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Dialysis Patient Technician

Location:
Houston, TX
Posted:
December 30, 2022

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CHAVAWNA

TALLEY

aducoy@r.postjobfree.com

(***) *** - 0344

Katy, TX 77449

SKILLS

• Calm and Professional Under Pressure

• Efficient and Detail-Oriented

• Clinical and Operational Judgement

• Skilled in Microsoft Office Suite

• Clerical and Administrative Support

• Immunizations and Vaccinations

• Phlebotomy Functions

• Advanced Computer Proficiency

• Epic

• MEDITECH

• Lab Equipment Operation

• Inventory and Supply Management

• Medical Histories and Vital Statistics

EDUCATION

ETI Technical College

Niles, OH • 06/2006

Associate of Applied Science: Medical Assisting

Rayen High School

Youngstown, OH • 06/2003

High School Diploma

CERTIFICATIONS

• Certified Phlebotomy Technician

• Certified Dialysis Technician

• BLS/CPR

• BONENT

PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY

Exceptional Certified Phlebotomy Technician/Certified Dialysis Technician/Medical Assistant who possess over 16 years of combined experience in high demand, fast paced clinical, home health, and hospital settings, Well rounded in providing therapeutic phlebotomy, excellent dialysis care, and medical assisting. Well- organized, self-motivated, and knowledgeable about successful strategies for managing fast-paced work. Currently, seeking an on-site of remote Phlebotomy, Dialysis, or Medical Assisting position in an excelling company. WORK HISTORY

Quest Diagnostics - Phlebotomy Technician

Katy, TX • 07/2021 - Current

• Promote mission, vision and values of organization and train new clinical staff in phlebotomy procedures.

• Organize daily work based on collection priority and obtain blood specimens by drawing blood from veins by vacuum tube, syringe, or butterfly venipuncture methods.

• Maintain exam rooms by ordering supplies, transporting specimens, washing, and packing instruments and changing solutions.

• Assist with office procedures by monitoring patient flow, performing telephone screening and managing insurance verifications.

University Of Cincinnati Medical Center - Certified Dialysis Technician Cincinnati, OH • 11/2019 - 07/2021

• Provided in-patient care for a large number of dialysis patients simultaneously focusing on providing clean, safe, and comfortable treatment environment.

• Recorded patient's pre-dialysis weight, vitals, and any new medical conditions.

• Conducted equipment and safety checks on hemodialysis equipment and supplies.

• Monitored each patient closely during treatment to check for any adverse reactions or change in condition and reported emergencies to attending nurses. DaVita/American Renal Associates - Dialysis Patient Care Technician Ravenna, OH • 08/2016 - 11/2019

• Welcomed assigned patients, inquired about wellbeing since their last treatment, obtained necessary pre and post treatment vital signs such as blood pressure and weight and performed vascular access evaluation pretreatment.

• Initiated dialysis treatment according to prescribed orders including blood flow and dialysate flow, observed patients, and conducted machine safety checks according to facility policy, and reported any change or unusual findings to the registered nurse or supervisor.

• Calculated and setting entry of individual patients' dialysis machine programming for Ultrafiltration (UF) goal, treatment time, and UF modeling as prescribed.

• Provided accurate documentation of information related to patient treatment including completion of Hemodialysis Treatment Sheet and, progress notes if necessary.

American Health Associates - Mobile Phlebotomist

Cleveland, OH • 07/2016 - 11/2017

• Assessed patient venipuncture needs with respect to age, physical condition, and mental status.

• Collected blood samples using vacutainer tubes, tourniquets, syringes, butterfly needles, and straight needles.

• Used personal protective equipment correctly to protect coworkers and patients.

• Maintained and presented a positive attitude and concern for the safety of patients and staff, while providing quality patient care.

Fresenius Medical Center - Dialysis Patient Care Technician Youngstown, OH • 07/2013 - 08/2016

• Welcomed assigned patients, inquired about wellbeing since their last treatment, obtained necessary pre and post treatment vital signs such as blood pressure and weight and performed vascular access evaluation pretreatment.

• Initiated dialysis treatment according to prescribed orders including blood flow and dialysate flow, observed patients, and conducted machine safety checks according to facility policy, and reported any change or unusual findings to the registered nurse or supervisor.

• Calculated and setting entry of individual patients' dialysis machine programming for Ultrafiltration (UF) goal, treatment time, and UF modeling as prescribed.

• Provided accurate documentation of information related to patient treatment including completion of Hemodialysis Treatment Sheet and, progress notes if necessary.

Mercy Health Hospital - Perioperative Care Technician Youngstown, OH • 01/2010 - 07/2013

• Eagerly provided assistance with transferring and positioning patients within operating rooms.

• Prepared O.R. suites by performing complete room turnover between cases, end of day, and by performing terminal cleans as needed.

• Maintained sterile and non-sterile supply stock in O.R. suites, around scrub sinks, fluid and blanket warmers, and anesthesia workstations.

• Made frequent trips to the blood bank, pathology, and other areas of the hospital to meet care and patient prep requirements, and transported specimens to appropriate department accompanied by proper paperwork when directed. Mercy Health Hospital - Lab Assistant

Youngstown, OH • 01/2008 - 01/2010

• Delivered exceptional customer service to every patient and visitor by leveraging extensive knowledge of services and creating welcoming, positive experiences.

• Managed multi-line phone system, by answering inquiries and directing calls to appropriate personnel.

• Administered therapeutic phlebotomy, performed lab specimen collection via nasal, oropharyngeal, and other various sites, labeled transfer tubes and followed exact directions for handling and storing specimens for transport.

• Utilized Lab Information System (LIS) and Hospital Information System (HIS) to conduct functions related to phlebotomy, order entry, result look-up, report generation, specimen receiving, and preparation.

Visiting Physicians Association - Medical Assistant Youngstown, OH • 09/2006 - 01/2008

• Assisted the VPA Physician in the delivery of primary health care and patient care management in a residential setting by traveling to patients' homes to complete healthcare services and promote continuity of care.

• Prepared patients for examinations and treatments as ordered by corresponding Physician or APP proactively in a timely manner.

• Documented, labeled, stored, and properly packaged patient specimens and information in compliance with CLIA standards for accurate processing and testing.

• Performed all clinical duties while observing OSHA and HIPAA requirements. REFERENCES

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