Thomas Avelsgard
Jacksonville,NC
Summary
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certificate
Work History
Hospital Corpsman
US Navy
07.2016 - 07.2023
- Updated medical records in EMR system and double-checked data for accuracy.
- Supported medical staff in providing patient care in high-demand hospital environment.
- Assisted in medical examinations, treatments and procedures for diverse conditions and patient populations.
- Monitored vital signs to assess patient condition.
- Maintained operational organization by ensuring equipment functionality, inventory levels and employee medical training.
- Performed basic laboratory tests and collected specimens for further analysis.
- Assisted with lifting and moving patients.
- Provided patient families with post-medical care instructions.
- Trained new staff members on policies, procedures, and patient care practices.
- Ensured I met all standards for safety protocols and quality assurance, implementing process improvements which increased workflow quality, timeliness, and customer service.
- Arranged pre-operative and post-operative appointments for surgical patients.
- Obtained pre-authorizations and pre-certifications ahead of scheduled surgeries.
- Expertly managed planning, scheduling, and coordination of outpatient procedures.
- Educated patients about surgeries and provided treatment plan documentation.
- Updated daily operating room calendars with accurate appointment schedules.
- Took pre-operative orders from surgeons and anesthesiologists for smooth operation planning.
- Prepped operating rooms and booked necessary equipment and supplies.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Administered vaccines to service members, retirees and their families to include COVID vaccines .
Lifeguard
YMCA
02.2014 - 01.2015
- Learned and maintained proficiency in first responder skills such as First Aid and CPR to offer individuals in distress optimal support.
- Provided friendly customer service to guests and addressed concerns.
- Monitored safety of guests in and around swimming pool.
- Attentively monitored swimmers to identify distress.
- Educated patrons on safety protocols and enforced safety rules.
- Demonstrated rescue techniques and provided first aid in emergency situations.
- Cleared pool areas of debris and hazardous objects to increase safety.
- Performed regular maintenance of pool equipment and life-saving equipment to keep in good working order.
- Observed weather and water conditions and alerted visitors to potential dangers, storms, and rip currents.
Education
Cary High School
Cary, NC06.2016
Skills
- Clerical Support
- Communication
- Customer Service
- Hospital Experience
- Immunizations
- Inventory Manager
- Microsoft Office
- Military Experience
- Organizational Skills
- Patient Education
- Phlebotomy
- Professionalism
- Quality Assurance
- Advanced Computer Skills
Certification
- AED Certification
- BLS Certification
- CPR Certification
- First Aid Certification
- ALS
- PALS
Timeline
Hospital Corpsman
US Navy
07.2016 - 07.2023
Lifeguard
YMCA
02.2014 - 01.2015
Cary High School
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