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Smyrna, Georgia, United States

Urology Technicians prepare patients for urological procedures; perform various catheterizations; instill medications; assist in surgery; take and develop X-rays; schedule surgical procedures; assist and instruct patients in care and maintenance of urological appliances; and maintain supplies and equipment. Incumbents review patients' charts to determine the reasons for patients' visits; insure that required equipment is on hand for specific examinations and procedures; obtain urine specimens from patients; spin down and prepare slides for physician's examination; perform and assist physician with various endoscopy procedures; and instruct patients in proper catheter care and use of fluids and solutions. Incumbents may remove sutures and change dressings; and may perform other related duties as requested by physician.

Decatur, Georgia, United States

Serves as primary scrub person who handles instruments, supplies and equipment duringall surgical procedures to include extremely complex procedures such as thoracic, majorvascular, neurosurgery, microsurgery and total joint replacements. Sets up sterile field with all necessary items for each procedure such as poweredequipment, fiber optic equipment, laparoscopic equipment, navigational equipment,microscopic, injectors, lasers, arthroscopy equipment, urology equipment and OR tableaccessories. Plans for each procedure and assures that all supplies, instruments and equipment areavailable before the procedure begins. Observes, prioritizes and responds promptly to each stage of the surgical procedure andanticipates the needs of the surgeon by maintaining a high level of concentration forextended periods of time.

Served as liaison between the Attorney and individuals in the public, other attorneys andGovernment offices. Discerned priorities and proactively managed timelines to elevateattorneys' work. Maintained the attorney’s appointment calendar, scheduled appointmentsindependently, Managed complex schedules which included travel, accommodations and eventschedules. Coordinated and scheduled meetings and conference calls that cross timezones with multiple attendees who have changing and sometimes conflicting calendars;monitored deadlines and due dates for case preparation; set and adjusted short termpriorities; handled high-level internal and external communications; reviewed outgoingcorrespondence for proper attachments, signatures, clearances and conformance to officeprocedures, and grammatical aspects. Signed correspondence during the attorney’sabsences, or for predetermined situations, ensuring its accuracy and consistency with theattorneys’ views. Accurately and timely handled legal bills and expense reports; created, updated andmaintained reports requiring compilation of data from different sources general tocomplex spreadsheets. Managed very confidential information on an ongoing basis;researched highly confidential information in processing documents and creating reportswhile working within document retention schedules.

San Antonio, Texas Metropolitan Area

Implemented the regular teacher’s lesson plan while the teacher is absent. Instructedstudents through lecture, discussion and demonstration. Managed the classroom activities to include attending to the physical needs of thestudents and assists with the administrative requirements of the program. Instructed students and managed their behavior. Established and enforced rules forbehavior and procedures for maintaining order among the students.

Joint Base San Antonio Tx

• Managed, reviewed and updated personnel records filing system, both automated and manually: provided administrative support for the FOIA programs.• Prepared and typed staffing reports and correspondence through evaluating incoming and outgoing personnel; processed recommendations; prepared, updated, and coordinated requests for evaluations; managed unit budget, supplies, and property inventory.• Supervised and performed specific functions including planning, mail processing functions, receiving, sorting, routing, dispatch, transportation, and delivery to customers.

San Antonio, Texas Area

The instructor independently plans and carries out training sessions within the prescribed course framework. The incumbent resolves normal classroom problems and makes outside contacts for supplemental information and materials. The employee obtains guidance before taking action to resolve unusual matters or questions of program objectives and policy. Recommendations for course modifications receive review for consistency with overall course material, for technical accuracy, and for educational adequacy. Courses are audited and evaluated periodically by higher level instructors. The instructor participates in task analyses for determining training requirements or in special staff studies of training and testing materials, for which they receive specific guidance on coverage, methodology, approaches, and sources to use

Ft. Benning Ga Ft.Hood Texas

The Supervisor for the Sterile Processing Team functions under the direction of the Sterile Processing Manager to assist with the coordination and implementation of surgical instrument processing and work flow. This includes the processing of supplies and equipment, performing cleaning and sterilization duties, preparing surgical packs, supplies, linens and instruments in the central supply area. Works with the medical and nursing staff in assuring that operating rooms are adequately stocked with necessary equipment and supplies are prepared and present so that surgical cases operate efficiently and on-time.The Supervisor for the Sterile Processing Team functions under the direction of the Sterile Processing Manager to assist with the coordination and implementation of surgical instrument processing and work flow. This includes the processing of supplies and equipment, performing cleaning and sterilization duties, preparing surgical packs, supplies, linens and instruments in the central supply area. Works with the medical and nursing staff in assuring that operating rooms are adequately stocked with necessary equipment and supplies are prepared and present so that surgical cases operate efficiently and on-time.

Joint Base Ft Lewis Wa

Emergency Medical Technician; evaluated and assessed injuries, administered emergency medical care. Administered first aid treatment or life support care to sick or injured persons in pre-hospital settings. Assisted with inpatient and outpatient care and treatment. Operated equipment, such as electrocardiograms (EKGs), external defibrillators, or bag valve mask resuscitators in advanced life support environments. Performed emergency diagnostic and treatment procedures, such as stomach suction, airway management, or heart monitoring during ambulance ride. Instructed soldiers on Combat Lifesaver/First Responder training course. Managed soldier's medical readiness, medical supplies, and equipment.

Master Of Science - Ms, Healthcare Management, 3.675

Bachelors Of Science, Applied Heath & Technology