1. VARELA-GUILLEN,
ARNOLDO
Arnold872002@yahoo.com
1617 Fannin St. Apt. 2013
713-387-9188
Cert. Anesthesia Technician
EDUCATION
University of Houston
Currently Enrolled, Biology
Anesthesia Technician, Certified
CPR Certified
EXPERIENCE
Ben Taub General Hospital | 1504 Taub Loop
Certified Anesthesia Technician 4/24/2013 – Current
Responsible, with excellent communication skills with patients and staff demonstrated by 3
years of experience in healthcare in areas such as OR, CV, GYN, GI, IR, Pre-Op, PACU, Code
Blue response team, Trauma STAT cases, STAT C-sections. Assisting Anesthesia Staff,
CRNAs, and Residents with the administration and monitoring of anesthesia, provide a key
role in the emergency resuscitation of patients, also prepare equipment needed for the patient
to safely undergo anesthesia. Help to ensure the functioning of anesthesia equipment before,
during and after surgical procedures. Contribute to safe and efficient anesthesia care by
assessing dosages of medications given to patients and supporting the anesthesia provider
during the insertion of medical devices.
SKILLS
CPR Certification
Clinical training
Strong medical ethic
Extensive medical terminology knowledge
Practiced in sterilization techniques
Medical instrument sterilization mastery
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Patient positioning understanding
Setting Anesthesia materials up for Different types of
cases such like CV, GYN, GI, and IR.
Setting up IVs, Blood sets, Hot-lines, and ART lines in sterile manner.
Patient positioning.
Gas Machine trouble shooting.
Epic software trouble shooting.
Physiological monitor setup.
ECG, Pulse Oximeter, NB pressure cuff,
BIS sensor and other Cerebral Oximeter
placements.
Assistance in placements of ART lines,
central lines, and PA catheters
Proper Sterilization of anesthesia
equipment.
Proper room turn-over between cases.
Keeping Inventory of Anesthesia
Supplies.
Proper Par-leveling and Stocking of
Anesthesia Gas Machine and Carts.
Proper maintenance of Anesthesia Gas
Machine and other equipment.
Knowledgeable in different techniques of induction and intubation.
Patient Education Educated patients in regards to office policies, medical procedure
steps, recovery measures and medication instructions.
Properly disposed of daily biohazard waste in compliance with federal and local
regulations.
Trained team of staff technicians in OR procedures to guarantee consistent quality
of care.
I assisted in implementation of new tracking system that resulted in improved patient care.
I’ve achieved departmental goals and objectives by instituting new processes and
standards for in-patient care. Participated in unit based Quality Assurance Program. I help
provide treatment within scope of practice as defined by state law. I’ve been frequently
commended for maintaining the safety, respect and dignity of residents. I coordinate with
doctors and registered nurses to develop care plans for patients. Prepared for HIPAA and
JCAHO reviews, ensuring required brochures and pamphlets were available to patients in
all clinics. Cleaned and sterilized instruments and disposed of contaminated supplies. I’ve
maintained all confidential personnel files, licensing and CPR compliance records. I have
ensured HIPAA compliance. I help Educate patients about their treatments. I’ve served as a
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liaison between patients and physicians to assist patients in understanding their treatment
plans. I have provided necessary health education training for patients. I helped maintaining
patient privacy and confidential patient information. I also have provided on-call care at all
times of day and night.
American Society of Anesthesia Technologists and Technicians.
Certification Number: 0515127
Year: 2015
Expiration date: 12/31/2017