Victor Lopez
San Diego,CA
Summary
Patient focused EMT with a 4 year background in pre-hospital and clinical care settings, excited to bring compassion and expertise to the workplace as a competent Technician. Highly adept at maintaining composure, punctuality, and professionalism in high pressure environments with an emphasis on constant self improvement in all areas of patient care that are within my personal scope of practice.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
ER Technician
UCSD Health
08.2023 - Current
- Assisted with resuscitation, CPR, and emergency airway procedures.
- Assisted medical professionals with diagnostic procedures, contributing to accurate diagnoses and appropriate treatment plans.
- Operated medical equipment proficiently, optimizing its use for diagnostic purposes or patient monitoring.
- Streamlined communication between medical staff, enhancing collaboration and improving patient outcomes.
- Facilitated transfer of patients throughout medical facility and between departments.
- Worked with nurses to assess patients and prepare for tests and procedures.
ER Technician (SSRS Float Pool)
SCRIPPS HEALTH
07.2022 - 08.2023
- Collected vital signs accurately and consistently, allowing for timely interventions when necessary.
- Assisted with resuscitation, CPR, and emergency airway procedures.
- Maintained a clean and safe environment for patients, reducing the risk of infection and promoting overall wellbeing.
- Managed inventory of supplies within the ER unit assuring proper stocking levels for daily operations.
- Worked with nurses to assess patients and prepare for tests and procedures.
- Applied critical thinking skills in various situations such as prioritizing tasks based on severity level or recognizing potential life-threatening conditions.
- Assisted with wound care and dressing changes, promoting proper healing and preventing potential complications.
EMT-Basic
American Medical Response, AMR
08.2021 - 07.2022
- Facilitated seamless handoffs to hospital staff through comprehensive documentation and verbal reports of patient care provided during transport.
- Managed stressful situations calmly under pressure while maintaining composure to provide the best care possible for patients experiencing traumatic events.
- Assisted paramedics with advanced life support interventions when necessary, acting as an integral part of the emergency response team.
- Evaluated patient vital signs and status to determine care needs using pulse oximeters and electronic vital sign machines.
Barista
Starbucks
01.2020 - 04.2021
- Maintained a clean and organized workspace for optimal productivity and safety.
- Contributed to a positive team environment through effective communication and collaboration with colleagues.
- Managed time effectively to balance both front-of-house tasks and back-of-house responsibilities during busy periods.
- Trained new employees, sharing knowledge and expertise of coffees, teas, and merchandise.
- Assisted in inventory management to maintain adequate stock levels and reduce wastage.
Education
Associate of Science - Biology
Southwestern College
Chula Vista, CA09.2026
High School Diploma -
SDSCPA
San Diego, CA05.2016
Skills
- Patient Transport
- Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation
- Airway Management
- Diagnostic Testing
- Orthopedic Splinting
- Medical Terminology
- Measuring and monitoring vitals
- Collecting medical samples
- Basic patient care
- Wound Care
- Cardiac monitoring
- Seizure Management
Certification
- Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) Certification - National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians.
- Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification - American Heart Association.
- First Aid Certification
- BART Certified for UCSD Health System
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Full Professional
Timeline
ER Technician
UCSD Health
08.2023 - Current
ER Technician (SSRS Float Pool)
SCRIPPS HEALTH
07.2022 - 08.2023
EMT-Basic
American Medical Response, AMR
08.2021 - 07.2022
Barista
Starbucks
01.2020 - 04.2021
Associate of Science - Biology
Southwestern College
High School Diploma -
SDSCPA
- Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) Certification - National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians.
- Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification - American Heart Association.
- First Aid Certification
- BART Certified for UCSD Health System
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