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Anissa Limesand

Summary

Committed healthcare professional with extensive experience in surgical technology, death investigation, and medical education. Demonstrates proficiency in high-stress, sterile environments while effectively communicating with families and professionals during emotionally charged situations. Acknowledged for precision, collaboration, and leadership, dedicated to enhancing patient care and donor outcomes through compassionate, mission-focused efforts.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Medicolegal Death Investigator

Spokane County WA.
06.2023 - 03.2024
  • Conducted death scene investigations, collected evidence, and interviewed witnesses in accordance with medicolegal standards.
  • Wrote comprehensive case summaries and medical record reviews to support cause-of-death determinations by forensic pathologists.
  • Maintain chain-of-custody, followed protocols for interacting with human remains, and upheld the highest standards of professionalism in emotionally sensitive environments.
  • Collaborated with law enforcement, funeral homes, and healthcare providers to ensure accurate reporting and compliance with state protocols.

Surgical Technologist

Hospitals
01.2021 - 05.2023
  • Assisted in surgical procedures by maintaining sterile fields, preparing instruments, and ensuring patient safety.
  • Gained extensive knowledge of human anatomy, pathology, and trauma-related injuries.
  • Worked in high-pressure environments requiring precision, adaptability, and strong attention to detail.
  • Communicated effectively with surgeons, nurses, anesthesiologists, and scrub techs while performing duties in the OR environment.

Administrative Assistant

Unipath Pathology Lab
03.2018 - 08.2019
  • Facilitated communication between medical professionals and laboratory staff, ensuring accurate and timely reporting of results.
  • Maintained detailed records and handled confidential patient data with the highest level of discretion.
  • Developed a strong understanding of pathology workflows and medical documentation procedures.

Retail Sales Manager

Journeys Shoes
06.2014 - 03.2018
  • Coached sales associates in product specifications, sales incentives, and selling techniques, significantly increasing customer satisfaction ratings.
  • Managed day-to-day staffing and handled scheduling for all store employees.
  • Facilitated high volumes of cash, credit, and gift card transactions, verifying cash drawer balance at end of each shift.
  • Oversaw employee performance, corrected problems, and increased efficiency to maintain productivity targets.

Education

A.A. - SCIENCE, ARTS

NORTH IDAHO COLLEGE
Coeur D'Alene, ID
05-2023

Skills

  • Investigative Techniques
  • Report Writing
  • Travel Flexibility
  • Independent Field Work
  • Regulatory Understanding
  • Anatomy knowledge
  • Collaboration skills

Certification

Certified Surgical Technologist

Timeline

Medicolegal Death Investigator

Spokane County WA.
06.2023 - 03.2024

Surgical Technologist

Hospitals
01.2021 - 05.2023

Administrative Assistant

Unipath Pathology Lab
03.2018 - 08.2019

Retail Sales Manager

Journeys Shoes
06.2014 - 03.2018

A.A. - SCIENCE, ARTS

NORTH IDAHO COLLEGE
Anissa Limesand