Carla Davidson
Monroeton,PA
Summary
Efficient OR Technician Assistant known for high productivity and ability to complete tasks swiftly and accurately. Possess specialized skills in surgical instrument sterilization, patient preparation, and operating room setup, ensuring seamless surgical procedures. Excel in teamwork, communication, and adaptability, contributing positively to fast-paced surgical environments while maintaining strict adherence to safety protocols. Highly skilled OR Technician Assistant with experience in a fast-paced surgical environment. Strengths include maintaining sterile fields, assisting surgeons during procedures, and handling an array of surgical tools and equipment. Proven ability to work effectively under pressure, demonstrating strong problem-solving skills and initiative. Previous roles have benefited from improved efficiency within the operating room team.
Overview
34
34
years of professional experience
Work History
OR Technician Assistant
Guthrie Robert Packer Hospital
Sayre, PA
06.2024 - Current
- Assisted in preparation of operating rooms for surgery by setting up equipment and instruments according to surgeon's preference.
- Maintained sterile environment by adhering to infection control procedures.
- Provided assistance to surgeons and other medical personnel during surgeries.
- Transported patients from pre-op area to operating room, and then back again post-operatively.
Patient Transporter
Guthrie Robert Packer Hospital
Sayre, PA
06.2014 - 06.2017
- Greeted and assisted patients in wheelchairs to their appointments.
- Assisted nurses with patient transfers, using proper body mechanics and safety measures.
- Ensured patients' comfort by providing blankets, pillows, water, and other necessary items.
- Maintained cleanliness of transport vehicles and equipment.
Mail Carrier
Athens Post Office
Athens, PA
05.2004 - 05.2014
- Sorted mail to be delivered according to route and customer address.
- Scanned packages for delivery tracking.
- Delivered packages and letters to residential customers.
- Collected signatures from recipients of registered mail items.
Nurse Assistant
Guthrie
Towanda, PA
06.1990 - 03.1996
- Assisted nurses with daily patient care, including dressing wounds and providing hygiene assistance.
- Provided companionship to patients by talking to them, listening to their concerns, and helping them stay positive.
- Performed vital signs checks such as blood pressure and temperature readings for patients.
- Collected specimens from patients for laboratory analysis.
Education
High School Diploma -
Northeast Bradford High School
Rome, PA06-1990
Health Assistant
Towanda Vocational School
Towanda, PA06-1990
Skills
- Stress management techniques
- Anatomy and physiology understanding
- Dressing wounds
- Safely disposing of needles
- Patient transportation
- Disposing of biohazardous waste
- Supply Restocking
- Infection Control
- Patient Relations
- Patient Feeding
- Vital Sign Monitoring
- Light Housekeeping
- Patient Assessments
- Mobility Assistance
- Direct Patient Care
- Basic Life Support
Timeline
OR Technician Assistant
Guthrie Robert Packer Hospital
06.2024 - Current
Patient Transporter
Guthrie Robert Packer Hospital
06.2014 - 06.2017
Mail Carrier
Athens Post Office
05.2004 - 05.2014
Nurse Assistant
Guthrie
06.1990 - 03.1996
High School Diploma -
Northeast Bradford High School
Health Assistant
Towanda Vocational School
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