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Elisa Bishop

Oklahoma City,OK

Summary

I have been a Surgical Technologist for 23 years and 9 months but have performed numerous additional duties at St. Anthony Hospital.

I am very personable and love helping patients feel safe and secure in their environment. I am an extremely loving and caring person and often put myself in the patient's shoes, so to speak, therefore understanding their worries and needs.

Overview

24
24
years of professional experience

Work History

Surgical Technologist IV

St. Anthony Hospital
Oklahoma City, OK
06.1999 - 06.2019
  • Greeted visitors and provided them with assistance.
  • Answered incoming calls, took messages, and transferred calls to appropriate departments or personnel.
  • Scheduled appointments for clients, customers, and other visitors.
  • Maintained a neat reception area by organizing materials and tidying up furniture.
  • Performed data entry tasks into various computer systems accurately and promptly.
  • Managed all incoming mail distribution, courier services, faxes, and photocopying documents as requested.
  • Assisted in the scheduling of surgeries for patients, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
  • Provided support to surgeons by preparing documents needed for surgeries, such as consent forms and discharge instructions.
  • Provided quality patient care before, during and after surgery by responding to patient needs as directed by the surgeon or anesthesiologist.
  • Participated in continuing education seminars related to Surgery Technician duties.

Surgical Technologist

Midtown Surgery Center- SSM
Oklahoma City, OK
06.2019 - 03.2023
  • Prepared and maintained sterile field for surgical procedures.
  • Assisted in the application of wound dressings, casts, and other medical devices.
  • Provided assistance to surgeons during operations by passing instruments and other supplies.
  • Maintained accurate records of patient care, condition, progress, and concerns.
  • Ensured all necessary equipment was available for each procedure.
  • Kept inventory of supplies and ordered new items as needed.
  • Observed patients' vital signs to assess physical condition.
  • Trained numerous staff members on operating room procedures, infection control and safety and functionality procedures.
  • Adhered to OSHA protocols when sterilizing instruments, discarding medical supplies and disposing of waste.
  • Monitored and assessed operating room conditions and patient and surgical team needs.
  • Provided technical assistance to surgeons, surgical nurses or anesthesiologists.
  • Cleaned and restocked operating room, gathering and placing equipment and supplies.
  • Collaborated with vendors and service providers to coordinate required services and equipment.
  • Transported patients to operating room before surgery and monitored vital signs throughout procedure.

Education

Associate Degree in Surgical Technology - Medicine

Metro Technology Centers - Springlake
Oklahoma City, OK
05-1999

Skills

  • Patient Observation
  • Information Protection
  • Professional Bedside Manner
  • Medical Equipment Operation
  • Healthcare expertise
  • Patient positioning understanding
  • Adaptable
  • Patient Relations
  • Medical Terminology

Affiliations

  • I assist the health ministry team at St. James church with monthly blood pressures.
  • I have assisted my local St. Vincent DePaul organization with fund raising opportunities and other tasks.
  • I have an exercise regimen and have played sports the majority of my life. I believe in team spirit!
  • I am a huge animal lover. I have 2 dogs and 1 cat and I consider them my children.

Personal References

  • Patty Rachael (life-long friend) 405.819.8949
  • Dana Graumann (life-long friend) 405.409.8341
  • Nancy Rahm (life-long friend) 802.416.1948

Professional References

  • Beth Jackson RN 405.833.4537
  • Dr. Jimmy Jackson 405.659.7578
  • Dr. Steven Mueller 405.272.9641

Timeline

Surgical Technologist

Midtown Surgery Center- SSM
06.2019 - 03.2023

Surgical Technologist IV

St. Anthony Hospital
06.1999 - 06.2019

Associate Degree in Surgical Technology - Medicine

Metro Technology Centers - Springlake

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