocols.
  • Ordered supplies needed for OR setup based on anticipated cases scheduled for that day, week, month.
  • Troubleshot technical issues related to anesthesia delivery systems when they arose.
  • Maintained clean and sterile fields in operating rooms when assisting anesthesiologists.
  • Changed breathing tubing and suction canisters between cases.

Anesthesia Technician/OR Technician Assistant

University of Kentucky Hospital
Lexington , KY
10.2015 - 08.2023
  • Ensured all required equipment, supplies, and medications were available for each procedure.
  • Prepared operating rooms by setting up necessary equipment such as monitors, ventilators, IV pumps.
  • Performed routine maintenance on anesthesia machines according to manufacturer's guidelines.
  • Ordered supplies needed for OR setup based on anticipated cases scheduled for that day, week, month.
  • Checked expiration dates on all medications prior to use in order to ensure safety of patients.
  • Conducted regular safety checks on anesthesia machines and other medical equipment used in the OR suite.
  • Assisted with transport of patients from OR recovery area back to assigned hospital room.
  • Troubleshot technical issues related to anesthesia delivery systems when they arose.
  • Cleaned and restocked carts in operating rooms for general surgery and labor and delivery.
  • Changed breathing tubing and suction canisters between cases.
  • Took appropriate action for malfunctioning equipment and utilized bio-technicians if unable to troubleshoot problem.
  • Assembled procedure kits for blocks, central lines, arterial lines, blood product infusions and fiber optic scopes.

Assembly Line Worker

Sargent and greenleaf
Lexington , Kentucky
09.2013 - 10.2015
  • Assembled components of a variety of products, adhering to production specifications.
  • Monitored assembly line operations and identified any issues or problems that arose.
  • Inspected finished products for quality assurance purposes.

Certified Nursing Assistant

Thompson Hood Veterans Center
Wilmore, Kentucky
09.2008 - 09.2013
  • Assisted patients with activities of daily living such as bathing, grooming, and dressing.
  • Provided basic patient care by taking vital signs, measuring height and weight, and recording intake and output.
  • Transported patients to treatment units, using wheelchair or strher.
  • Answered call lights promptly and responded to patient needs accordingly.
  • Turned and repositioned bedridden patients on a regular schedule to prevent bedsores.
  • Observed patients for any changes in their physical or mental condition.
  • Served meals to patients in their rooms and assisted with feeding when needed.
  • Cleaned and sanitized patient rooms according to established protocols.
  • Performed housekeeping duties such as changing linens and cleaning bathrooms when necessary.
  • Assisted with ambulation of patients utilizing appropriate equipment safely.
  • Took temperature readings orally or rectally as instructed by the RN or MD.
  • Provided emotional support to family members regarding end-of-life decisions.
  • Responded quickly to emergency situations involving sudden illness or injury.
  • Participated in educational programs related to nursing assistant skills development.

Certified Nursing Assistant

Tanbark Healthcare
Lexington, KY
03.2005 - 09.2008
  • Assisted patients with activities of daily living such as bathing, grooming, and dressing.
  • Provided basic patient care by taking vital signs, measuring height and weight, and recording intake and output.
  • Reported changes in patient condition to registered nurse or physician.

Education

Diploma - Nursing Assistant

Bluegrass Community And Technical College
Lexington, KY
03-2005

Skills

  • Phlebotomy
  • Indirect Patient Care
  • Procedure Assistance
  • Restocking lab supplies
  • Equipment set up
  • Exam room setups
  • Basic bronch setup with tower
  • Anesthesia turnover
  • Patient transfers
  • Endoscope reprocessing
  • Aseptic techniques
  • Specimen preparation
  • Procedure assistance
  • Patient care
  • Technical troubleshooting
  • Endoscopic procedures
  • Patient positioning
  • Specimen collection
  • Endoscopy room setup
  • Colonoscopy and panendoscopy procedures
  • Flexible endoscope use
  • Biopsy handling
  • Preparing specimens
  • Teamwork

Timeline

Endoscopy Technician

University of Kentucky Medical Center
09.2024 - Current

Medical Assistant

University of Kentucky Hospital
02.2024 - 09.2024

Anesthesia Technician

ACS
09.2023 - 02.2024

Anesthesia Technician/OR Technician Assistant

University of Kentucky Hospital
10.2015 - 08.2023

Assembly Line Worker

Sargent and greenleaf
09.2013 - 10.2015

Certified Nursing Assistant

Thompson Hood Veterans Center
09.2008 - 09.2013

Certified Nursing Assistant

Tanbark Healthcare
03.2005 - 09.2008

Diploma - Nursing Assistant

Bluegrass Community And Technical College
Tabitha Miller