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Debbie Hobbs

Washington,IL

Summary

Dynamic Surgical Technologist with extensive experience at OSF St. Francis Medical Center, excelling in aseptic techniques and critical thinking. Proven ability to enhance surgical efficiency by anticipating needs and adapting swiftly to challenges, ensuring optimal patient outcomes and safety during complex procedures. Committed to maintaining high infection control standards.

Overview

41
41
years of professional experience

Work History

Surgical Technologist

OSF St. Francis Medical Center
01.2002 - 12.2023
  • Maintained high infection control standards.
  • Prepared operating rooms with required instruments, ensuring efficient setup for various surgical cases.
  • Setup operating and surgery rooms by preparing equipment and supplies for upcoming procedures.
  • Minimized infection risks by strictly adhering to aseptic techniques when handling surgical supplies and equipment.

Surgical Technologist

Dr. CK Song MD
04.1996 - 12.2011
  • Setup operating and surgery rooms by preparing equipment and supplies for upcoming procedures.
  • Handled high-pressure situations calmly and efficiently, contributing to successful completion of critical surgeries.
  • Minimized infection risks by strictly adhering to aseptic techniques when handling surgical supplies and equipment.
  • Increased efficiency during surgeries by anticipating surgeon''s needs and providing timely assistance.
  • Demonstrated exceptional adaptability when faced with unexpected challenges or changes during surgery, responding quickly without compromising patient safety or procedural success.

Surgical Technologist

Proctor Hospital
02.1983 - 08.2004

Same as OSF

  • Prepared operating rooms with required instruments, ensuring efficient setup for various surgical cases.
  • Maintained high infection control standards.
  • Handled high-pressure situations calmly and efficiently, contributing to successful completion of critical surgeries.
  • Assisted surgeons in complex procedures for optimal patient outcomes and reduced recovery time.
  • Increased efficiency during surgeries by anticipating surgeon''s needs and providing timely assistance.
  • Demonstrated exceptional adaptability when faced with unexpected challenges or changes during surgery, responding quickly without compromising patient safety or procedural success.
  • Ensured proper care of surgical instruments through meticulous cleaning, sterilization, and maintenance processes.

Education

No Degree - Surgical Technology

Illinois Central College
East Peoria, IL
01-1978

High School Diploma -

East Peoria High School
East Peoria, IL
05-1975

Skills

  • Aseptic techniques
  • Critical thinking
  • Sterile technique proficiency
  • Setting up and operating equipment

Timeline

Surgical Technologist

OSF St. Francis Medical Center
01.2002 - 12.2023

Surgical Technologist

Dr. CK Song MD
04.1996 - 12.2011

Surgical Technologist

Proctor Hospital
02.1983 - 08.2004

No Degree - Surgical Technology

Illinois Central College

High School Diploma -

East Peoria High School
Debbie Hobbs