Kerry Woods
Darling Downs,WA
Summary
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Aboriginal Eye Health Coordinator
Lions Outback Vision
2016.10 - Current
- Administered, directed and coordinated activities of the Aboriginal Eye Health program whilst adhering to companies policies and procedures.
- Liaised with other healthcare professionals to develop pathways for patient care and to provide highest quality of care.
- Spearheaded and implemented new projects to expand scope of engagement.
- Established and maintained effective communication with staff, physicians, government and non-government agencies and community organizations to promote high quality patient care.
- Built relationships with community members to provide health support, education and understanding of the prevention and treatment of chronic illnesses.
- Implemented successful healthcare program through professionalism, quality of care, medical teaching and patient satisfaction.
- Created access to treatment, working with hospital staff and families to assess and meet individual needs.
- Monitored staff processes to eliminate hazards posed for staff while ensuring continuous compliance with regulations.
- Recruited, hired and trained staff, providing direct supervision, ongoing staff development and continuing education to employees.
- Discussed medical histories with patients in effort to provide most effective medical advice.
- Ordered pharmacy supplies and kept check on inventory levels.
- Communicated with patients, ensuring that medical information was kept private.
- Participated and contributed to the Reconciliation Action Plan to deliver culturally safe health services across multiple sites.
- Represented the organisation at multiple conferences and forums.
Aboriginal Health Manager
Arche Health
2006.04 - 2016.10
- Reviewed work procedures and operational problems to determine ways to improve service, performance and safety.
- Recruited, hired and trained all staff, providing direct supervision, ongoing staff development and continuing education to employees.
- Organized and directed worker training programs to resolve personnel problems, hire new staff and evaluate employee performance.
- Evaluated medical database and initiated procedural changes for increased benefit.
- Established and maintained effective communication with staff, physicians and community organizations to promote high quality patient care.
- Communicated with patients, ensuring that medical information was kept private.
- Liaised with other healthcare professionals to develop comprehensive patient care plans and provide highest quality of care.
- Developed and updated policies and procedures, maintaining compliance with guidelines , benefits administration and general liability.
- Discussed medical histories with patients in effort to provide most effective medical advice.
- Monitored and inspected staff processes to eliminate hazards posed for both client and staff while ensuring continuous compliance with regulations.
- Spearheaded and implemented new projects to expand scope of engagement.
Safety Officer
Arche Health
2012.03 - 2013.03
- Conducted regular safety inspections and audits to identify potential hazards and prevent accidents and injuries.
- Conducted safety training and education to employees to increase awareness of safety hazards and empower employees to work safely.
- Developed and implemented safety policies and procedures to establish clear guidelines for safe work practices and comply with regulations.
- Recognized, documented, and advised on removal of hazards.
- Inspected facilities for adherence to fire, hazard, and safety guidelines.
- Provided guidance and resources to employees to maintain safety procedures and enhance protection.
- Communicated safety performance and progress to management and employees to provide up to date information.
- Liaised with management and employees enable smooth communication regarding safety procedures.
- Conducted periodic compliance audits and reviews to identify areas of improvement.
- Developed and maintained safety data sheets for safe use of medical equipment.
Personal Trainer / Group Exercise Instructor
Contours Gym
2011.03 - 2011.08
- Maintained class attendance records and documented clients' progress toward stated goals.
- Interacted with individual participants in group fitness settings to cultivate and maintain positive relationships.
- Developed exercise programs for groups of 12.
- Encouraged clients to participate in and enjoy group fitness classes.
- Coached clients on proper techniques to obtain maximum benefits and prevent injuries.
- Encouraged and motivated participants to persevere through challenges to achieve new goals.
- Planned and executed group fitness sessions with warm-ups and cool-downs.
- Enhanced client experience by maintaining motivational and supportive culture.
- Educated members on proper movement techniques and safe equipment use to reduce risk of injury.
- Followed organisations policies and procedures to ensure safety of staff and clients.
Phlebotomist
PathWest
2004.07 - 2006.03
- Labeled transfer tubes and followed exact directions for handling and storing specimens for transport.
- Completed proper sanitation and cleaning of equipment and work areas between patients.
- Centrifuged blood samples as outlined in clinical protocols.
- Established and maintained positive working relationships with patients, staff and clinical personnel to build trust and camaraderie.
- Used personal protective equipment correctly to protect coworkers and patients.
- Tracked collected specimens by initialling, dating, and noting times of collection.
- Addressed questions and concerns to educate patients on collection process and procedures.
- Stocked phlebotomy cart or carrier with appropriate supplies.
- Assembled tourniquets, needles, and blood collection devices to prepare work trays.
- Reviewed patient records for accuracy and completeness.
- Organized daily work based on collection priority.
- Collected blood samples using vacutainer tubes, tourniquets, syringes, butterfly needles, and straight needles.
- Verified patients' identification for proper sample collection.
- Collected blood samples in accordance with laboratory protocols and regulations.
- Protected patients by following infection control, sharps disposal, and biohazardous waste disposal procedures.
- Followed established safety protocols and standards to minimize risk of infection and injury.
Program Officer
Department Of Health
2000.11 - 2004.01
- Contract procurement and management review, audit and analysis.
- Monitor contract delivery of health programs with external stakeholders.
- Managed project plans, timelines and budgets.
- Monitored and advised on key performance indicators of the finance and contract management, including data quality, timelines and provide recommendation for improvement.
- Engaged with key stakeholders to build relationships and trust for successful health outcomes.
- Provided detailed papers for the health minister to deliver informed speeches on state matters.
Education
No Degree - First Aid
St Johns
Kelmscott, WA2022
No Degree - Master Trainer Chronic Disease Self-Management
Stanford University
Perth, WA2011
No Degree - Master Trainer - Personal Fitness
Australian Institute of Fitness
Perth, WA2011
High School Diploma -
Mildura Technical School
Mildura, VIC12.1980
Skills
- Infection Control
- Data Collection and Report Generation
- Administrative Staff Supervision
- Quality Assurance Controls
- Diabetes Management
- Customer Inquiries
- Health and Safety
- Stakeholder Coordination
- Manage Records
- Medical Programs Implementation
Timeline
Aboriginal Eye Health Coordinator
Lions Outback Vision
2016.10 - Current
Safety Officer
Arche Health
2012.03 - 2013.03
Personal Trainer / Group Exercise Instructor
Contours Gym
2011.03 - 2011.08
Aboriginal Health Manager
Arche Health
2006.04 - 2016.10
Phlebotomist
PathWest
2004.07 - 2006.03
Program Officer
Department Of Health
2000.11 - 2004.01
No Degree - First Aid
St Johns
No Degree - Master Trainer Chronic Disease Self-Management
Stanford University
No Degree - Master Trainer - Personal Fitness
Australian Institute of Fitness
High School Diploma -
Mildura Technical School
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