Leonel Lopez Ledesma
Chula Vista
Summary
Professional healthcare technician prepared for role, bringing specialized experience in gastrointestinal procedures. Skilled in patient care, endoscopic equipment handling, and sterile techniques. Strong focus on team collaboration and achieving optimal patient outcomes. Known for reliability and adaptability in dynamic clinical settings.
Knowledgeable with strong foundation in gastroenterology procedures and patient care. Demonstrated ability to assist in diagnostic and therapeutic endoscopic procedures, ensuring patient comfort and safety. Proven track record of maintaining sterile environments and accurate documentation, showcasing proficiency in technical skills and patient interaction.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
G. I. Technician
Euclid Endoscopy Center
01.2019 - Current
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to ensure patient safety in GI endoscopy procedures, ensuring optimal patient care.
- Streamlined resource utilization by effectively coordinating schedules for GI procedures.
- Mentored new technicians joining the team, fostering an environment conducive to learning and professional growth.
- Reduced procedure time for colonoscopies by streamlining pre-operative preparations and patient education.
- Supported physicians during complex procedures, anticipating needs and assisting with critical tasks.
- Improved patient outcomes by providing thorough GI assessments and delivering high-quality care.
- Supported physicians and nursing staff during procedures.
- Assisted physicians and nursing staff with various tasks and responsibilities during procedures.
- Verified proper stocking and readiness of day surgery and operating rooms by ordering equipment and supplies for upcoming procedures.
- Retrieved and disposed of specimens according to established protocols.
- Cleaned and disinfected endoscopic equipment and scopes according to infection control guidelines and standards.
- Assisted physicians in performing upper and lower gastrointestinal examinations, and esophageal dilation.
- Handled inventory and preparation for upcoming procedures by ensuring rooms were stocked and set-up for patients.
- Assisted in the diagnosis of gastrointestinal disorders through accurate collection and processing of biopsy specimens.
- Maintained safe working environments by adhering to strict infection control policies and procedures.
- Increased efficiency in endoscopy unit operations by organizing equipment and maintaining sterilization protocols.
- Provided empathetic support to patients'' families during difficult times, demonstrating excellent bedside manner skills.
Education
Diploma - Medical Assistant
UEI College
San Diego, CA08.2018
High School Diploma -
Chula Vista High School
Chula Vista, CA06.2016
Skills
- Biopsy handling
- Patient care
- Specimen collection
- Medical equipment maintenance
- Instrument sterilization
- Clips Placement
- GI procedure assistance
- Direct patient care
- Educating patients
- Infection control standards
- Sterilization techniques
- Patient positioning
- HIPAA
- Transporting patients
- Materials management
- Patient preparation
- Room preparation
- Procedure assistanc
- Maintaining endoscopic equipment
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Problem-solving
- Time management
- Multitasking
- Problem-solving abilities
- Excellent communication
- Critical thinking
- Task prioritization
- Professionalism
- Troubleshooting equipment
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Certification
- GI Technical Specialist Certificate – Society of Gastroenterology Nurses and Associates, Inc. SGNA.
Timeline
G. I. Technician
Euclid Endoscopy Center
01.2019 - Current
- GI Technical Specialist Certificate – Society of Gastroenterology Nurses and Associates, Inc. SGNA.
Diploma - Medical Assistant
UEI College
High School Diploma -
Chula Vista High School
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