Anthony Basica
Powder Springs,GA
Summary
Self-motivated Operations Manager successful in collaborating with consultants, area leaders, and employees to streamline and strengthen processes and control costs. Highly organized and detailed collaborator with solid record of accomplishment in meeting and exceeding business targets. In-depth knowledge of operational and budget management techniques.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
Lab Operations Manager - Customer Training
Intuitive Surgical
Peachtree Corners
06.2018 - 05.2026
- Hired as Lab Associate III, promoted shortly after to Lab Supervisor and then to Lab Operations Manager.
- Manages the Lab Associate team directly at the Peachtree Corners customer training center, indirectly oversees Lab Associates in the US and assists with newly hired global Lab Associates.
- Spearheaded global implementation of ATM logistics during COVID-19, designing scalable ordering and tracking framework to ensure business continuity for customer training.
- Drives continuous improvement initiatives for tissue utilization, increasing global adoption of ATM technology and refining workflows to enhance training efficacy.
- Authored and implemented comprehensive SOPs and HSAs (Health & Safety Agreements) to standardize operations for lab associates and cross-functional teams, ensuring regulatory compliance and operational safety.
- Leading the lifecycle development of a new Customer Training facility B010, managing stakeholders from initial architectural planning through construction; currently overseeing final phases for 2026 completion and 2027 occupancy.
- Orchestrated end-to-end RFP processes for high-complexity categories, including selection of primary enterprise-wide scrub vendor and sourcing of specialized medical cadaver suppliers.
- Conducted extensive market research to identify, vet, and onboard strategic third-party vendors, optimizing the supply chain for surgeon training materials while achieving cost-efficient pricing.
Clinical / Skills Lab Assistant Manager
Florida Hospital Nicholson Center
11.2012 - 06.2018
- Managed Florida Hospital inanimate tissue program, creating re-use models based on client needs, assisting with multiple surgical types, leading lab team for clinical education and training events, and supporting robotic training and education programs.
- Created and implemented inanimate patient tracking program, ensuring accurate long- and short-term tracking of tissue in and out of facility.
- Developed innovative applications for inanimate tissue to support emerging cardiac surgical markets.
- Developed new relationships with multiple vendors to ensure the highest quality patient for our clients as well as the most economical option to work within budget.
- Developed relations with multiple third-party medical supply vendors for best pricing on larger volume orders.
- Worked with education committee to create internal robotic training programs.
Co-Founder
Puppy Dreams Pet hotel Inc.
West Orange County
11.1999 - 06.2018
- Co-founded and managed operations of a small business, overseeing hiring and all aspects of establishment.
- Working with two other partners created and opened the first upscale pet hotel in West Orange County.
- Led training for new hires and developed initial social media and marketing programs.
- Managed vendor relations and invoicing using Quickbooks, ensuring smooth financial operations.
- Worked daily with our clients and employees for the first few years until the business grew enough to step aside and allow the employees to run the day-to-day activities.
Emergency and Critical Care Nurse
Animal Emergency Clinic at Buffalo Ridge Animal Hospital
02.2012 - 11.2012
- Supported surgeries by assisting table side and closely monitoring patient anesthesia for safety and stability.
- Collaborated with veterinarians to establish new overnight emergency clinic, facilitated hiring of overnight emergency technicians, developed and implemented staffing schedules to ensure adequate coverage.
- Managed inventory and procurement of medications and supplies for overnight clinic operations.
Emergency and Critical Care Charge Nurse
Veterinary Emergency Clinic of Central Florida
02.2000 - 02.2012
- Assisted at surgical table, maintaining sterile procedures during operations.
- Educated clients on surgical procedures as well as numerous health diagnoses for their animals.
- Managed inventories across three locations, restructured and organized for improved tracking and ordering, minimizing expired inventory.
- Collaborated with vendors to refine pricing strategies and streamline bulk purchasing options.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Neuroscience
Saint Mary’s University
Winona, MN05-1997
Skills
- Laboratory management
- Quality control
- Continuous improvement
- Workflow optimization
- Supply chain management
- Vendor negotiation
- Problem solving
Timeline
Lab Operations Manager - Customer Training
Intuitive Surgical
06.2018 - 05.2026
Clinical / Skills Lab Assistant Manager
Florida Hospital Nicholson Center
11.2012 - 06.2018
Emergency and Critical Care Nurse
Animal Emergency Clinic at Buffalo Ridge Animal Hospital
02.2012 - 11.2012
Emergency and Critical Care Charge Nurse
Veterinary Emergency Clinic of Central Florida
02.2000 - 02.2012
Co-Founder
Puppy Dreams Pet hotel Inc.
11.1999 - 06.2018
Bachelor of Arts - Neuroscience
Saint Mary’s University