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Christina Johnson

Lake Forest,IL

Summary

CSFA with 19 years of experience in a multi-specialty role including all specialties with the exception of eyes. Advanced laparoscopic and robotic cases are definitely favorites,however my passion is General and Vascular.

My purpose and focus is to help improve the surgical outcome and quality of life for every patient that I care for.

My colleagues have described me as a level-headed healthcare professional, who remains calm and effective in extremely difficult and stressful situations,and a team player.

I am a patient advocate and also an advocate for everyone on my OR team. Excellence and accountability are key when it comes to preparation for a case and performance intra-operatively.

References available upon request.

Certifications:

BLS

CST

CSFA

SPANISH INTERPRETER

Professional Affiliations:

National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting

LinkedIn

Other Interests :

Medical Missions

Continued Professional Development through attendance at conferences ,seminars and on-going CEUs.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience

Work History

Certified Surgical First Assistant

Northwest Community Hospital/ Endeavor Health
Arlington Heights, Illinois
03.2018 - Current

Certified Surgical First Assistant

ASP/Surgikal at Northwestern Medicine
Lake Forest, Illinois
03.2018 - 02.2024

Certified Surgical First Assistant

Ascension Healthcare
Milwaukee, WI
07.2016 - 01.2020

Certified Surgical First Assistant

West Allis Medical Center
West Allis, Wisconsin
12.2007 - 06.2016

Education

Associate of Applied Science - Surgical First Assisting

Meridian School of Surgical Assisting
Nashville, TN
08-2021

Bachelor of Science - Bachelor of Arts in Integrative Sciences

Alverno College
Milwaukee, WI
05.2020

Some College (No Degree) - Surgical Technology

MATC Milwaukee
Milwaukee, WI

Skills

Provided surgical support to help surgeons execute safe operations and procedures resulting in positive patient outcomes

Rendered aid to patients experiencing life-threatening emergencies during surgical procedures
Closed wounds from fascia- level to skin frequently

Developed effective strategies to streamline organizational performance, increase revenues and boost productivity

Controlled bleeding during surgical procedures by clamping and ligating blood vessels

Dressed wounds with antiseptic compounds and sterile coverings to protect surgical sites and promote healing

Used hemostatic clamps, suture ligatures, and electrocautery equipment to control bleeding

Occasionally fired staplers intra-operatively and applied ligaclips under direction of surgeon

  • General surgery
  • Neurosurgery
  • OB/GYN procedures

Affiliations

Timeline

Certified Surgical First Assistant

Northwest Community Hospital/ Endeavor Health
03.2018 - Current

Certified Surgical First Assistant

ASP/Surgikal at Northwestern Medicine
03.2018 - 02.2024

Certified Surgical First Assistant

Ascension Healthcare
07.2016 - 01.2020

Certified Surgical First Assistant

West Allis Medical Center
12.2007 - 06.2016

Associate of Applied Science - Surgical First Assisting

Meridian School of Surgical Assisting

Bachelor of Science - Bachelor of Arts in Integrative Sciences

Alverno College

Some College (No Degree) - Surgical Technology

MATC Milwaukee
Christina Johnson