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Samantha Jones

Millidgeville

Summary

Highly motivated and committed CNA, EMT, EKG and Medical Assistant with proven history of superior performance at individual, team and organizational levels. Multitasks and prioritizes workloads with little or no supervision. Detail-oriented professional looking to bring medical background and team-building skills to deadline-driven environment.

Professional with strong expertise in cardiac catheterization procedures, ensuring precision and patient safety. Adept at collaborating with multidisciplinary teams, adapting to evolving clinical needs, and delivering optimal results. Possesses skills in hemodynamic monitoring, sterile technique, and emergency response, consistently maintaining high standards in fast-paced environment.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Cath Lab Technologist

Banner Hospital
Phoenix, AZ
03.2022 - Current
  • Improved patient safety by performing regular room checks to ensure a clean, hazard-free environment was maintained at all times.
  • Demonstrated flexibility and adaptability by seamlessly transitioning between various units within the hospital based on fluctuating staffing needs.
  • Reduced fall incidents by regularly monitoring patients'' movements and implementing appropriate interventions.
  • Supported patients'' mobility by safely transferring them to and from beds, wheelchairs, or other equipment.
  • Enhanced the overall well-being of patients through assisting with personal hygiene tasks and grooming.
  • Contributed to a positive team culture by actively participating in staff meetings, sharing ideas for process improvements, and providing constructive feedback to colleagues.
  • Promoted a positive environment for patients, family members, and staff through effective communication and active listening skills.
  • Aided nurses with medication administration tasks as needed, ensuring accuracy in dosage calculations and adherence to schedules.
  • Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
  • Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
  • Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
  • Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.

Cardiac Cath Lab Technologist

Saint Luke's Hospital
07.2020 - 08.2022
  • 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.
  • Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure and blood sugar levels.
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
  • Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments and evaluating patient needs.
  • Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
  • Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms and allergies.
  • Obtained biological specimens for ordered tests and prepared for laboratory transport.
  • Conferred with multidisciplinary healthcare team to help effectively manage patient conditions with regular testing and vitals assessments.
  • Maintained best-in-class standards for individualized care in Number-bed unit by continuously checking in with patients and families and quickly providing care.
  • Provided care to patients throughout lifespan with consideration of aging processes, human development stages and culture.
  • Monitored patient specimen samples and test results to effectively alert supervisors of potentially unhealthy changes.

Cath Lab Technologist

Saint Alphonsus Medical Center
Boise, ID
08.2020 - 07.2022
  • Determined medical and safety requirements at emergency scene by assessing medical status of ill or injured persons.
  • Administered basic life and advanced life support to patients at scene, en route to hospital and pre-hospital settings.
  • Remained up to date with current standards of care, equipment functions and certifications, licenses and registrations.
  • Protected self and others to prevent risk of communicable diseases and comply with safety regulations and procedures.
  • Responded to emergencies by choosing route, observing traffic conditions and avoiding dangerous situations by maintaining communications with dispatcher.
  • Removed victims from vehicles or scene of accident or catastrophe and assisted in transfer to receiving facilities.
  • Followed pre-printed and map-based directions to locate sites and maintained awareness of changes in roadways or points of access.
  • Participated in community programs to maintain company image and establish strong community relations.
  • Communicated with patients about pain, comfort and needs during transportation and preliminary medical care.
  • Restocked ambulance with proper equipment such as vents, ET tubes, medication and IV pump tubing to maintain optimum inventory.
  • Triaged patients in emergency situations based on life-threatening needs and delegated tasks to better provide treatment to maximum patients at once.
  • Collaborated with medical professionals to communicate patient needs with accuracy and speed using hospital and medical codes.
  • Communicated with lucid patients to gather incident and medical history information.
  • Facilitated preparation and training for mass-casualty occurrences to minimize loss of life and maximize patient recovery.
  • Administered tests and medication to stabilize patients in field or in transit.

Cath Lab Technologist

St. Luke's Regional Medical Center
Boise, ID
09.2021 - 04.2022
  • Assisted with routine checks and diagnostic testing by collecting and processing specimens.
  • Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions and prepared for physician examinations.
  • Ambulated, turned and positioned patients.
  • Verified appropriate lab couriers picked up collected lab specimens.
  • Sanitized, restocked and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
  • Obtained all prescribed laboratory testing.
  • Arranged surgeries with surgical center, confirming times with patients and preparing admission and consent forms.
  • Completed clinical procedures and gathered patient data for interpretation by physician.
  • Called and faxed pharmacies to submit prescriptions and refills.
  • Prepared patients for X-rays, electrocardiograms, suture removal and dressing changes.
  • Collaborated with medical and administrative personnel to maintain patient-focused, engaging and compassionate environment.
  • Improved patient experiences by efficiently managing appointments and maintaining organized medical records.
  • Maintained strict adherence to infection control protocols by following proper sterilization techniques for medical equipment.
  • Coordinated patient referrals to specialists or other healthcare providers as needed for comprehensive care management plans.
  • Enhanced clinic efficiency by assisting physicians with routine procedures and diagnostic tests.

Medical Assistant

Caliburn International
01.2021 - 05.2021
  • Compiled necessary documents for surgical billing packages.
  • Called and faxed pharmacies to submit prescriptions and refills.
  • Prepared patients for X-rays, electrocardiograms, suture removal and dressing changes.
  • Scheduled appointments, registered patients and distributed sample pharmaceuticals as prescribed.
  • Obtained pre- and post-treatment vital signs and weight.
  • Ordered and prepared reagents and supplies.
  • Prepared initial patient charts for admission.
  • Tested and recorded blood glucose levels.
  • Supported duties for diagnostic and technical treatment procedures, such as setting up and operating special medical equipment and apparatus.
  • Performed clerical duties, such as word processing, data entry, answering phones and filing.
  • Promoted office efficiency, coordinating charts, completing insurance forms and helping patients with diverse needs.
  • Taught patients about medications, procedures and care plan instructions.
  • Documented vital signs and health history for patients in clinic and hospital environments.
  • Arranged surgeries with surgical center, confirming times with patients and preparing admission and consent forms.
  • Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms and allergies.
  • Monitored patients' response to dialysis therapy and reported any unusual findings to nurse supervisor.

Medical Assistant

Medpro Staffing
08.2020 - 12.2020
  • Monitored patients' response to dialysis therapy and reported any unusual findings to nurse supervisor.
  • Obtained all prescribed laboratory testing.
  • Sanitized, restocked and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
  • Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions and prepared for physician examinations.
  • Assisted with routine checks and diagnostic testing by collecting and processing specimens.
  • Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms and allergies.
  • Arranged surgeries with surgical center, confirming times with patients and preparing admission and consent forms.
  • Kept medical supplies in sufficient stock by monitoring levels and submitting replenishment orders before depleted.

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  • Performed clerical duties, such as word processing, data entry, answering phones and filing.
  • Supported duties for diagnostic and technical treatment procedures, such as setting up and operating special medical equipment and apparatus.
  • Obtained pre- and post-treatment vital signs and weight.
  • Ordered and prepared reagents and supplies.

Administrative Assistant

Favorite Staffing
04.2020 - 08.2020
  • Coordinated travel arrangements by booking airfare, hotel and ground transportation.
  • Created PowerPoint presentations for business development purposes.
  • Created detailed expense reports and requests for capital expenditures.
  • Interacted with vendors, contractors and professional services personnel to receive orders, direct activities and communicate instructions.
  • Monitored premises, screened visitors, updated logs and issued passes to maintain security.
  • Handled client correspondence and tracked records to foster office efficiency.
  • Sorted and distributed office mail and recorded incoming shipments for corporate records.
  • Processed invoices and expenses using QuickBooks to facilitate on-time payment.
  • Coordinated bookkeeping activities in QuickBooks and Lawson.

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  • Offered office-wide software support and training, troubleshooting issues and optimizing usage.
  • Managed Access databases converting complex data into easy-to-interpret data.
  • Arranged rapid office equipment repair and maintenance with vendors.
  • Maintained staff directory and company policy handbook for human resources department.

EKG Technician

Healthsource Global
01.2019 - 02.2020
  • Educated patients on testing and preparation steps prior to procedure.
  • Administered testing with electrocardiogram for patients experiencing events and as screening tool.
  • Adhered to cleaning protocol for EKG machine, Holter cables and accessories to provide safe environment.
  • Communicated with healthcare workers and physicians concerning test results.
  • Provided instruction on Holter monitor and connected patient to analyzer.
  • Edited final test results to provide to physician for analysis.
  • Initiated CPR for patients in cardiac failure, responding to hospital crisis codes.
  • Monitored patient activity during stress test to record data.
  • Prepared Holter Monitor equipment and provided instruction and demonstration of use for patients and families.
  • Adjusted pacemakers, AICD and loop monitors with commitment to efficiency, data quality and overall comfort of patients.
  • Cultivated productive relationships with vendors specializing in pacers and AICDs, facilitating fulfillment of software and equipment orders.
  • Teamed with cardiologists and electrophysiologists in expediting diagnosis operations, providing detailed data in alignment with physician orders.
  • Managed remote device interrogations via online websites, producing detailed reports in alignment with specifications of diverse providers.
  • Assisted cardiac nurses with patient care and room preparation for tests.
  • Transcribed patient results and entered into office electronic recording system.
  • Interpreted tests and identified arrhythmias and heart abnormalities on patient's EKG and reported to cardiologist.
  • Conducted EKG, echocardiogram, stress tests and other ordered cardiac tests for Number+ patients per day.

Education

Certificate - CNA-104550 License Number

Nashoba Regional
Bolton, MA
06.2015

Diploma - Medical Assistant

UEI College
Chula Vista, CA
09.2008

Skills

  • Wound Care
  • Patient Relations
  • Routine Laboratory Testing
  • Treatment Room Preparation
  • Transcription and Dictation
  • Operating EKG Equipment
  • Cleaning and Organizing
  • Diagnostic Testing
  • Medical Supply Monitoring
  • Proper Sterilization Techniques
  • EMR Systems
  • Inventory and Supply Management
  • Catheter Change and Preparation
  • Medical Procedures Understanding
  • Insurance Claims
  • Professional Bedside Manner
  • HIPAA Compliance
  • Patient Skin and Nail Care
  • Injury Treatment
  • Explaining Instructions
  • Laboratory Testing
  • Basic Life Support
  • Vital signs monitoring
  • Dressing assistance
  • Feeding Assistance
  • Patient Care Coordination
  • Patient transportation
  • Patient Care
  • Patient-focused care
  • Compassionate
  • Bedside manner
  • Compassionate caregiver
  • Documenting behaviors
  • Specimen Collection
  • Maintaining privacy
  • Companionship and emotional support
  • Mobility Assistance
  • Activity Coordination
  • Medical Records Management
  • Outpatient Care
  • EMR / EHR
  • Pediatric Care
  • Indirect Patient Care
  • Conducting intakes
  • Quality Assurance Controls
  • Multitasking
  • Problem-solving abilities
  • Decision-Making
  • Adaptability and Flexibility
  • Effective Communication
  • Active Listening
  • CNA Certification
  • Hemodynamic monitoring
  • Stent placement
  • Pacemaker implantation
  • Cardiac catheterization
  • Defibrillator implantation
  • Intravascular ultrasound
  • Diagnostic testing
  • Electrophysiology studies
  • Equipment sterilization
  • Cardiovascular anatomy
  • Vascular imaging
  • Cath lab equipment operation
  • Radiation safety
  • Physiological measurements

Certification

  • CNA - Certified Nurse Assistant
  • OR Tech
  • Surgical Tech
  • PCT
  • EKG
  • MA
  • NA
  • ACLS
  • BLS
  • PALS
  • Wound Care

Timeline

Cath Lab Technologist

Banner Hospital
03.2022 - Current

Cath Lab Technologist

St. Luke's Regional Medical Center
09.2021 - 04.2022

Medical Assistant

Caliburn International
01.2021 - 05.2021

Cath Lab Technologist

Saint Alphonsus Medical Center
08.2020 - 07.2022

Medical Assistant

Medpro Staffing
08.2020 - 12.2020

Cardiac Cath Lab Technologist

Saint Luke's Hospital
07.2020 - 08.2022

Administrative Assistant

Favorite Staffing
04.2020 - 08.2020

EKG Technician

Healthsource Global
01.2019 - 02.2020

Certificate - CNA-104550 License Number

Nashoba Regional

Diploma - Medical Assistant

UEI College
Samantha Jones