TAJAH ANDERTON
Dover,US
Summary
Demonstrated ability to build and maintain relationships with healthcare professionals in order to improve patient care. Motivated individual, dependable and patient-focused. Dedicated to learning, growing, and succeeding in the healthcare industry. Strong desire to focus on health education and preventative care.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Patient Care Technician I
Bayhealth Medical Group
Dover, DE
06.2024 - Current
- Performed EKGs, phlebotomy, and other laboratory tests as directed by physician or RN.
- Performed venipuncture and other blood collection procedures according to established standards.
- Verified patient information prior to specimen collection.
- Maintained a clean, safe, and organized work environment.
- Educated patients on proper blood draw techniques.
- Assisted in preparing patients for examinations and treatments, including vital signs monitoring.
- Maintained accurate records of patient care, condition, progress, and concerns.
- Collected specimens such as urine samples for testing purposes according to established protocols.
- Obtained patient vital signs and reported results to staff nurse or physician to identify changes from prior measurements.
- Restocked unit frequently with necessary medical supplies.
- Kept instruments and equipment clean and sanitized.
- Prepared patient chart for admission and compiled appropriate paperwork.
Healthcare Assistant
Planned Parenthood of Delaware Seaford center
Seaford, US
04.2023 - 04.2024
- Assisted with cleaning of rooms between patients; restocked supplies as needed.
- Answered call lights promptly and responded to patient requests in a timely manner.
- Collected specimens from patients according to established procedures.
- Maintained a clean work environment by following infection control policies and procedures.
- Checked vital signs regularly including temperature, pulse rate, respiration rate, blood pressure.
- Facilitated patient admission, transfer, and discharge processes.
- Communicated with patients to determine feelings, need for assistance or social and emotional support.
- Collected specimens from patients for laboratory testing purposes.
- Organized medical records for patient care plans and ensured accuracy.
Loader/Unloader
Walmart Distribution Center
Smyrna, US
12.2021 - 04.2023
- Being an Unloader/Processor helped me achieve the departmental goal
General Merchandiser
Target
Dover, US
07.2018 - 09.2021
- Finished seasonal windows, dressed mannequins, and set up in-store displays to highlight available merchandise
- Improved the overall appearance of the store by paying close attention to product and display placement
- Updated pricing and signage to complete product displays and educate customers
- Collaborated with department managers to ensure that there was enough inventory on hand to meet regular and promotional demand
- Kept track of display inventory, replenished it, and reorganized it based on available stock
- Pushed and stocked product in multiple departments while staying on schedule
Team Leader
Popeye's Louisiana Kitchen
Dover, US
04.2017 - 06.2018
- Did cross-training and backed up customer service managers
- Collaborated with managers to spot sales trends and brand initiatives and capitalize on them
- Followed strict customer service, merchandising, and operational safety guidelines
- Mentored and guided employees to ensure that assigned tasks were completed correctly
- Molded a team and embraced change to adapt in a dynamic market
Education
High School -
Dover High School
Dover, DE01.2015
Skills
- Extremely organized
- Self-motivated
- Safety and compliance
- Venipuncture
- Vital signs
- Medical terminology
- Data entry
- STD counseling and care awareness
- BLS certification
- Processing payment
- Fire and safety
Certification
- First Aid/CPR
- Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification
- Certified Phlebotomy Technician
- Certified Medical Assistant
Timeline
Patient Care Technician I
Bayhealth Medical Group
06.2024 - Current
Healthcare Assistant
Planned Parenthood of Delaware Seaford center
04.2023 - 04.2024
Loader/Unloader
Walmart Distribution Center
12.2021 - 04.2023
General Merchandiser
Target
07.2018 - 09.2021
Team Leader
Popeye's Louisiana Kitchen
04.2017 - 06.2018
- First Aid/CPR
- Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification
- Certified Phlebotomy Technician
- Certified Medical Assistant
High School -
Dover High School
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