Strong analytical abilities and effective negotiation skills, driving cost-efficiency and quality improvements. Highly reliable team player with focus on collaboration and adaptability to changing demands.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified Surgical Technologist
Summa Akron City Hospital
05.2018 - 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.
Ensured proper handling of specimens during surgeries, aiding in accurate diagnostic results for patients.
Mentored junior staff members on proper techniques and best practices within the field of surgical technology, promoting professional growth among peers.
Performed accurate instrument counts, preventing potential surgical complications due to retained items.
Introduced new staff members to training protocols regarding operating room procedures, infection control, safety standards, and overall facility policies.
Certified Surgical Technologist
Landmark Hospital
08.2019 - 06.2020
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.
Assisted surgeons in complex procedures, ensuring efficient completion and minimized complications.
Student Surgical Technologist
Summa Akron City Hospital
01.2017 - 01.2018
Completed over 500+ hours of scrub time during Clinical Externship
Successfully scrubbed 120+ surgical cases in various specialties including General
BLS Certified
Behavioral Health Aide
Family Centered Services of Alaska
01.2015 - 01.2016
Support for the child/adolescent and his/her family and assist in the strengths assessment and wrap plan development
Identified needs of the child/adolescent and help the families/foster Families get these needs met through family and community sources first
Recognized the individual child/adolescent client and his/her family has different barriers to social, economic, and employment opportunities and has varied levels of need to overcome these barriers
Night Auditor
Hampton Inn
01.2014 - 01.2015
Ensure the maintenance of professional financial standards throughout the hotel
Undertake a review of end-of-day takings against logged reports
Edit all reports to ensure accuracy and full completion
Investigate any anomalies found between daily reports and takings
Medical Logistics Specialist
U.S Army
01.2010 - 01.2013
Perform inventory and financial management procedures, including ordering, receiving and storing supplies
Load, unload and move stock using equipment such as forklifts and hand trucks
Perform quality control, property management and repair parts management
Facilitated smooth communication between various departments within the organization via regular meetings and progress reports related to logistical operations.
Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams during facility expansions or renovations to plan effective relocation strategies for sensitive equipment without compromising patient care continuity or safety standards.
Conducted regular audits of medical stock levels, identifying discrepancies and resolving issues promptly.
Established strong relationships with key suppliers to secure high-quality products at competitive prices while maintaining reliable delivery schedules.
Assisted in the development of annual budgets related to medical logistics operations, effectively allocating resources to meet organizational needs without compromising quality standards.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Health Sciences
Keiser University
Fort Lauderdale, FL
10-2021
Associates of Applied Science - Surgical Technology
American National University
Youngstown, OH
01.2018
Certificate - Cosmetology
Portage Lakes Career Center
Uniontown, OH
01.2015
Skills
Professionalism and ethics
Problem-solving abilities
HIPAA proficiency
Social skill development
Problem-solving
Time management
Attention to detail
Vendor management
Hospital logistics
Accomplishments
Trained over 50 new surgical technologists.
Quickly resolved issues and guest complaints which enabled the development of highly coveted conflict resolution skills.
Certification
Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification - American Heart Association.
Alcohol Server/Seller Certification - ServSafe Alcohol or TIPS.
Timeline
Certified Surgical Technologist
Landmark Hospital
08.2019 - 06.2020
Certified Surgical Technologist
Summa Akron City Hospital
05.2018 - Current
Student Surgical Technologist
Summa Akron City Hospital
01.2017 - 01.2018
Behavioral Health Aide
Family Centered Services of Alaska
01.2015 - 01.2016
Night Auditor
Hampton Inn
01.2014 - 01.2015
Medical Logistics Specialist
U.S Army
01.2010 - 01.2013
Associates of Applied Science - Surgical Technology
American National University
Certificate - Cosmetology
Portage Lakes Career Center
Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification - American Heart Association.
Alcohol Server/Seller Certification - ServSafe Alcohol or TIPS.
Bachelor of Science - Health Sciences
Keiser University
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