Amanda Patterson
Berwick,VIC
Summary
Experienced healthcare and support professional with over 22 years in the pathology field. Demonstrated expertise in conducting inspections, ensuring occupational health and safety standards, and fostering a strong dedication to promoting public health.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
RAS Home Assessor
APM
09.2024 - Current
- Conduct holistic assessments to determine elderly clients' care needs with the Commonwealth Home Support Programme
- Develop individualized support plans and ensure compliance with guidelines
- Experienced in using the My Aged Care portal for home assessment, phone assessment, support plan reviews, scheduling, and triage
- Full-Time
Support Worker
Future Support
03.2024 - 08.2024
- Assisted with home cleaning and shopping for the elderly
- Ensured a safe and comfortable living environment
Occupational Health Advisor (Succumbent Role)
Australian Clinical Labs
06.2023 - 03.2024
- Conducted audits and assisted with incident/risk management
- Designed and delivered WHS training programs using Elumina and Elmo software
Senior Phlebotomist
Australian Clinical Labs
03.2002 - 06.2023
- Performed arterial blood gases, ECGs, venipuncture, and lung function tests, paediatric venepuncture collection, Blood sample management
- Mentored new staff, ensuring high standards of care and compliance
Education
Certificate IV - Training and Assessment
Plenty Training
01.2023
Current First Aid Course -
St Johns Ambulance
Clayton, VIC01.2023
HSR Initial OHS Training Course -
Holmesglen
Chadstone, VIC01.2022
Certificate IV - Work Health and Safety
Pinnacle Training
01.2019
Diploma - Counselling
Sand Goanna
01.2016
Diploma - Population Health
Health First Training
01.2011
Certificate IV - Pathology Collections
Holmesglen
Moorabbin, VIC01.2002
Skills
- Inspection Expertise: Conducting site assessments, health and safety audits, and compliance checks
- Occupational Health and Safety: Risk management, WHS training, incident investigation
- Interpersonal Skills: Building relationships with stakeholders, team collaboration
- Time Management: Efficient task prioritization and execution
- Technical Proficiency: Elmo, Elumina, data entry, Word, PowerPoint, email, My Aged Care Programme
- Problem Solving: Identifying and mitigating health risks
- Regulatory Compliance: Adherence to WHS and NATA regulations
- Phlebotomy Experience: Over22 years in venipuncture and patient care
Timeline
RAS Home Assessor
APM
09.2024 - Current
Support Worker
Future Support
03.2024 - 08.2024
Occupational Health Advisor (Succumbent Role)
Australian Clinical Labs
06.2023 - 03.2024
Senior Phlebotomist
Australian Clinical Labs
03.2002 - 06.2023
Certificate IV - Work Health and Safety
Pinnacle Training
Diploma - Counselling
Sand Goanna
Certificate IV - Training and Assessment
Plenty Training
Current First Aid Course -
St Johns Ambulance
HSR Initial OHS Training Course -
Holmesglen
Diploma - Population Health
Health First Training
Certificate IV - Pathology Collections
Holmesglen
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