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Heather Carlos

Clarksville,TN

Summary

Motivated and experienced Veteran aspiring to make career progression leaps while furthering education. Unique background as a Psychological Specialist serving both in country and deployed has helped develop a solid, structured, foundation in both tactical and technical proficiencies. Constantly looking to expand competencies within legal studies and political sciences to grow as a civilian and leader. Looks to excel through outstanding work ethic, dedication to duty, and relentless pursuit of excellence.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Psychological Operations Specialist

United States Army Reserves
Nashville, TN
06.2018 - Current
  • Responsible for researching and developing targeted campaigns aimed at engaging and influencing selected audience
  • Responsible for analysis of current intelligence for research on foreign target audiences; supervises production of MISO studies and assessments and analysis of enemy propaganda; responsible for developing Series Concept Worksheets, Series Dissemination Worksheets, Series Execution Matrixes, and Product Action Worksheets as part of Operational MISO Detachment that provides military information support
  • Delivered staff training on combat readiness strategies while working to enhance morale and support overall welfare
  • Boosted staff productivity and performance by coordinating and standardizing disciplinary and motivational approaches

Unarmed Security Officer

Portland Patrol Inc
Portland, OR
09.2019 - 11.2019
  • Provided basic first aid and CPR to individuals in need of medical care until arrival of emergency medical personnel.
  • Prevented crimes by immediately reporting all unusual, unauthorized and illegal activity on premises.
  • Supported criminal investigations by collaborating fully with local law enforcement representatives.
  • Responded quickly to incidents and assessed active situations for security concerns.

Surgical Technologist II

Inova Health System
Fairfax, VA
10.2018 - 06.2019
  • Provided assistance to medical staff during surgical procedures to include creation and maintenance of sterile fields for surgical procedures. Performed various preoperative and postoperative procedures as directed. Responsible for sterilization process, which includes inspecting, cleaning, wrapping, and sterilizing equipment
  • Maintained documentation of post-operative instrument reconciliations and protocols for quality care
  • Provided scrubbing surgical assistance and support to surgeons during general, gynecology, genitourinary, orthopedic, neurosurgery and plastic surgery procedures
  • Used sutures, staples, clips and other tools to close wounds
  • Worked closely with new staff members to provide training on operating room procedures, infection control, safety standards and overall facility policies

Surgical Technologist - 68D

United States Army
Bethesda, MD
06.2012 - 06.2018
  • Provided assistance to medical staff during surgical procedures to include creation and maintenance of sterile fields for surgical procedures. Performed various preoperative and postoperative procedures as directed. Responsible for sterilization process, which includes inspecting, cleaning, wrapping, and sterilizing equipment
  • Provided scrubbing surgical assistance and support to surgeons during general, gynecology, genitourinary, orthopedic, neurosurgery and plastic surgery procedures
  • Liaised between Urology department and operating room teams, ensuring availability of requisite instruments and equipment, including loaned and specialty devices
  • Introduced new staff members to training protocols regarding operating room procedures, infection control, safety standards and overall facility policies

Education

Bachelor of Science - Political Science And Government

Austin Peay State University
Clarksville, TN
05.2023

Skills

  • Strong leader
  • Training and development
  • Exceptional communication skills
  • Problem resolution
  • Teamwork/Management
  • Self motivated
  • Attention to detail
  • Strategic development
  • MS Office

Languages

Spanish
Native or Bilingual

Additional Information

  • Military Awards include Army Commendation Medal, Army Achievement Medal (2nd Award), Army Good Conduct Medal (2nd Award), Army Service Ribbon, Afghanistan Campaign Medal, Army Global War on Terrorism Medal, Army Global War on Terrorism Expeditionary Medal, NCO Professional Development Ribbon, Army Service Ribbon, Overseas Service Ribbon, NATO Medal, and Certificate of Achievement (5th Award).

Certification

Operational and Organizational Security

Operations Security

Cross-Cultural Negotiations

Foreign Internal Defense Course

Mission Partnership Environment Planning

Stability Operations

Timeline

Unarmed Security Officer

Portland Patrol Inc
09.2019 - 11.2019

Surgical Technologist II

Inova Health System
10.2018 - 06.2019

Psychological Operations Specialist

United States Army Reserves
06.2018 - Current

Surgical Technologist - 68D

United States Army
06.2012 - 06.2018

Bachelor of Science - Political Science And Government

Austin Peay State University
Heather Carlos