Hali Phillips
Corpus Christi,TX
Summary
Proactive Advanced Medical Technician with experience executing quality care in high-pressure situations. Deep knowledge in scene safety and management and outstanding team communication skills. Proudly demonstrated commitment, compassion and reasoned thinking while performing tasks rapidly to enhance patient outcomes. Hardworking and reliable in any job performed. Willing to also be in lead positions, and take on more responsibilities or advance within a company to a higher level position. Experienced medical assistant wanting to find a secure and stable job that offers 40 hours or more a week.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Advanced Emergency Medical Technician
Loyal Source Government Services, LLC
04.2023 - Current
- Evaluated patients at accident scenes to screen, assess and treat significant injuries.
- Providing basic life support and some advanced skills including assessments and collaborating with other healthcare professionals such as EMT’s, CMA’s, Doctors, and Nurse practitioners.
- Administration of medications according to protocols.
- Providing assessments, basic life support treatments and aid for border patrol agents as needed.
Medical Assistant
Nextcare Urgent Care
Victoria, TX
04.2022 - Current
- Performed preliminary physical tests to accurately record results in patient history summary.
- Relayed messages from patients to physicians about concerns, condition updates or refill requests to facilitate treatment.
- Interviewed and engaged patients to obtain medical history, chief complaints and vital signs.
- Educated patients about medications, procedures and physician's instructions.
- Contacted pharmacies to submit and refill patients' prescriptions.
- Assisted with diagnostic testing by collecting and packaging biological specimens for internal and laboratory analysis.
- Administered rapid tests for COVID and strep to help clinical staff assess conditions.
- Cleaned and maintained medical equipment following procedures and standards.
- Conducted insurance verification and pre-certification and pre-authorization functions.
- Secured patient information and maintained patient confidence by completing and safeguarding medical records.
- Administering medication shots, immunizations, and medicine per doctors order.
- Perform urine analysis, flu, RSV , strep, abbot and Sofia Covid test , draw blood, wound cultures , urine cultures, and std testing.
- Perform school physicals, drug screenings, BAT test, and DOT physicals.
- Perform 12 lead EKG .
- Assist with laceration procedures. Clean wounds and bandage.
- Applying splints , boots and numerous Ortho accessories .
- Maintenance and use of the sterilization machine.
Advanced Emergency Medical Technician/ EMT B
Prestige Patient Transport LLC
Victoria, TX
08.2019 - 01.2022
- Documented all calls in reports detailing type of incident and course of treatment.
- Operated emergency vehicles with caution to keep patients, public and first responders safe.
- Remained level-headed and proactive during emergency situations.
- Assessed emergency situations and prioritized medical care for patients.
- Managed care in field and in-transit, including performing standard testing and administering necessary medication.
- Evaluated patients' medical status and monitored vital signs during transit.
- Conducted equipment inspections and vehicle checks in adherence with required maintenance schedules.
- Performed CPR and used cardiac defibrillator to revive patients in cardiac arrest or arrythmia.
Hemodialysis Technician
DaVita Cuero Lakeview Dialysis
Cuero, TX
11.2020 - 04.2021
- Operated hemodialysis machine to provide dialysis treatment for patients with kidney failure.
- Recorded predialysis and post-dialysis weight and vitals signs to input into electronic medical records.
- Observed patients for adverse reactions and monitored hemodialysis machines for malfunctions.
- Discussed procedure with patient to explain each step and answer questions.
- Mixed dialysate solution according to prescribed formula.
- Inspected equipment settings and temperature for conformance with safety standards.
- Took and documented patients' vital statistics, including temperature, blood pressure and pulse and respiration rates, before and after dialysis treatment.
- Initiated and terminated reverse osmosis water system and performed water quality monitoring tests prior to dialysis initiation.
EMT Basic / ER Tech Help
Cuero Regional Hospital
Cuero, TX
07.2019 - 12.2020
- Documented calls in reports detailing incident type and course of treatment.
- Operated emergency vehicles with caution to keep patients, public and first responders safe.
- Developed strong rapport with other medical professionals to foster quality and efficient patient care.
- Reviewed inventory levels prior to shift and restocked ambulance to prepare for service.
- Performed CPR and used cardiac defibrillator to revive patients in cardiac arrest or arrythmia.
- Evaluated patients' medical status and monitored vital signs during transit.
- Explained to conscious patients steps involved for medical evaluations and need for possible hospital transport.
- Conducted equipment inspections and vehicle checks in adherence with required maintenance schedules.
- Assessed emergency situations and prioritized medical care for patients.
- Assisted nurses and doctors in the emergency room in between being dispatched to calls.
Inventory Control Specialist
Academy Sports and Outdoors
Victoria, TX
11.2018 - 08.2019
- Performed scheduled inventory counts and supply audits.
- Coordinated inventory, stocking, and ordering.
- Secured items and packages for transport to alleviate damage.
- Developed reports for leadership compiling data and insights into inventory, trends and sales with focus on readability and brevity.
- Performed Safety checks in every store department, and gave feedback to correct any hazards.
- Performed inventory count and supply audits on all firearms.
Correctional Officer
Texas Department Of Criminal Justice
Cuero, TX
03.2015 - 11.2018
- Inspected cells and conducted random searches of common areas.
- Monitored daily activities to identify and manage suspicious behavior, improper conduct and signs of conflict.
- Maintained clear and open communications with facility areas to support safe operations.
- Monitored inmate behavior to prevent crime, escape attempts and other dangerous activities.
- Informed inmates and visitors of rules, safety and security procedures and responsibilities.
- Received property from incoming inmates, provided receipts and inspected items for contraband.
- Transported inmates to and from personal appointments, including medical and dental appointments, funerals, work details and court hearings.
- Reviewed housing assignments and reassigned inmates to meet allocation and safety needs.
- Enforced resident behavior management protocols and drafted incident reports for infractions.
Security Guard Officer
Securitas Security Services USA
Point Confort, TX
01.2015 - 03.2015
- Guarded restricted areas to prevent unauthorized entry.
- Verified integrity and accuracy of photo ID's, tickets and passports prior to authorizing passage.
- Triaged problems quickly and provided precise and clear information while working under minimum supervision.
- Secured personnel and premises by inspecting buildings, patrolling property and monitoring surveillance cameras.
- Followed established security and safety procedures and posted orders to include enforcement of company rules, policies and regulations.
ER Admitting Clerk /Operator
Gulf Coast Medical Center
Wharton, TX
09.2013 - 12.2014
- Interviewed and registered hospital patients upon admission, verified patient identity, confirmed patient demographics, obtained electronic consent and entered data in hospital billing portal.
- Checked patient information and insurance coverage.
- Discharged patients and collected insurance co-pays and payment deposits.
- Verified schedules and arrival times.
- Completed registrations for laboratory work, surgical procedures and radiology.
- Adhered to HIPAA requirements to safeguard patient confidentiality.
- Managed incoming telephone calls, took messages and directed callers to personnel.
Pharmacy Technician Trainee
CVS Pharmacy
Wharton, TX
08.2013 - 12.2014
- Maintained clean and organized pharmacy shelving and work areas.
- Managed inventories, rotated stock, removed expired or damaged drug products and resolved discrepancies in drug counts.
- Created new customer profiles and updated changes such as demographics, allergies and new medications in pharmacy computer systems.
- Filled and processed prescriptions, delivering prompt and efficient patient care.
- Received and verified daily incoming drug inventories, reported discrepancies and logged items into inventory system.
- Assisted patients in finding over-the-counter solutions to aid minor health issues.
- Transmitted claims to insurance companies for payment and reconciled EOBs.
- Called insurance companies to verify patient benefits.
- Compounded and prepared medications according to prescription orders.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Public Health
South University
Austin, TX06-2027
NREMT Advanced Certificate - Emergency Medical Services
Victoria College
Victoria, TX05.2021
NREMT Basic Certificate - Emergency Medical Services
Victoria College
Victoria, TX05.2019
High School Diploma -
Calhoun High School
Port Lavaca, TX05.2013
Some College (No Degree) -
Wharton County Junior College
Wharton, TXSkills
- IV fluid replacement
- Field patient assessments
- Critical decision-making skills
- Medical data acquisition
- Emergency management
- Advanced Life support , CPR and First Aid
- Scene assessments
- Vital sign assessment
- Patient evaluations
- Ambulance transport
- Respiratory care assessment
- Inventory control and management
- Security experienced
- Willing to take on responsibility and move up in jobs
- Documenting changes
- Assisting patients
- People skills
- Problem resolution
- Customer service
- Work ethic
- Decision-making
- Friendly, positive attitude
Affiliations
Comfort
On the side of saving lives , I volunteer to be a child advocate for children in foster homes and children in the protective system . My duties involve searching for homes for children , performing home checks and reporting how the children are doing in school, and assigned homes to the judge and attorneys, as well as report any needs or request of the child. I also create a bond with these children that some have never had to help them grow in their personal lives through the tough situations.
Certification
- Advanced Emergency Medical Technician (AEMT) nationally registered : License number A2038499 , expires March 31,2023
- PEARS certification: 209003068510, expires 04/2022
- BLS certification: 205505227417, expires 08/2022
- BAT
- Drug screen and urinalysis
Timeline
Advanced Emergency Medical Technician
Loyal Source Government Services, LLC
04.2023 - Current
Medical Assistant
Nextcare Urgent Care
04.2022 - Current
Hemodialysis Technician
DaVita Cuero Lakeview Dialysis
11.2020 - 04.2021
Advanced Emergency Medical Technician/ EMT B
Prestige Patient Transport LLC
08.2019 - 01.2022
EMT Basic / ER Tech Help
Cuero Regional Hospital
07.2019 - 12.2020
Inventory Control Specialist
Academy Sports and Outdoors
11.2018 - 08.2019
Correctional Officer
Texas Department Of Criminal Justice
03.2015 - 11.2018
Security Guard Officer
Securitas Security Services USA
01.2015 - 03.2015
ER Admitting Clerk /Operator
Gulf Coast Medical Center
09.2013 - 12.2014
Pharmacy Technician Trainee
CVS Pharmacy
08.2013 - 12.2014
Bachelor of Science - Public Health
South University
NREMT Advanced Certificate - Emergency Medical Services
Victoria College
NREMT Basic Certificate - Emergency Medical Services
Victoria College
High School Diploma -
Calhoun High School
Some College (No Degree) -
Wharton County Junior College