Emilee Carpenter
Selmer,TN
Summary
Dynamic and adaptable surgical technologist with a proven track record at Jackson Madison County General Hospital. Recognized for enhancing patient safety through meticulous sterilization techniques and efficient operating room setups. A dependable team player, skilled in multitasking and active listening, committed to delivering exceptional support during complex CVOR procedures.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
CST CVOR
Jackson Madison County General Hospital
Jackson, TN
09.2021 - Current
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
- Assisted in training new staff members on CVOR operations protocols ensuring continuous improvement within the healthcare facility.
- Demonstrated adaptability by quickly learning new technology advancements related to CVOR procedures.
- Facilitated seamless transitions between surgeries by efficiently preparing operating rooms for consecutive cases.
- Continuously advanced personal knowledge of surgical techniques and practices through ongoing professional development opportunities and trainings.
- Reduced surgery time by efficiently setting up operating rooms with required equipment and instruments.
- Assisted surgeons in complex CVOR procedures, ensuring a smooth workflow and positive patient outcomes.
- Setup operating and surgery rooms by preparing equipment and supplies for upcoming procedures.
Travel CST CVOR
FlexCare Medical Staffing
Roseville, CA
05.2023 - 04.2024
- 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.
- Contributed to reduced infection rates by diligently practicing proper sterilization techniques for instruments and equipment.
- Delivered exemplary assistance and support to surgeons during general, gynecological, orthopedic, neurological, and plastic surgery procedures.
- Maintained daily workflow, coordinating with operating room staff to prepare for scheduled and emergency
- Passed instruments and supplies to surgical team members to provide surgeons with necessary tools to complete procedures.
CST
Magnolia Regional Medical Center
Corinth, MS
05.2019 - 12.2021
- Anticipated surgeons needs and handed instruments and supplies to surgeons during procedures.
- Demonstrated adaptability when faced with emergency situations or unexpected complications during surgeries, providing prompt support to surgical teams.
- Collected, prepared and disposed of medical specimens.
- Expanded knowledge of surgical procedures through continuous professional development, staying current with industry advancements.
- Achieved consistent performance evaluations through dedication to excellence in patient care, teamwork, and adherence to established protocols.
- Maintained high infection control standards.
- Supported surgeons during cosmetic surgeries, gynecological and orthopedic procedures and general appointments.
- Maintained specialty equipment, implant, and instrumentation inventories.
- Reduced infection risks and protected patients by maintaining sterile fields during procedures.
- Positioned patients and set up drapes to create comfortable surgical environment for patients.
- Reduced surgery time by effectively anticipating surgeon''s needs and providing timely assistance.
- 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.
Education
Associate Degree In Nursing - Nursing
Northeast Mississippi Community College
Booneville, MSSurgical Technology - Surgical Technology
Tennessee College of Applied Technology
Jackson, TN05.2019
High School Diploma - Healthcare
Mcnairy Central High School
Selmer05.2013
Skills
- Friendly, positive attitude
- Time management
- Flexible and adaptable
- Dependable and responsible
- Multitasking
- Active listening
Certification
- Certified Surgical Technologist
- BLS
Timeline
Travel CST CVOR
FlexCare Medical Staffing
05.2023 - 04.2024
CST CVOR
Jackson Madison County General Hospital
09.2021 - Current
CST
Magnolia Regional Medical Center
05.2019 - 12.2021
Associate Degree In Nursing - Nursing
Northeast Mississippi Community College
Surgical Technology - Surgical Technology
Tennessee College of Applied Technology
High School Diploma - Healthcare
Mcnairy Central High School