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Kristin VanKleek

Crown Point

Summary

Dynamic and dedicated professional with experience as a Surgery Aide at Powers Health, skilled in patient handling and proficient in Epic software. Known for outstanding interpersonal skills and a strong commitment to enhancing patient care, I effectively managed patient needs and contributed to efficient clinic operations. I am looking to learn and upgrade my personal skills and abilities.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience

Work History

Surgery Aide

Powers Health
06.2020 - Current
  • Transport inpatient or emergency room patients to surgery holding room
  • Sanitize and dress surgical carts
  • Take specimens to Pathology, Histology or Cytology
  • Transport blood products to the requesting OR
  • Order supplies and stock holding room and OR scrub stations
  • Keep warmers filled with sterile saline and sterile water and blankets
  • Bring ortho beds down for the ortho patient cases admitted to be transported to their room on
  • Check expiration dates on supplies monthly





Radiology Aide

Powers Health
11.2018 - 06.2020
  • Transport patients to and from various radiology departments
  • Ensure strict adherence to radiology department schedule list
  • Deliver patients chart to appropriate medical staff
  • Thoroughly sanitize transport equipment
  • Train new hire radiology aides

Physical Therapy Aide

Machen Therapy and Sports Medicine
05.2015 - 10.2018
  • Assisted physical therapists in implementing treatment for diverse patient needs.
  • Managed patient scheduling and maintained accurate records to ensure efficient clinic operations.
  • Educated patients on therapeutic exercises and promoted adherence to rehabilitation protocols implemented by the physical therapist
  • Data entry of patient information/insurance. Also obtained authorization


Live-In Caregiver

Self Employed Services
06.2011 - 04.2015
  • Assisted clients with daily living activities, enhancing comfort and independence.
  • Monitored client health, reporting changes to family promptly.
  • Developed personalized care plans in collaboration with family members and healthcare professionals.
  • Implemented safety protocols, ensuring a secure and supportive living environment.

Education

Certified EMT -

Hammond Area Career Center
Hammond, IN

Skills

  • Proficient in Epic and Web PT software
  • Enthusiastic team player
  • Skilled physical therapy assistant
  • Positive customer/patient interactions
  • Outstanding interpersonal skills/ positive customer-patient interactions
  • Motivation and initiative
  • Patient handling

Timeline

Surgery Aide

Powers Health
06.2020 - Current

Radiology Aide

Powers Health
11.2018 - 06.2020

Physical Therapy Aide

Machen Therapy and Sports Medicine
05.2015 - 10.2018

Live-In Caregiver

Self Employed Services
06.2011 - 04.2015

Certified EMT -

Hammond Area Career Center

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