Christy Patterson

• Anticipated surgeons needs and handed instruments and supplies to surgeons during procedures.
• Setup operating and surgery rooms by preparing equipment and supplies for upcoming procedures.
• Demonstrated adaptability when faced with emergency situations or unexpected complications during surgeries, providing prompt support to surgical teams.
• Expedited surgery room turnover times by swiftly preparing operating rooms for subsequent surgeries, maximizing efficiency within the department.
• Assisted surgeons in complex procedures, ensuring efficient completion and minimized complications.
• Reduced surgery time by effectively anticipating surgeon''s needs and providing timely assistance.
• Enhanced patient safety by maintaining a sterile surgical environment and adhering to strict protocols.
• Gathered and set up equipment, tools, and supplies and arrange instruments according to surgeons' preferences or instruction.
• Ensured proper handling of specimens during surgeries, aiding in accurate diagnostic results for patients.
• Evaluated procedure needs and set up equipment, tools, supplies, and instruments.
• Mentored junior staff members on proper techniques and best practices within the field of surgical technology, promoting professional growth among peers.
• Performed accurate instrument counts, preventing potential surgical complications due to retained items.
• Created unobstructive operative fields by using retractors, sponges, and suction and irrigating equipment.
• Hospitals I worked at:

Yale Health, New Haven CT 2/22/2021 -10/22/2021

Mercy Atrium Health, Charlotte NC 11/8/2021-1/28/2022

Beth Israel Deaconess, Plymouth MA 2/28/2022-7/29/22

Abbott Northwestern, Minneapolis MN 8/15/2022-11/12/2022

St Joseph Franciscan, Tacoma WA 12/8/2022-3/8/2023

Jefferson Healthcare, Port Townsend WA 3/13/2023-8/18/2023

Monument Health, Rapid City SD 9/18/2023-12/23/2023

Jewish UOFL Health, Louisville KY 1/15/2024-9/21/2024

Havasu Regional, Lake Havasu AZ 9/30/2024-5/24/2025

Harbor Regional, Aberdeen WA 6/9/2025-9/15/2025

• Assisted surgeons in diverse specialties, adapting seamlessly to various procedures and facility requirements.
• Demonstrated adaptability by swiftly acclimating to new facilities, staff, and operational processes while traveling between assignments.
• Kept abreast of industry advancements through ongoing professional development activities, resulting in enhanced skill sets and knowledge base.
• Maintained compliance with regulatory standards through strict adherence to facility policies and OSHA guidelines.
• Passed instruments and supplies to surgical team members to provide surgeons with necessary tools to complete procedures.
• Gathered and set up equipment, tools, and supplies and arrange instruments according to surgeons' preferences or instruction.
• Positioned patients and set up drapes to create comfortable surgical environment for patients.
• Handled and prepared specimens for laboratory analysis to provide surgeons with relevant information.
• Facilitated effective communication among surgical team members, leading to seamless collaboration during procedures.
• Maintained optimal inventory levels for surgical supplies, ensuring availability for scheduled procedures.
• Hosptitals I worked at:

Gerald Champion, Alamogordo NM 8/4/2020-10/30/2020

Medical City, Plano TX 11/9/2020-2/28/2021

• Anticipated surgeons needs and handed instruments and supplies to surgeons during procedures.
• Setup operating and surgery rooms by preparing equipment and supplies for upcoming procedures.
• Demonstrated adaptability when faced with emergency situations or unexpected complications during surgeries, providing prompt support to surgical teams.
• Expedited surgery room turnover times by swiftly preparing operating rooms for subsequent surgeries, maximizing efficiency within the department.
• Assisted surgeons in complex procedures, ensuring efficient completion and minimized complications.
• Reduced surgery time by effectively anticipating surgeon''s needs and providing timely assistance.
• Enhanced patient safety by maintaining a sterile surgical environment and adhering to strict protocols.
• Gathered and set up equipment, tools, and supplies and arrange instruments according to surgeons' preferences or instruction.
• Ensured proper handling of specimens during surgeries, aiding in accurate diagnostic results for patients.
• Evaluated procedure needs and set up equipment, tools, supplies, and instruments.
• Created unobstructive operative fields by using retractors, sponges, and suction and irrigating equipment.
• Contributed to reduced infection rates by diligently practicing proper sterilization techniques for instruments and equipment.
• Streamlined workflow by organizing instruments efficiently on the back table according to procedure requirements.
• Created safe operating environments for invasive and non-invasive procedures.
• Expanded knowledge of surgical procedures through continuous professional development, staying current with industry advancements.
• Maintained high infection control standards.
• Lead Da Vinci Robotic Coordinator
• Precept and teach up and coming students