Cher Switzer
Pearl,MS
Summary
Driven Surgical Technologist offering four years experience in ambulatory and hospital settings. Well-versed in general surgery, gynecological and Labor and Delivery procedures. Proven leader in procedures and equipment. Eager to take next career step with growing organization offering opportunities for professional development and advancement.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified Surgical Technologist
Merit Health Woman's Hospital
Flowood, MS
07.2018 - Current
- Anticipated surgeons needs and handed instruments and supplies to surgeons during procedures.
- Gathered and set up equipment, tools and supplies and arrange instruments according to surgeons' preferences or instruction.
- Created safe operating environments for invasive and non-invasive procedures.
- Collected, prepared, and disposed of medical specimens.
- Prepared instruments for terminal sterilization and reset surgical suites for next procedure.
- Maintained high infection control standards.
Certified Teacher Assistant
Rankin County School District
Brandon, MS
05.2009 - 05.2015
- Helped teacher prepare instructional material and displays.
- Enforced rules and instructions to maintain discipline.
- Arranged and organized classroom desks, chairs and supplies.
- Demonstrated specific skills and activities for students to improve understanding and take excess workload off teachers.
Assistant Manager
Fat Cake Guy
Flowood, MS
06.1993 - 05.2015
- Monitored cash intake and deposit records, increasing accuracy and reducing discrepancies.
- Helped with planning schedules and delegating assignments to meet coverage and service demands.
- Offered hands-on assistance to customers, assessing needs and maintaining current knowledge of consumer preferences.
- Completed regular inventory counts to verify stock levels, address discrepancies and forecast future needs.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Surgical Technology
Hinds Community College
Raymond, MS07.2018
High School Diploma -
Madison Central High School
Madison, MS05.1992
Skills
- HIPAA Proficiency
- Surgical Technology
- Passing Surgical Tools
- Emergency Situations
- Setting Up Equipment
- Infection Control Protocols
- Gynecological Surgery
- Pre-Surgical Preparation
- Aseptic and Sterilization Techniques
Certification
- CST - Certified Surgical Technologist
Timeline
Certified Surgical Technologist
Merit Health Woman's Hospital
07.2018 - Current
Certified Teacher Assistant
Rankin County School District
05.2009 - 05.2015
Assistant Manager
Fat Cake Guy
06.1993 - 05.2015
Associate of Applied Science - Surgical Technology
Hinds Community College
High School Diploma -
Madison Central High School
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