Aissa Desalisa
London,ON
Summary
Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong worth ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Sleep Lab Technician
Peaksleep Clinic
London, ON
06.2022 - Current
- Performed EEG hook ups using the 10-20 system
- Monitored patient's vital signs during the course of the study.
- Performed polysomnography and other sleep studies to assess patients' sleep disorders.
- Operated a variety of sophisticated medical instruments such as EEG machines, oximeters, video cameras.
- Ensured that all safety protocols were followed during testing procedures.
- Observed patients sleeping patterns through video monitoring systems.
- Performed routine maintenance on equipment used in sleep labs.
- Provided feedback to supervisors regarding any issues encountered while performing duties.
- Cleaned medical equipment or facilities.
- Maintained accurate documentation of all test results and data.
Respiratory Therapist
King Abulaziz Medical Center -National Guard Hospital
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
06.2006 - 09.2021
- Performed Sleep study and Overnight Pulse Oximetry studies
- Set up and monitored mechanical ventilators and handled associated critical care duties.
- Conducted cardiopulmonary resuscitation and airway maintenance.
- Assisted in training new hires on department policies, protocols and safety procedures related to respiratory therapy practices.
- Conducted therapeutic and diagnostic procedures with treatment methods and equipment.
- Adhered to standards of excellence for respiratory care and diagnostic services.
- Performed bronchopulmonary drainage and assisted patients with breathing exercises.
- Administered medication and ventilatory support.
- Maintained patient airways with endotracheal intubation.
- Inspected and cleaned respiratory therapy equipment to maintain functionality.
- Conducted EKGs, stress testing or lung capacity tests to evaluate patients' cardiopulmonary functions.
- Performed bronchopulmonary drainage and instructed patients in breathing exercises.
Respiratory Technician
De La Salle University Medical Center
Cavite, Philippines
10.2003 - 05.2006
- Performed pulmonary function tests, including spirometry and diffusion capacity studies.
- Assisted with respiratory care procedures such as oxygen therapy, aerosol treatments, and chest physiotherapy.
- Monitored patients' vital signs during respiratory treatments.
- Administered medications prescribed by physicians for the treatment of respiratory conditions.
- Maintained patient records and prepared reports on patient progress.
- Provided emergency assistance to patients experiencing breathing difficulties or distress due to asthma attacks or COPD exacerbations.
- Instructed patients in proper use of home medical equipment such as nebulizers and inhalers.
- Evaluated effectiveness of treatments and reported any changes in a patient's condition to physician staff members.
- Maintained cleanliness of all respiratory equipment used in the facility.
- Ensured that all safety protocols were followed while administering treatments to patients.
- Prepared patient rooms for examinations, treatments, and diagnostic testing procedures.
Education
Administration Assisstant - Administer Assistant
Fanshawe College of Applied Arts And Technology
London, ON06.2023
Personal Support Worker - Personal Support Worker
Conestoga College Institute of Technology And Advanced Learning
Kitchener, ON08.2022
Bachelor of Science - Respiratory Therapist
Emilio Aguinaldo College
Manila, Philippines06.2001
Skills
- Decision-Making
- Supply Management
- Team Collaboration
- Punctual and Dependable
- Interpersonal Communication
- Interdisciplinary Collaboration
- Strong Work Ethic
- Equipment Calibration
- Procedure Assistance
- Medical Terminology
Languages
English
Professional
Arabic
Limited
Filipino
Native/ Bilingual
Timeline
Sleep Lab Technician
Peaksleep Clinic
06.2022 - Current
Respiratory Therapist
King Abulaziz Medical Center -National Guard Hospital
06.2006 - 09.2021
Respiratory Technician
De La Salle University Medical Center
10.2003 - 05.2006
Administration Assisstant - Administer Assistant
Fanshawe College of Applied Arts And Technology
Personal Support Worker - Personal Support Worker
Conestoga College Institute of Technology And Advanced Learning
Bachelor of Science - Respiratory Therapist
Emilio Aguinaldo College