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Christie McSweeney

Madison

Summary

Meticulous Surgical Technologist excited to bring 32 year background to UW Health. Knowledgeable in all aspects of surgery, including setting up operating rooms, preparing patients and assisting surgeons. Committed to maintaining highest standards of health and safety.

Overview

32
32
years of professional experience

Work History

Surgical Technologist

American Family Children's Hospital
01.2016 - Current
  • Demonstrated expertise in surgical procedures : Over 30 years of experience assisting in a wide range of adult, pediatric and obstetrical patients.
  • Projected best-in-class care standards by achieving training initiatives for new surgical team members and aligning Pediatric Cardiac procedures for optimal efficiency.
  • Leadership and coordination: Proven ability to coordinate surgical teams, manage inventory and streamline processed to enhance efficiency and patient care.

Licensed Esthetician and Lead Massage Therapist

Kosa Spa
09.2022 - 04.2025
  • Provided safe, effective and appropriate massage therapy and facial service techniques during customer appointments.
  • Interviewed potential Massage Therapists as lead therapist.
  • Performed massages for clients using Ayurvedic Abhyanga, Shirodara, Swedish, deep tissue, sports and pregnancy methodologies.

Sales Associate

Green Life Trading Co.
08.2021 - 06.2022
  • Prepared merchandise for sales floor by pricing or tagging.
  • Provided positive first impressions to welcome existing, new, and potential customers.

Surgical Technologist

UW Health Outpatient Surgery
04.2020 - 12.2020
  • Supported surgeons during cosmetic surgeries, eye procedures, gynecological and orthopedic procedures as well as general surgery.

Cardiac Surgical Technician

St Mary's Hospital And Medical Center
06.1993 - 01.2016
  • Controlled bleeding during procedures by applying hemostatic clamps, suture ligatures, and electrocautery equipment.
  • Anticipated surgeons needs and handed instruments and supplies to surgeons during procedures.


Massage Therapist

Self Employed
04.2001 - 05.2003
  • Provided safe, effective and appropriate massage therapy techniques during customer appointments.
  • Maintained client treatment records and designed long-term care programs for return customers.



Education

Ayurvedic Esthetician

Aveda Institute of Beauty And Wellness
08.2022

Licensed Massage Therapist - Massage Therapy And Bodywork

Blue Sky School of Professional Massage - Madison
04.2001

Surgical Technologist

Madison Area Technical College
05.1993

Skills

  • Workplace Safety
  • Supply management
  • Cardiac Surgery
  • Critical thinking
  • Leadership qualities

Timeline

Licensed Esthetician and Lead Massage Therapist

Kosa Spa
09.2022 - 04.2025

Sales Associate

Green Life Trading Co.
08.2021 - 06.2022

Surgical Technologist

UW Health Outpatient Surgery
04.2020 - 12.2020

Surgical Technologist

American Family Children's Hospital
01.2016 - Current

Massage Therapist

Self Employed
04.2001 - 05.2003

Cardiac Surgical Technician

St Mary's Hospital And Medical Center
06.1993 - 01.2016

Licensed Massage Therapist - Massage Therapy And Bodywork

Blue Sky School of Professional Massage - Madison

Surgical Technologist

Madison Area Technical College

Ayurvedic Esthetician

Aveda Institute of Beauty And Wellness