Todd Byrd
Atlanta,GA
Summary
Dedicated Dialysis Technician with extensive experience at South Fulton Dialysis, excelling in hemodialysis procedures and patient education. Proven ability to enhance patient comfort and safety through strict infection control protocols and effective communication. Skilled in equipment maintenance and fostering strong patient relationships, contributing to improved treatment outcomes and patient satisfaction.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Dialysis Technician
South Fulton Dialysis
Atlanta, GA
01.2015 - Current
- Measured and recorded patients' pre-dialysis and post-dialysis vital statistics.
- Set up and operated dialysis machines for patients receiving treatment for kidney failure.
- Cleaned and connected fistulas, grafts and catheters to prevent infection.
- Maintained a clean and safe environment through diligent adherence to infection control protocols.
- Set-up equipment for dialysis and primed dialyzer in preparation for use.
- Promoted health education among patients, offering guidance on dietary restrictions and self-care strategies related to kidney disease management.
- Improved patient comfort by carefully and efficiently setting up dialysis machines and monitoring patients throughout treatments.
- Started and ended reverse osmosis water systems and completed water quality monitoring tests.
- Explained dialysis procedures and hemodialysis machine operation to patients prior to treatment to ease anxieties.
- Reduced infection rates by maintaining strict aseptic techniques during all procedures.
- Explained dialysis procedures to patients and answered questions and concerns prior to starting dialysis.
- Performed routine quality control and safety checks on all equipment.
- Followed directions when mixing dialysate and priming dialyzer with saline or heparinized solutions.
- Increased patient satisfaction by providing compassionate support and addressing concerns throughout the dialysis process.
- Contributed to staff development by sharing expertise in dialysis processes during team meetings and training sessions.
- Demonstrated proficiency in various types of dialysis equipment, quickly adapting to new technologies as they were introduced.
- Assisted physicians in evaluating patients'' dialysis needs, effectively communicating pertinent information regarding treatment progress.
- Safely transported, transferred and positioned patients on chairs for treatment.
- Exceeded quality assurance standards by consistently adhering to established protocols and following best practices in dialysis care provision.
- Safeguarded patients through vigilant observation for any adverse reactions or complications, taking swift corrective action when necessary.
- Facilitated strong communication channels between patients, families, and healthcare providers for optimal collaborative care efforts.
- Served as a reliable resource for colleagues, offering guidance on dialysis procedures while fostering a supportive work environment.
- Advanced professional knowledge by attending conferences, workshops, and continuing education programs related to renal care advancements.
- Inventoried, ordered and restocked equipment and supplies needed for hemodialysis treatment.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members for comprehensive patient care, adjusting treatment plans as needed.
- Enhanced workflow efficiency with thorough machine maintenance, troubleshooting issues promptly to minimize downtime.
- Supported seamless transitions between shifts by thoroughly updating incoming technicians on patient status and ongoing treatment requirements.
- Ensured patient safety and comfort by meticulously setting up and operating dialysis machines.
- Streamlined patient check-in process, reducing wait times and increasing patient satisfaction.
- Enhanced team collaboration, regularly participating in interdisciplinary team meetings to plan patient care.
- Reduced environmental impact by implementing waste reduction strategies in dialysis process.
- Increased clinic operational efficiency, assisting in scheduling and coordination of patient appointments.
- Strengthened patient relationships, consistently providing compassionate and empathetic care.
- Optimized treatment effectiveness by accurately calculating and setting dialysis machine parameters for each patient.
- Increased patient compliance with treatment plans by offering supportive counseling and education.
Dialysis Technician
Piedmont Hospital Acutes
Stockbridge, GA
02.2021 - 07.2024
Biomedical Technician
Fresenius Medical Care Holdings Inc.
Forest Park, GA
10.2010 - 09.2015
- Maintained proper care and storage of diagnostic tools and equipment and tracked inventory.
- Assisted hospital staff in understanding the proper use of biomedical equipment, reducing user error incidents.
- Conducted thorough evaluations of newly acquired medical equipment, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
- Performed preventative maintenance on a variety of biomedical devices, prolonging their operational lifespan.
- Maintained safe work environment and adhered to privacy regulations.
- Trained staff on proper operation of equipment as well as initial troubleshooting techniques.
- Enhanced equipment reliability by performing routine maintenance and calibration on medical devices.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to develop and implement new medical equipment protocols.
- Performed preventive maintenance for medical equipment.
- Reduced device downtime through efficient troubleshooting and repair of biomedical equipment.
- Documented information regarding installations, repairs and inventory checks.
- Utilized strong problem-solving skills to diagnose complex medical equipment issues, ensuring both accuracy and efficiency in repairs.
- Performed Electrical Safety Inspections (ESI) and Performance Assurance (PA) inspections.
- Documented service and repair procedures accurately and completely and submitted monthly reports to manager.
- Inspected, tested and calibrated medical equipment before installing.
- Maintained a clean, organized work environment with proper safety protocols in place at all times, promoting a culture of responsibility and professionalism within the team.
- Contributed to the development of training materials for new hires as well as ongoing educational resources for veteran technicians within the team.
Dialysis Technician
Gambro Healthcare
Atlanta, GA
06.2000 - 07.2010
- Measured and recorded patients' pre-dialysis and post-dialysis vital statistics.
- Set up and operated dialysis machines for patients receiving treatment for kidney failure.
- Cleaned and connected fistulas, grafts and catheters to prevent infection.
- Maintained a clean and safe environment through diligent adherence to infection control protocols.
- Explained dialysis procedures to patients and answered questions and concerns prior to starting dialysis.
- Reduced infection rates by maintaining strict aseptic techniques during all procedures.
- Performed routine quality control and safety checks on all equipment.
- Assisted physicians in evaluating patients'' dialysis needs, effectively communicating pertinent information regarding treatment progress.
- Safely transported, transferred and positioned patients on chairs for treatment.
- Exceeded quality assurance standards by consistently adhering to established protocols and following best practices in dialysis care provision.
- Safeguarded patients through vigilant observation for any adverse reactions or complications, taking swift corrective action when necessary.
- Facilitated strong communication channels between patients, families, and healthcare providers for optimal collaborative care efforts.
- Inventoried, ordered and restocked equipment and supplies needed for hemodialysis treatment.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members for comprehensive patient care, adjusting treatment plans as needed.
- Supported seamless transitions between shifts by thoroughly updating incoming technicians on patient status and ongoing treatment requirements.
- Ensured patient safety and comfort by meticulously setting up and operating dialysis machines.
- Enhanced team collaboration, regularly participating in interdisciplinary team meetings to plan patient care.
- Streamlined patient check-in process, reducing wait times and increasing patient satisfaction.
- Increased clinic operational efficiency, assisting in scheduling and coordination of patient appointments.
- Reduced environmental impact by implementing waste reduction strategies in dialysis process.
- Advanced clinical skills by participating in ongoing education and training on new dialysis techniques.
- Optimized treatment effectiveness by accurately calculating and setting dialysis machine parameters for each patient.
- Supported patient well-being, monitoring for signs of distress or infection post-dialysis.
- Improved patient outcomes by carefully monitoring and adjusting dialysis treatment parameters.
- Improved treatment outcomes, tailoring dialysis modalities to each patient's specific needs.
- Minimized complications by promptly identifying and reporting any adverse reactions during dialysis.
- Facilitated smoother operations by maintaining dialysis equipment in optimal condition.
- Cleaned and sterilized instruments, equipment and surfaces.
- Maintained accurate patient charts and medical records.
Education
Associate Of Business Administration -
Southern Crescent Technical College
Griffin, GAHigh School Diploma -
Charles L Harper High School
Atlanta, GA06.1985
Skills
- Hemodialysis procedures
- Patient education
- Infection control standards
- Patient care
- Dialysis treatment
- Vascular Access management
- Equipment maintenance
- Patient care techniques
- Infection control protocols
- Fluid management
- Patient observation
- Blood sample collection
- Measuring vital signs
- Safety monitoring
- Direct patient care
- Documentation accuracy
- Continuous renal replacement therapy
- Treatment documentation
- Patient health education
- Specimen handling
- Biohazardous waste disposal
- Patient relationship management
- Electrolyte balance maintenance
- Medication administration
- HIPAA
- Anemia management
- Home dialysis support
- Records management
- Aseptic techniques
- Emergency response
- Team collaboration
Certification
Certified Hemodialysis Technician
Timeline
Dialysis Technician
Piedmont Hospital Acutes
02.2021 - 07.2024
Dialysis Technician
South Fulton Dialysis
01.2015 - Current
Biomedical Technician
Fresenius Medical Care Holdings Inc.
10.2010 - 09.2015
Dialysis Technician
Gambro Healthcare
06.2000 - 07.2010
Associate Of Business Administration -
Southern Crescent Technical College
High School Diploma -
Charles L Harper High School