AMANDA J CROWELL
Phoenixville,PA
Summary
Extremely motivated Respiratory Therapist and HIM specialist with over five years of clinical experience in acute care, along with a professional background in biotechnology and vaccine production. Leverages clinical background and credentials to help clients optimize their health information systems and processes in order to improve patient care outcomes and particular goals. Possesses a strong passion for data, technology, and best practices in the field of clinical healthcare and patient advocacy. Extensively trained in medical and scientific documentation, auditing, and implementation of changes based on client needs.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Health Information Management Specialist
E4health
09.2023 - Current
- Operates computer-based systems to retrieve and store information and records.
- Researches and validates clinical data.
- Integrates decision support, clinical pathways and best practices into health information technology to enhance delivery of care and workflows.
- Directs and assisted pulling and procurement of medical files according to established procedures.
- Maintains 100% accuracy and security for medical records and health information.
- Performs regular quality and validation assessments on patient data to verify accuracy.
Registered Respiratory Therapist
Main Line Health System
12.2017 - 01.2020
- Provided care in all areas of Paoli hospital including level two trauma/ED, ICU, NICU, PACU, and medical/surgical floors
- Responded to hospital emergencies including code blue, rapid response, and emergency traumas. Worked closely with physicians in order to meet the individual needs of patient's respiratory/breathing needs in order to sustain a patient's life
- Assisted with intubations, responsible for assessing each patient for the need of invasive or non-invasive ventilation, and set up specific equipment accordingly to monitor patient response
- Responsible for arterial blood acquisitions and analysis, bedside pulmonary function tests, and in- patient sleep studies
Registered Respiratory Therapist
Abington Jefferson Hospital
05.2017 - 12.2017
- Provided care in Emergency ED, CHOP pediatric wing, medical/cardiac/neuro- surgical ICUs, PACU, and general floor care
- Responded to rapid response, code blue, and level 1 & 2 traumas
- Worked closely with physicians and nurses to deliver correct therapies based on Arterial blood gas results.
- Assembled, managed and operated mechanical ventilators to deliver airway management.
- Monitored patient's physiological responses to therapy such as vital signs, arterial blood gases, and blood chemistry changes.
- Monitored patient reactions to drugs and carefully documented findings.
- Aided physicians with various procedures such as bronchoscopies, ventilator management, and intubations.
- Administered various inhaled medication utilizing several techniques and respiratory equipment
- Educated patients and families on proper use of respiratory equipment and techniques for managing respiratory disorders to improve patient outcomes.
- Collaborated with physicians and other healthcare professionals to develop and implement patient treatment plans while inpatient and upon discharge
OPERATIONS MANAGER
MERCK AND CO
08.2012 - 04.2014
- Supervised operations for the cell expansion and formulation for the bulk manufacture of the varicella vaccine
- Managed direct reports, and scheduled personnel based on process needs.
- Established positive and effective communication among unit staff and organization leadership, reducing miscommunications, and missed deadlines.
- Identified and resolved unauthorized, unsafe, or ineffective practices.
- Managed inventory and supply chain operations to achieve timely and accurate delivery of goods and services.
- Supervised operations staff and kept employees compliant with company policies and procedures.
- Devised processes to boost long-term business success and increase profit levels.
- Strengthened system efficiency by identifying lagging operational processes and implementing optimal solutions.
- Translated complex technical information into intuitive clear format.
- Promoted efficient document processing by maintaining orderly and clean control room.
- Collaborated across departments and levels of management to gain consensus on procedural documentation.
- Assisted in continuous improvement activities while developing and maintaining resulting documents.
- Worked with internal team members to remedy issues with preemptive solutions.
BIOTECHNICIAN - SHIFT LEAD
SANOFI PASTEUR
03.2010 - 08.2012
- Extensively trained in Good Documentation Practices, documentation review per FDA guidelines, and took ownership of authoring Standard Operating Procedures.
- Certified Trainer for all incoming biotechnicians on each process in my area of logistics. Once fully trained, released them to work independently as it pertained to their area of manufacture of the meningitis vaccine.
- Identified areas of improvement within manufacturing processes and revised Standard Operating Procedure guidelines according to FDA documentation standards.
- Reviewed completed documentation, investigated deviations and worked individually with identified technicians to make proper corrections to describe or justify why deviations had occurred according to FDA guidelines.
- Highly trained in FDA investigations, and performed internal investigations during manufacturing processes.
Education
Associate of Science - RESPIRATORY CARE
BRIGHTWOOD CAREER INSTITUTE
Philadelphia, PA03.2017
Specialized Degree - Biotechnology
NORTHAMPTON COMMUNITY COLLEGE
Tannersville, PA05.2005
Skills
- Consistently produces 100% error-free abstracted charts
- Strong clinical judgement in a fast paced environment
- Proficient in interpreting complex medical cases
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills; confident, articulate, and professional speaking abilities
- Values the importance in Emotional Intelligence and how it contributes to a successful, inclusive and pleasant work environment
- Vast knowledge in medical terminology, and an exceptional ability to decipher unique charting styles
- Familiar with a multitude of EMR systems including, but not not limited to: Epic, Cerner, Sunrise EHR, Allscripts, Intergy EHR, and CPSI systems
- Directly involved with Main Line Health's massive EMR transition into EPIC
- Strongly places emphasis on family education and patient advocacy Heavily involved with end-of-life care in an acute setting
- Worked closely with Physicians, nurses, specialists, PT and OT professionals so as to provide a wholistic approach for the best outcome for each patient
Timeline
Health Information Management Specialist
E4health
09.2023 - Current
Registered Respiratory Therapist
Main Line Health System
12.2017 - 01.2020
Registered Respiratory Therapist
Abington Jefferson Hospital
05.2017 - 12.2017
OPERATIONS MANAGER
MERCK AND CO
08.2012 - 04.2014
BIOTECHNICIAN - SHIFT LEAD
SANOFI PASTEUR
03.2010 - 08.2012
Associate of Science - RESPIRATORY CARE
BRIGHTWOOD CAREER INSTITUTE
Specialized Degree - Biotechnology
NORTHAMPTON COMMUNITY COLLEGE
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