Amelia Rodriguez
Lexington,SC
Summary
Dynamic Certified Surgical Technologist with proven expertise at Lexington Medical Center in optimizing surgical efficiency and enhancing patient safety. Mastered sterile techniques and infection control protocols while demonstrating exceptional professionalism. Successfully reduced surgery times through proactive support, ensuring seamless operations and fostering strong collaboration within surgical teams.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Certified Surgical Technologist
Lexington Medical Center
07.2020 - Current
- Anticipated surgeons needs and handed instruments and supplies to surgeons during procedures.
- Setup operating and surgery rooms by preparing equipment and supplies for upcoming procedures.
- Demonstrated adaptability when faced with emergency situations or unexpected complications during surgeries, providing prompt support to surgical teams.
- Expedited surgery room turnover times by swiftly preparing operating rooms for subsequent surgeries, maximizing efficiency within the department.
- Assisted surgeons in complex procedures, ensuring efficient completion and minimized complications.
- Reduced surgery time by effectively anticipating surgeon''s needs and providing timely assistance.
- Enhanced patient safety by maintaining a sterile surgical environment and adhering to strict protocols.
- Gathered and set up equipment, tools, and supplies and arrange instruments according to surgeons' preferences or instruction.
General Surgery Clinical Coordinator- CST
Riverside Regional Medical Center
11.2012 - 06.2020
- Mentored new clinical staff members for proper onboarding and orientation processes.
- Worked closely with clinic administrators to maintain a safe, clean and well-organized environment in which patients could receive care.
- Developed strong relationships with community partners to enhance support services available for patients beyond the clinical setting.
- Enhanced interdisciplinary collaboration through effective communication and coordination among healthcare team members.
- Ensured compliance with regulatory standards and best practices through diligent oversight of clinical procedures, documentation, and staff training.
- Coordinated, monitored, assigned, and documented patient and clinical care activities.
- Optimized resource allocation by regularly monitoring clinic operations and adjusting staffing levels as needed.
Sales Coordinator and Administrative Assistant
Knology Cable
08.2006 - 11.2012
- Worked closely with the sales team to prioritize tasks, set goals, and allocate resources efficiently; resulting in increased productivity and revenue.
- Answered multi-line phone system, routing calls, delivering messages to staff and greeting visitors.
- Maintained accurate records of all sales activities, including contracts, proposals, quotes, follow-ups, and customer communications.
- Maintained confidentiality of sensitive information by adhering to strict privacy policies and implementing secure filing systems.
- Delivered excellent customer service through prompt responses to client inquiries, addressing concerns effectively, and building strong relationships.
- Streamlined sales processes for improved efficiency and customer satisfaction.
Education
Surgical Technology
Virginia College
Augusta, GA 08-2012
Skills
- Pre- and post-surgical counts
- Safe sharps disposal
- Professionalism and ethics
- Surgical equipment operation
- Pre-surgical preparation
- Sterile technique mastery
- Infection control protocols
- Setting up and operating equipment
- Biohazardous waste disposal
Timeline
Certified Surgical Technologist
Lexington Medical Center
07.2020 - Current
General Surgery Clinical Coordinator- CST
Riverside Regional Medical Center
11.2012 - 06.2020
Sales Coordinator and Administrative Assistant
Knology Cable
08.2006 - 11.2012
Surgical Technology
Virginia College
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