Jewell Hess

Maintains sterile technique, follows infection prevention standards, and supports patient safety.

Works with surgeons, nurses, anesthesia staff, and other clinical team members to support safe, efficient surgeries.

Anticipates the needs of surgeons and prepares accordingly.

Adjusts to changing case needs and clinical priorities in fast-paced and critical healthcare settings.

Prepares operating rooms, instruments, supplies, and equipment for surgical procedures.

Adapted to facility-specific policies, procedures, and clinical workflows within a different hospital system

Applied surgical technology knowledge while learning facility-specific practices and expectations.

Adapted to changing environments in the OR and maintained the ability to integrate into an established healthcare team.

Developed great working relationships.

Trained new surgical technologists on anticipating needs, communication, OR workflows and sterile technique.

Educated staff on new technologies used during surgical procedures in both Neurosurgery, and ophthalmology.

Facilitated communication between members of the healthcare team before, during and after surgeries.

Verified supplies, implants, and equipment for scheduled procedures.

Collaborated with other departments within the operating room, regarding scheduling and equipment needs for surgical procedures.

Attended meetings with physicians, management and other nursing stafff.

Helped review departmental policies and procedures.

Trained orienting staff specifically to our department.

Coordinated employee scheduling to ensure optimal staffing coverage for daily operations.

Managed orders for merchandise and supplies based on store inventory levels.

Maintained inventory pars to facilitate smooth day-to-day operations.