Ashley Iwanicki
Taylor
Summary
Dedicated and dependable healthcare professional with strong attention to detail, the ability to learn quickly, and a commitment to following established procedures and safety standards. Known for being highly motivated, reliable, and an effective team player in fast-paced environments. Brings a strong work ethic and a patient-focused mindset while supporting surgical teams and maintaining high standards of care. Eager to contribute skills and professionalism as a valuable member of a surgical team
Overview
2027
2027
years of professional experience
Work History
Travel CVOR CST
AYA/ University of Michigan
01.2022 - Current
CVOR CST
Henry Ford Health System
2019 - 2022
Level III Surgical Technologist
Henry Ford Health System
2017 - 2019
Surgical Technologist
St Mary's Hospital
2014 - 2017
Education
B.A.S. - Minor in Psychology
University of Michigan - Graduated With Honors
01-2026
Cardiac surgery shared governance team representative
Henry Ford Health System
01-2018
Completed 25 credits towards bachelors
Wayne State University
01-2017
A.A.S. - Surgical Technology-CAAHEP NBSTSA Cert.
Wayne County Community College
01-2014
Associate of Arts -
Wayne County Community College
Detroit, MI04-2012
Skills
- Advanced training in the Cardiothoracic and vascular field Able to understand, prepare, anticipate, troubleshoot, evaluate and list possible solutions before, during and after surgical cases
- Heart and Double Lung Transplants
- Ascending Aortic Aneurism and Dissections including Homograft's, valve-sparing and Bentall
- CABG on and off pump
- AVR, MVR, TVR sternotomy and thoracotomy
- Atrial and Septal defect, Ventricular Septal Defect repair
- Myomectomies, Maze Cryo and Cardio ablation
- LVAD & RVAD including Heartmate II & III and Centrimag, TAVR, Cath Lab and ECMHO
- Extended skill set includes sterile processing and surgical sterilization, communication, staff supervision, scheduling, payroll, patient care, instituting standards of care, cost control, staff recruitment, training, quickbooks
Technical Profile
Gather necessary medical equipment, supplies and instruments for setup. Assist Surgeon and Assistant in a variety of specialties including Cardiac, Transplant, Vascular, IR, Thoracic, OB/GYN, Urology, ENT, Orthopedics, Plastic surgery, Robotics and General surgery. Knowledge of instrumentation and maintaining a sterile environment, sponge, needle, and instrument counts. Positioning and facilitate room turnovers, handle specimens according to operating room policies and procedures. Have developed a strong understanding of the operating rooms diverse working styles and personalities and increased technical proficiency by watching, listening, understanding, remembering and executing knowledge in the field.
Affiliations
- Golden Key International Honors Society
- Psi Chi International Honors Society
- Archaeological Institute of America
Timeline
Travel CVOR CST
AYA/ University of Michigan
01.2022 - Current
Cardiac surgery shared governance team representative
Henry Ford Health System
Completed 25 credits towards bachelors
Wayne State University
CVOR CST
Henry Ford Health System
2019 - 2022
Level III Surgical Technologist
Henry Ford Health System
2017 - 2019
Surgical Technologist
St Mary's Hospital
2014 - 2017
B.A.S. - Minor in Psychology
University of Michigan - Graduated With Honors
A.A.S. - Surgical Technology-CAAHEP NBSTSA Cert.
Wayne County Community College
Associate of Arts -
Wayne County Community College