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RACHEL RICHARDS

Woodbridge,SUFFOLK

Summary

Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. To seek and maintain part time-position that offers challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Polite and professional person with strong communication and multitasking skills. Experienced in resolving customer complaints within company guidelines and using own initiative. Implements customer follow-up to uphold service standards and guarantee customer satisfaction.

Overview

37
37
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education

Work history

Emergency Care Clinician

Burlington Primary Care
Ipswich, Suffolk
09.2021 - Current
  • Assessed diagnostic findings to determine patient treatment plans.
  • Referred patients for specialist care in partner facilities.
  • Referred patients for X-rays and additional procedures to speed up diagnoses.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to provide excellent care continuity.

Delivered targeted follow-up care for continued patient monitoring.

  • Kept detailed, accurate patient notes for thorough medical records.
  • Signposted nutrition and health advice for improved disease prevention.
  • Recorded medical and surgical complications clearly for professional investigation.
  • Transferred patients to specialist health workers for ongoing medical support.
  • Diagnosed conditions and devised medical care programmes.
  • Identified health conditions through targeted physical examinations.
  • Liaised with families in assessing patient care needs.
  • Excellent interpersonal skills with all age groups/ethnicities /disabilities

Emergency Medical Technician

East of England Ambulance
Ipswich, Suffolk
10.2004 - 09.2021
  • Assessed situation severity of emergent medical incidents and delivered appropriate care.
  • Monitored patient status during ambulance transport and transfer.
  • Developed and maintained rapport with coworkers and local hospital staff to facilitate comprehensive patient care.
  • Demonstrated commitment to quality care through continuous training and development.
  • Operated emergency vehicles to safely transport patients.
  • Documented decisions to modify or cease treatment with strong accountability.
  • Referred and discharged patients in hospital settings.
  • Conducted equipment and vehicle checks with required frequency to verify proper operation.
  • Administered tests and medication to assess and stabilise patients in field or during transit.
  • Prevented infection with rigorous hygiene and wound care procedures.
  • Delivered clinical support at Urgent Treatment Centres (UTC)s.
  • Briefed other healthcare workers on complex patient conditions and injuries in concise handovers.
  • Provided emergency medical assistance for rescue operations.
  • Acquired informed consent before administering treatments or interventions.
  • Treated patients at home where appropriate to minimise strain on hospital resources.
  • Executed well-informed critical decision making in high-pressure situations.
  • Evaluated patient vital signs and status to determine care needs.
  • Delivered compassionate, high quality and professional care when responding to emergency [Type] situations.

blood doner carer

National Blood Service
Ipswich, SUFFOLK
11.1997 - 04.2001
  • Collected blood samples, selecting appropriate vacutainer tubes, syringes and needles for collection.
  • Monitored patient wellness during collection to proactively address adverse reactions.
  • Protected patients by following infection control, sharps disposal and bio-hazardous waste disposal procedures.
  • Practised in accordance with internal guidelines, SOPs and clinical study protocols to mitigate risks.
  • Organised daily work based on collection priority.
  • Delivered compassionate care and education to reduce patient fear and anxiety.
  • Managed and maintained donation documents and patient records.

Warehouse Order picker

Co-op
ipswich
04.1995 - 08.1997
  • Labelled and organised packages for accurate deliveries.
  • Maintained exceptional accuracy in warehouse data management for consistent quality standards.
  • Complied with health and safety by responsibly using equipment.
  • Drove forklifts and low level order pickers.
  • Recorded daily productivity and customer information.
  • Kept clean working area, reporting any issues to management.
  • Safely moved and stored stock to protect company assets.
  • Accurately packed and picked high-volume orders in fast-paced environments.

Assistant Shop Manager

Sound and Vision
Colchester, Essex
01.1987 - 08.1993
  • Monitored stock levels, managing inventories and logistics to maximise sales potential.
  • Ensured timely opening and closing of store 7 days a week.
  • Developed exceptional levels of customer care
  • Staff training
  • staff recruitment
  • Monitored display stock levels, replenishing for consistently well-stocked sales floor.
  • Resolved customer complaints and process issues with proactive problem-solving skills.

Education

EMT - emergency care

Emergency Medical Technician
Norwich
10.2004 - 10.2006

Bachelor of Science - paramedic science

University of Hertfordshire
Hatfield
10.2003 - 10.2004

Foundation Degree in Science - Environmental science

Suffolk College
Ipswich
09.2001 - 04.2003

Skills

  • Self-motivated
  • Team player
  • Dispute resolution
  • Customer management
  • High-pressure decision management
  • Superior communication skills
  • Infection Prevention and Control
  • Customer relations
  • excellent time keeping
  • Excellent work ethic
  • Interpersonal Communication
  • Cultural Awareness
  • Critical Thinking
  • Problem-Solving

Additional Information

I am now becoming semi-retired and would like to find a part time job in a non-patient facing/medical environment.

I still undertake Private Medical work within motorsports at Snetterton and also regularly work as a medic at Ipswich town Football Club which I hope to still do, hence I am looking for part-time hours Monday to Friday.

I am currently working through 3 month notice at my current job and will be available for employment from the 30th of October.


Timeline

Emergency Care Clinician

Burlington Primary Care
09.2021 - Current

Emergency Medical Technician

East of England Ambulance
10.2004 - 09.2021

EMT - emergency care

Emergency Medical Technician
10.2004 - 10.2006

Bachelor of Science - paramedic science

University of Hertfordshire
10.2003 - 10.2004

Foundation Degree in Science - Environmental science

Suffolk College
09.2001 - 04.2003

blood doner carer

National Blood Service
11.1997 - 04.2001

Warehouse Order picker

Co-op
04.1995 - 08.1997

Assistant Shop Manager

Sound and Vision
01.1987 - 08.1993
RACHEL RICHARDS