Highly responsible technician with a strong background in patient education and technical support. Known for adaptability and effective communication, ready to leverage expertise to improve patient care and safety.
Overview
35
35
years of professional experience
Work History
Zoll Cardiac LIFE Vest Technician
ZOLL LifeVest
Peoria
09.2024 - Current
Operated and maintained ZOLL LifeVest equipment for patient safety.
Followed safety protocols during equipment handling and procedures.
Assisted in preparing and testing devices for patient use.
Responded to technical inquiries related to device operation from users.
Replaced defective components or parts as needed.
Place Zoll Life Vest on critical heart failure patients
Educate and train patients on the function of the Life Vest.
Travel to different areas of the region to visit patients.
Cardiology Technician
OSF Saint Francis Medical Center
Peoria
03.2008 - Current
Educated patients on cardiac health and procedures.
Operated and maintained cardiology diagnostic equipment.
Documented patient information in electronic health records accurately.
Ensured compliance with safety protocols during procedures.
Assisted in the preparation of reports summarizing test results for physicians' review and diagnosis.
Provided technical advice to other healthcare professionals regarding cardiology-related matters.
Ordered supplies necessary for cardiology procedures when needed.
Assisted in training technicians, medical students or other staff members.
Place a variety of different Heart Monitors on patients depending on orders from the physicians.
Do variety of cardiac testing for patients.
Respiratory Care Technician 2
Northwestern Memorial Hospital
Chicago
06.1991 - 02.1995
Maintained and cleaned respiratory equipment to ensure optimal functionality.
Participated in continuing education sessions to enhance clinical skills.
Provided education to patients on proper breathing techniques, use of inhalers and nebulizers and disease processes related to their diagnosis.
Participated in clinical research projects related to respiratory care therapies.
Participated in nation research that lead to CPAP being in hospitals everywhere.
Maintained respiratory equipment for main Therapist for hospital
Education
Certified Nursing Assistant - Nursing Education
Midwest Technical Institute
IL
12-2025
Bachelor of Science - Science/Administration
Excelsior College
Chicago, IL
06-2003
High School Diploma -
George Henry Corliss High School
Chicago, IL
06-1988
Skills
I love working with patients of all ages and have very good communication skills
Work well alone or as a member of a team
I can handle the responsibilities given to me and am able to complete the assigned tasks given
Team collaboration
Clinical research participation
Able to take criticism and grow from experiences
Love learning new things and want to continue to expand my education in the medical field