Curtis L.

Griffin P: 773-640-3707 Alt: 312-662-2776

9416 S Kolmar Ave, Oak Lawn, IL 60453 curtislgriffin@yahoo.com

Professional Profile
To provide a diverse background in the medical and technical industry that can be utilized to meet and exceed
the employer’s immediate and long-term goals. I am a versatile and an analytical thinker that can provide
dynamic support and strong interpersonal communication skills to professional staff and patients.

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PR 17A Laser
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rutch Training ansatome
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T Scan / WaveScan icensed Pharmacy Tech
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ialysis icrosoft Windows 7
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quipment & Surgical Instrument maintenance idek EC-5000
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ab Draw SHA Certified
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atient Transporting atient Scheduling and Records
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uture Removal harmacy Technician License
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itals R4 Laser

Professional Experience
Lasik Vision Institute Chicago, IL 2002-2009
Medical Laser Technician,
• As
sisted surgeons in performing surgical and laser procedures in the clinic and operating room as
required
• As
sisted provider in the examination and treatment of ophthalmology patients
• Ex
amined records and forms, and prepare patients for current exam and treatment
• Pre
pared appropriate equipment and instruments for surgery and follow-up care
• As
sisted ophthalmologist by performing technical tests and records results for procedures for the
ophthalmologist's analysis and interpretation
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• As
sisted in refractive/diagnostic procedures to include manual manifest refractions, auto-refractometry,
corneal topography, pachymetry, keratometry, ocular photography, and visual fields and papillary
reflex testing and other duties as assigned
• Kn
owledge of ocular anatomy; ophthalmic medications; visual physiology, optics; use and maintenance
of ophthalmic instruments and testing equipment; ophthalmic and medical regulations; medical
terminology; optometric technology; asepsis; ocular referrals and emergency medical treatment;
patient transportation; medical ethics; medical administration; and medical service organization and
function.
• Kn
owledge of surgical instruments and equipment, ophthalmic injectable medications, anesthetic
solutions, and ocular disorders

Memorial Hospital Gulf Port, MS 2000-2001

Surgical Technician Assistant
• Organized the supplies and equipment in the operating room
• Set up the operating surgeon’s sterile table trying to anticipate what might be needed during the
procedure
• Helped surgeon and any assistants with their surgical gowns and gloves
• Counted surgical instruments before and after the surgery
• Handed the desired instruments to the surgeon during the operation
• Prepared the sterile dressings
• Cleaned the surgical instruments after the operation
• Assisted with cleaning the operating room after an operation
• Assisted with the transfer of the patient to the recovery room

United States Navy Pascagula, MS 1998-2001

US Navy Hospital Corpsman (HM) Petty Officer First Class
• Wo
rked in a wide variety of capacities and locations, including shore establishments such as naval
hospitals and clinics, aboard ships, as the primary medical caregivers for sailors while underway
• Per
formed duties as assistants in the prevention and treatment of disease and injury and assist health care
professionals in providing medical care to Navy people and their families
• Fu
nctioned as medical administrative personnel and health care providers at medical treatment facility
• As
signed the responsibility of independent duty aboard ship
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Biloxi Regional Hospital Biloxi, MS 1999-2000

Emergency Medical Technician
• Maintained personal knowledge and skills in order to deliver optimum patient care as an EMT role
model for other emergency service personnel
• Safely operated vehicles of EMS in accordance with the current motor vehicle code of Biloxi
• Stocked and maintained vehicles and its contents in a state of readiness at all times
• Maintained documentation of the same
• Worked in hazardous environments to insure safety and stabilization of the patient
• Worked with local organizations and law enforcement agencies as a team for a coordinated effort on
the patients behalf
• Documented all patient care, assessments, skills and all service reports in a timely fashion, accurately
and legibly
• Participated actively in Regional Quality Assurance trainings
• Maintained crew vehicles, radios, equipment, supplies, and quarters in a state of readiness twenty-
four (24) hours a day, seven (7) days a week

Holy Family Medical Center Des Plaines, IL 1995-1998

Patient Care Tech
• Performed patient care responsibilities for dialysis treatment
• Gathered patient data and vital signs to include blood samples and culture specimens
• Initiated and terminated dialysis treatments with permanent fistula or graft
• Documented treated information
• Responsible for set up, operation, cleaning and disinfesting dialysis and related equipment
• Prepared, administered and recorded medications as allowed by state regulations
• Participated in the medical center's QA/CQI process

Lutheran General Hospital Park Ridge, IL 1991-1995

Computed Tomography Assistant
• Utili
ze computerized tomography (CT) scanners to produce cross-section images of patients’ internal
organs and tissues for the diagnosis of medical issues
• Accu
rately interpreted physician’s scanning instructions, administer contrast materials, prepare and operate
the CT scan equipment and position the patient to capture the appropriate images
• Main
tained good health, due to maneuvering equipment and patients who are disabled that posed physical
challenges

Education
Associates Kennedy King College, Major: LPN
Chicago, IL
Associates MS Gulf Coast, Gautier, MS Minor: Nursing
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Bachelor’s Navy Service School Command-C, Minor: Medical Asst.

Officer program Fire
Pascagula, MS
Fighter, Corman

Licenses and Certifications

Steri-Safe BBPT – OSHA Chicago, IL 2008

Technical CustomVue WaveScan

Assessment – AMO Chicago, IL 2006

Visix Sr4 Laser Visx University 2006

AMADEUS – AMO Chicago, IL 2006

NIDEK EC-5000 Nidek - Chicago, IL 2005

Technolas 217A Laser Bausch & Lomb 2004

Technical Hansatome –
Excellus Hansatome Course Bausch & Lomb 2004

Pharmacy Technician Dept. of Regulation

Pharmacy Technician License 9082732 1995-1996

Training
• Master-
at-Arms (MA) - 1998
• Departm
ent of Veterans’, LP, VA
• Military
Progression

Honors
• Colleagu
e of the Month, Lasik Vision Institute - 2003
• Boomera
ng Award, Holy Family Medical Center – 1996; Outstanding Guest Relations and Overall Great
Performance

References
References are available upon request.