Tiona Williams
Oak Park,MI
Summary
Meticulous Patient Care Tech bringing practiced experience assisting with diverse operating room functions. Anticipates and addresses surgeon's needs from operating room setup and sterilization to draping patient and passing instruments during surgery. Models medical teamwork and physical stamina. Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to take next career step by securing entry-level Surgical Technician position. Ready to help team achieve company goals.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Patient Care Technician
Ascension Providence Hospital
10.2023 - Current
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff, ensuring timely medical interventions when necessary.
- Assisted nurses with essential tasks, streamlining workflow and increasing efficiency in the healthcare setting.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Assisted in training new Patient Care Technicians, sharing knowledge and best practices to ensure consistency in care delivery.
- Promoted a safe and inclusive healthcare environment, adhering to policies and procedures while advocating for the well-being of all patients.
- Assisted in transferring patients, beds and patient care equipment to other rooms adhering to necessary safety precautions.
- Facilitated smooth transitions between shifts by maintaining thorough documentation of patient care activities and observations.
Oncology Care Associate
Karmanos Cancer Institute
06.2023 - 08.2023
- Recorded temperature, blood pressure, pulse, or respiration rate as directed by medical or nursing staff.
- Performed Blood Draws, CBGs, bladder scans, etc
- Unit Desk Clerk
- EMR
- Monitored and maintained cleanliness, sanitation, and organization of assigned station and service areas.
- Determined specific needs and provided most appropriate level of services for patient well-being.
- Monitored and assisted residents through individual service plans.
- Remained alert to problems or health issues of clients and competently responded.
- Documented residents' mental status, sleep, and eating patterns in medical record books.
- Planned, prepared, and served meals and snacks according to prescribed diets.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Beaumont Health
04.2022 - 06.2023
- Assisted patients with daily living activities for enhanced comfort and wellbeing.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and medically relevant symptoms.
- Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines.
- Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
- Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Helped patients complete range of motion exercises to prevent loss of function during care.
Dental Assistant
Crescent Dental
08.2021 - 04.2022
- Successfully assisted dentist by performing four-handed dentistry and other chair-side duties.
- Sterilized rooms and prepped equipment and instruments for procedures daily.
- Performed general chair-side duties for general dentistry, endo procedures, and oral surgery.
- Prepared patient x-rays and images for dentist review.
- Created dental impressions used for diagnostics, opposing models and study casts to make crowns, bridges, and other dental prosthetics.
- Educated patients by giving oral hygiene, plaque control, and postoperative instructions.
- Prepared and positioned patients for procedures, clipping dental napkins and placing patient safety devices.
- Cleaned and sanitized dental tools and equipment, straightened treatment rooms, and restocked supplies to prep for next patient and maintain health and safety practices.
- Sanitized trays, instruments, and surfaces for clean dental
Surgical Dental Assistant
Southfield Family Dental Center
01.2021 - 08.2021
- Assisted in complex surgical procedures, showcasing strong dexterity and knowledge of dental anatomy.
- Ensured optimal patient safety through vigilant monitoring during surgeries and timely assistance to the surgeon.
- Assisted in complex surgical procedures, ensuring tools and materials were prepared and available, leading to efficient operations.
- Upheld strict compliance with infection control protocols, ensuring a clean and safe environment for patients and staff alike.
- Demonstrated proficiency in utilizing advanced dental technology during surgical procedures for increased accuracy and effectiveness.
- Aided in precise diagnosis by efficiently performing diagnostic imaging tasks such as x-rays and impressions.
- Improved surgical efficiency with timely sterilization and organization of dental instruments.
- Delivered compassionate post-operative care, addressing concerns promptly and offering support throughout the healing process.
- Reduced surgery downtime by maintaining a well-organized inventory of supplies and materials required for procedures.
- Actively contributed to a positive and productive work environment by fostering strong relationships with colleagues and promoting teamwork.
- Improved clinic efficiency by suggesting and implementing updates to surgical procedures and patient care protocols.
- Facilitated sterile environment, preparing operating rooms for surgery, which contributed to lower infection rates.
- Reduced patient anxiety by providing detailed explanations of procedures and answering questions, enhancing overall satisfaction.
Lead Dental Assistant
GENTLE DENTAL
09.2017 - 01.2021
- Sanitized trays, instruments, and surfaces for clean dental office setting and patient safety.
- Sterilized rooms and prepped equipment and instruments for procedures daily.
- Prepared and sterilized instruments and materials for use by dentists.
- Maintained dental supply inventory by checking stock to determine inventory levels and placing and expediting orders for supplies.
- Created dental impressions used for diagnostics, opposing models and study casts to make crowns, bridges, and other dental prosthetics.
- Explained treatment procedures and instructed patients on home care guidelines.
- Successfully assisted dentist by performing four-handed dentistry and other chair-side duties.
- Documented patient dental health information, medical history, and vital signs for future reference.
- Prepared rooms for patient treatment by cleaning and sterilizing tools and equipment and setting up x-ray machines.
- Scheduled appointments for new and existing customers, factoring in provider availability and scheduling loads.
- Scheduled appointments, prepared bills and received payment for dental services by completing insurance forms, verifying insurance information, and maintaining records.
- Educated patients on dental hygiene, pre-surgical instructions and post-surgical care.
- Took dental images following strict patient protection rules, applying lead aprons.
DENTAL ASSISTANT
ELMWOOD
03.2015 - 09.2017
- Sanitized trays, instruments, and surfaces for clean dental office setting and patient safety.
- Cleaned and sanitized dental tools and equipment, straightened treatment rooms, and restocked supplies to prep for next patient and maintain health and safety practices.
- Successfully assisted dentist by performing four-handed dentistry and other chair-side duties.
- Prepared patient x-rays and images for dentist review.
- Assisted dentists, hygienists, and other personnel by handing appropriate tools and supplies needed for procedures.
- Maintained dental supply inventory by checking stock to determine inventory levels and placing and expediting orders for supplies.
- Explained treatment procedures and instructed patients on home care guidelines.
- Prepared and arranged instruments, medications, and required materials for dental procedures.
- Documented patient dental health information, medical history, and vital signs for future reference.
- Created dental impressions used for diagnostics, opposing models and study casts to make crowns, bridges, and other dental prosthetics.
- Scheduled appointments for new and existing customers, factoring in provider availability and scheduling loads.
- Educated patients by giving oral hygiene, plaque control, and postoperative instructions.
- Scheduled appointments, prepared bills and received payment for dental services by completing insurance forms, verifying insurance information, and maintaining records.
ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT
THIRD NEW
04.2008 - 01.2010
- Answered multi-line phone system, routing calls, delivering messages to staff and greeting visitors.
- Sorted and distributed office mail and recorded incoming shipments for corporate records.
- Processed customer orders accurately and within agreed timeframes to meet service standards.
- Managed filing system, entered data and completed other clerical tasks.
- Assisted coworkers and staff members with special tasks on daily basis.
- Scheduled office meetings and client appointments for staff teams.
Education
Surgical Technology
MedCerts
2024
Certified Nursing Assistant -
Healthcare Solutions And Career Group
03.2022
Dental Assisting -
Everest Institute
08.2015
High School Diploma -
Catherine Ferguson Academy
06.2010
Skills
- Direct Patient Care
- PPE Usage
- Vital Signs Measurement
- Sterilization techniques
- Medical terminology knowledge
- Operating Room Safety
- Surgical Instrument Knowledge
- Sterile Technique Proficiency
Certification
- High School Diploma
- Certified Dental Assistant
- Certified Nursing Assistant
- American Heart Association BLS
Timeline
Patient Care Technician
Ascension Providence Hospital
10.2023 - Current
Oncology Care Associate
Karmanos Cancer Institute
06.2023 - 08.2023
Certified Nursing Assistant
Beaumont Health
04.2022 - 06.2023
Dental Assistant
Crescent Dental
08.2021 - 04.2022
Surgical Dental Assistant
Southfield Family Dental Center
01.2021 - 08.2021
Lead Dental Assistant
GENTLE DENTAL
09.2017 - 01.2021
DENTAL ASSISTANT
ELMWOOD
03.2015 - 09.2017
ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT
THIRD NEW
04.2008 - 01.2010
Surgical Technology
MedCerts
Certified Nursing Assistant -
Healthcare Solutions And Career Group
Dental Assisting -
Everest Institute
High School Diploma -
Catherine Ferguson Academy
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