Rachel Fischer
Sydenham,VIC
Summary
Compassionate and reliable individual with experience in patient transportation roles. Strengths include effective communication, ability to prioritize tasks in high-pressure environments, and a keen focus on maintaining patient comfort and safety during transport. Previous work has made significant impact in improving operational efficiency while ensuring the highest levels of care for patients.
Overview
34
34
years of professional experience
Work History
Patient Transport Officer
St John Ambulance Victoria
Notting Hill, Victoria
11.2023 - Current
- Provided comprehensive care to patients' families.
- Maintained strong team dynamics
- Collaborated effectively with healthcare staff, including nurses and doctors.
- Provided patient care during transport to ensure safety and comfort.
- Inspected vehicles for cleanliness and vehicle maintenance before each transport.
- Responded promptly to emergency situations while maintaining composure under pressure.
- Conducted routine checks on ambulances and other vehicles used for transportation purposes.
- Adhered to all safety protocols when transporting patients in order to minimize risk of injury or illness.
- Loaded and unloaded medical supplies onto ambulances or other vehicles prior to departure.
National Sales Manager / Accounts
Crocus Medical
Winnipeg, Canada
01.2008 - 01.2010
- (Set up Australian company and ran whole operation)
Sales Executive Vic/SA
Confident Care Australian Linen Supply (Alsco)
Williamstown
01.2006 - 01.2008
- Achieved sales of 150% budget in first year
- Expanded product sales into previously non accessible areas
- Expand sales in critical product areas through extensive representation
Casual
Carlton Social Club
Carlton North
01.1994 - 01.2007
- Supervision of Staff
- Customer Service
- Bar Tender
- Waitress
- Snack handling
Casual
Michael O’Brien Catering Pty Ltd
North Melbourne
01.1991 - 01.2007
- Supervisor
- Bar/Snack attendant
- Office experience
Dental Nurse / Receptionist
Moonee Ponds Dental Group
Moonee Ponds
01.1999 - 01.2006
- Sterilization equipment
- Pouring up study models
- Making mouth guards
- Performing x-rays
- Maintenance of equipment
- Organizing appointments
- Sending out Mail
- General cleaning
- Chair side assisting
- Accounts
- Banking
- Receiving orders
- Placing orders
- Answering telephones
- Looking after stock
Dental Nurse / Receptionist
Dr Loretta Marash
Armadale
01.1998 - 01.1999
Dental Nurse / Receptionist
Dr Agustin Del Rio
Footscray
01.1994 - 01.1998
Education
Diploma Of Emergency Health Care -
St John Ambulance
11-2024
Certificate III Patient Transport Officer -
Victorian University
10-2023
Victorian Police Examination Course -
Kangan Batman Tafe
01.2006
Certificate of Dental Nursing -
Latrobe University
10-1996
Essendon – Keilor Secondary College -
Essendon – Keilor Secondary College
11-1994
Keilor Heights Secondary College -
Keilor Heights Secondary College
12-1992
Milleara Primary School -
Milleara Primary School
12-1987
Skills
- Healthcare regulations
- Defensive Driving
- Patient Care
- Confidentiality
- Disability Awareness
- Transportation safety
- Elderly Care
- Patient Safety
- Patient rapport building
- Regulatory Compliance
References
- Belinda Neal, St John Ambulance Victoria, Team Leader East Keilor, 0456 496 752
- Morgan Endres, Ambulance Transport Attendant & Clinical Instructor, 0410 192 228
Hobbies and Interests
- Member of Avonde Calisthenics College for 35 years
- Member of Torquay Surf Life Saving Club
- Play Netball
- Boxing/Kickboxing
Personal Information
Date of Birth: 08/19
Other qualifications
- Advanced First Aid Certificate
- Surf Life Saving Bronze Medallion
- Work with Intellectually Handicapped
- Accredited Level 1 Calisthenics Coach
Timeline
Patient Transport Officer
St John Ambulance Victoria
11.2023 - Current
National Sales Manager / Accounts
Crocus Medical
01.2008 - 01.2010
Sales Executive Vic/SA
Confident Care Australian Linen Supply (Alsco)
01.2006 - 01.2008
Dental Nurse / Receptionist
Moonee Ponds Dental Group
01.1999 - 01.2006
Dental Nurse / Receptionist
Dr Loretta Marash
01.1998 - 01.1999
Casual
Carlton Social Club
01.1994 - 01.2007
Dental Nurse / Receptionist
Dr Agustin Del Rio
01.1994 - 01.1998
Casual
Michael O’Brien Catering Pty Ltd
01.1991 - 01.2007
Diploma Of Emergency Health Care -
St John Ambulance
Certificate III Patient Transport Officer -
Victorian University
Victorian Police Examination Course -
Kangan Batman Tafe
Certificate of Dental Nursing -
Latrobe University
Essendon – Keilor Secondary College -
Essendon – Keilor Secondary College
Keilor Heights Secondary College -
Keilor Heights Secondary College
Milleara Primary School -
Milleara Primary School
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