Chelsea Zakowski
BUFFALO
Summary
Results-oriented professional with healthcare and law enforcement experience, transitioning to medical sales. Former Surgical Technologist with in-depth operating room knowledge and expertise in surgical procedures and medical devices. Law enforcement background enhances communication, relationship-building, and crisis management skills. Focused on leveraging clinical knowledge and interpersonal abilities to support healthcare providers and enhance patient outcomes.
Overview
1
1
Certification
2
2
years of post-secondary education
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Police Officer
City Of Buffalo Police Department
Buffalo
01.2024 - Current
- Responded to emergency calls and provided immediate assistance to citizens.
- Enforced laws and ordinances to maintain public safety and order.
- Conducted investigations on criminal activities and gathered evidence systematically.
Surgical Technologist
Prolink Staffing
04.2022 - 10.2023
- Maintained order in operating room during surgical procedures, ensuring sterile field and optimal conditions for patient safety.
- Engaged in ongoing education of products, equipment, and procedures to enhance surgical support and knowledge.
- Worked as an at-will employee at Millard Fillmore Suburban Hospital.
Surgical Technologist
Physicians Regional Medical Center
Naples
11.2021 - 04.2022
Surgical Technologist
Mount St. Mary's Hospital
Lewiston
07.2020 - 11.2021
Surgical Technologist
Sisters of Charity Hospital at St. Joseph's Campus
Buffalo
07.2018 - 07.2020
Education
A.A.S - Applied Science, surgical technology
Trocaire College
Buffalo, NY 05.2013 - 04.2015
Skills
- Situational awareness
- Communication skills
- Decision making
- Conflict management
- Team collaboration
- Attention to detail
- Time management
- Equipment maintenance
- Anatomy and Physiology Knowledge
- Medical Terminology
Certification
- Certified Surgical Technologist, National Board of Surgical Technology & Surgical Assisting, 04/01/15, 04/01/25
- American Heart Association BLS Healthcare Provider Certification, 03/01/22, 03/01/26
- Erie county Law Enforcement training academy certification of completion 06/23/2024
Hobbies and Interests
- Peloton workouts
- Circuit crafts
- Walking my Dog
- Teaching myself to play piano
Timeline
Police Officer
City Of Buffalo Police Department
01.2024 - Current
Surgical Technologist
Prolink Staffing
04.2022 - 10.2023
Surgical Technologist
Physicians Regional Medical Center
11.2021 - 04.2022
Surgical Technologist
Mount St. Mary's Hospital
07.2020 - 11.2021
Surgical Technologist
Sisters of Charity Hospital at St. Joseph's Campus
07.2018 - 07.2020
A.A.S - Applied Science, surgical technology
Trocaire College
05.2013 - 04.2015