DERRICK CARRADINE
South Holland,IL
Summary
Focused professional well versed in wide range procedures. Adept in quickly preparing surgical suites per procedure and surgeon instructions. Expertise in sterile and aseptic techniques. Board certified by national board of surgical technology and surgical assisting. Motivated professional adept at handling instruments, supplies, and equipment for non-invasive to minimally invasive procedures. Well versed in all operating room activities with a commitment to upholding the highest standard of sterile technique during procedures. Excited to bring several year background to growing organization.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Patient Care Technician
University of Chicago Medical Center
Chicago, IL
02.2018 - 09.2023
- Assisted in preparing patients for examinations and treatments, including vital signs monitoring.
- Explained treatment procedures to patients and their families.
- Organized supplies in order to maintain adequate stock levels throughout shift.
- Educated patients on basic health-related topics such as nutrition, hygiene habits.
- Helped create a safe environment by following infection control policies.
- Responded quickly in emergency situations by providing appropriate first aid measures.
- Performed EKGs, phlebotomy, and other laboratory tests as directed by physician or RN.
- Collected specimens such as urine samples for testing purposes according to established protocols.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Surgical Technology
Midwestern Career College
Chicago, IL04-2024
Skills
- Passing surgical tools
- Preparing for surgeries
- Equipment set up
- Suturing wounds
- OB/GYN procedures
- Nursing support
- Organizational abilities
- Workplace Safety
- Instrument preparation
- Supply Management
- Patient transportation
- Medication Administration
- Surgical counts
- HIPAA proficiency
- Surgical Assistance
- Aseptic and sterilization techniques
- Equipment set up and operation
- Aseptic Techniques
Timeline
Patient Care Technician
University of Chicago Medical Center
02.2018 - 09.2023
Associate of Applied Science - Surgical Technology
Midwestern Career College