Thalagalage Nishantha Perera
Bethesda,MD
Summary
Patient Care Technician with 6+ years of experience at Mercy Medical Center, Medstar Montgomery Medical Center, Medstar Washington Hospital Center, Holycross Hospital - Silver spring and NIH adept in enhancing patient safety and care quality through diligent monitoring and support. Skilled in vital signs assessment, patient documentation, and emergency response, ensuring efficient healthcare delivery. Committed to leveraging time-management, critical-thinking, and communication skills to support team objectives and improve patient outcomes. Excellent Skills in Various Diagnostic and therapeutic endoscopic procedures i.e. ERCP, EUS, Dissections Phlebotomy, IV insertion, EKGs, Bladder Checks, and Foley insertions.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Surgical Technologist Endoscopy
Mercy Hospital Center
Baltimore, MD
09.2025 - Current
- Assisted in preparing and sterilizing surgical instruments for various procedures, ensuring compliance with safety protocols.
- Organized and maintained sterile fields during surgeries, effectively minimizing risk of infection.
- Collaborated with surgical teams to anticipate needs, facilitating efficient workflow during operations.
- Trained and mentored junior technologists on best practices and procedural updates, enhancing team performance.
Emmergency Room Technician
Medstar Montgomery Hospital Center at Olney, Maryland
Olney, Maryland
06.2024 - Current
- Efficiently manage ER operations, ensuring rapid patient response and care.
- Eagerly engage in continuous learning to improve emergency care techniques.
- Work closely with medical teams to optimize emergency responses and patient outcomes.
- Coordinate with nurses and doctors to enhance team efficiency.
- Maintain meticulous records to ensure accuracy in patient care.
Patient Care Technician
Medstar Washington Hospital Center at Washington DC
Washington, DC
07.2021 - 06.2024
- Promptly addressed patient needs as a Patient Care Technician
- Enhanced patient safety through dedicated 1:1 observation
- Contributed to clinical decisions by accurately monitoring and documenting patient conditions
- Created a positive healthcare environment through active patient care involvement
- Improved clinical record accuracy by streamlining patient data management
Patient Care Technician
National Institute of Health at Bethesda MD
Bethesda, MD
06.2021 - 06.2022
- Assists with patient care, such as personal hygiene, transfer and oral suctioning, bed making, Observation and monitoring vital signs.
- 1:1 Observation, report the patient's condition, symptoms, and report to the nurse as appropriate.
- Responded to patient alarms and needs-assessment requests to identify course of treatment.
- Provided compassionate care, supporting patient recovery and family communication.
Patient Care Technician
Holy Cross Hospital at Silverspring, MD
Silverspring, MD
05.2020 - 06.2021
- Eager to apply analytical skills to enhance company productivity and efficiency.
- Applied strong analytical skills to improve patient handling procedures, enhancing care quality.
- Supported team in achieving patient satisfaction through compassionate and efficient care.
- Monitored and accurately documented patient vitals, ensuring high-quality care and safety.
- Optimized patient care processes by applying analytical skills, boosting efficiency.
- Provided empathetic support, ensuring patient comfort and trust.
Geriatric Nursing Assistant
Brooke Grove Rehabilitation at Sandy Spring, MD
Sandy Spring, MD
01.2020 - 06.2021
- Managed care for elderly patients, enhancing comfort and medical attention accuracy.
- Increased patient satisfaction through dedicated and empathetic care practices.
- Provided emotional and physical support to patients, fostering a nurturing environment.
- Eagerly engaged in continuous learning to improve care techniques and patient interactions.
- Assessed patient needs to tailor individual care plans, improving treatment outcomes.
- Supported elderly patients' wellbeing through compassionate, personalized care.
Education
High School Graduation -
Balangoda Central College
Balangoda, Sri Lanka07.1994
Skills
- Time-Management
- Critical-Thinking
- Problem-Solving
- Teamwork
- Communication
- High Attention to Detail
Certification
- Valid CNA Lisence
- BLS Certified
- Phlebotomy Certification at the Washington Hospital Center
Timeline
Surgical Technologist Endoscopy
Mercy Hospital Center
09.2025 - Current
Emmergency Room Technician
Medstar Montgomery Hospital Center at Olney, Maryland
06.2024 - Current
Patient Care Technician
Medstar Washington Hospital Center at Washington DC
07.2021 - 06.2024
Patient Care Technician
National Institute of Health at Bethesda MD
06.2021 - 06.2022
Patient Care Technician
Holy Cross Hospital at Silverspring, MD
05.2020 - 06.2021
Geriatric Nursing Assistant
Brooke Grove Rehabilitation at Sandy Spring, MD
01.2020 - 06.2021
High School Graduation -
Balangoda Central College