Katie Padro
Croydon
Summary
Experienced Emergency Department Technician offering 7-year background in trauma and emergency unit. Proven leader successful in working as part of larger team to deliver high-quality care and achieve optimal patient outcomes. Highly skilled in assisting physicians and nurses with wide range of bedside procedures, cleaning and restocking treatment areas and maintaining highest standards of safety.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Inventory Technician
Capital Health Regional Medical Center
04.2024 - Current
- Ordering supplies, organization, and maintenance of unit specific supplies to facilitate patient treatment and flow through the department.
- Responsible for reporting identified safety issues such as hazardous environments such as, damaged floors/walls/ceiling tiles/unsecured areas and medical errors.
- Communicates effectively and collaborates with nurses and other patient care providers.
- Collaborated with purchasing department to maintain optimal stock levels, preventing stockouts and overstock situations.
Emergency Room Critical Care Technician
Capital Health Regional Medical Center
11.2017 - Current
- Consistently providing professional, high-quality care under pressure, successfully managing multiple priorities during critical situations and emergency scenarios.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary healthcare teams, contributing valuable insights for individualized patient treatment plans.
- Performed advanced diagnostic tests such as EKGs or blood draws that contributed to prompt diagnosis of life-threatening conditions.
- Exceptional experience in the Trauma Bay supporting physicians during invasive procedures like central line placements or endotracheal intubations leading to safer executions.
- Mentored new hires through hands-on training sessions, fostering a supportive learning environment for team growth and development.
Medical Assistant
Regional Hematology Oncology Associates
05.2011 - 07.2021
- Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
- Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms, and allergies.
- Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions, and prepared for physician examinations.
- Performed medical records management, including filing, organizing and scanning documents.
- Documented vital signs and health history for patients in clinic and hospital environments.
- Built strong relationships with patients through effective communication skills that foster trust in the clinic''s commitment to quality care.
- Maintained a safe and clean clinical environment by adhering to infection control guidelines and disposing of biohazardous waste properly.
- Kept medical supplies in sufficient stock by monitoring levels and submitting replenishment orders before depleted.
Pharmacy Technician
RHOA Pharmacy
09.2017 - 09.2017
- Answered incoming phone calls and addressed questions from customers and healthcare providers.
- Stocked, labeled, and inventoried medication to keep accurate records.
- Calculated dosage, filled prescriptions, and prepared prescription labels with absolute accuracy.
- Consulted with insurance company representatives to complete claims processing, resolve concerns, and reconcile payments.
- Maintained proper drug storage procedures, registries, and records for controlled drugs.
- Collected co-payments or full payments from customers.
- Finding funding for patients who couldn't afford their medications.
Guest Service Team Member/Cashier
Target
11.2008 - 04.2015
Education
Associates of Nursing - Nursing
Bucks County Community College
Newtown, PA2026
Medical Assistant Administrative Technology Associates Degree -
Lincoln Technical Institute- NE Campus
Northeast Philadelphia04.2010
High School Diploma -
Harry S Truman High School
06.2008
Skills
- Prepping exam rooms
- Venipuncture
- Injections
- Scheduling appointments
- Assisting doctors with procedures
- Recording vital signs
- Ordering supplies
- Answering phone calls/Calling patients regarding blood work or upcoming appointments
- Following up on patient blood work
- Filling prescriptions
- Prior authorizations
- Patient funding
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Attention to Detail
- Stocking and Organization
- Excellent Communication
Timeline
Inventory Technician
Capital Health Regional Medical Center
04.2024 - Current
Emergency Room Critical Care Technician
Capital Health Regional Medical Center
11.2017 - Current
Pharmacy Technician
RHOA Pharmacy
09.2017 - 09.2017
Medical Assistant
Regional Hematology Oncology Associates
05.2011 - 07.2021
Guest Service Team Member/Cashier
Target
11.2008 - 04.2015
Associates of Nursing - Nursing
Bucks County Community College
Medical Assistant Administrative Technology Associates Degree -
Lincoln Technical Institute- NE Campus
High School Diploma -
Harry S Truman High School
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