Joshua Wilhite
Memphis
Summary
Focused surgical technologist with several years of expertise in and settings. Knowledgeable in practices for medicine, surgery and general surgery. Team leader in devising new programs and training employees on updated policies, protocols and new equipment. Enthusiastic to join rewarding organization focused on supporting growth and career progression.
Patient Care Associate with extensive experience in enhancing operational efficiency and ensuring patient comfort during hospital transitions. Adept at managing patient data, coordinating hospital transfers, and maintaining equipment readiness. Demonstrates strong communication skills, a diligent personality, and the ability to work independently or collaboratively, with a focus on improving patient satisfaction and overall care quality.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Certified Surgical Technologist
Methodist University Hospital
Memphis
05.2025 - Current
- Prepared and maintained surgical instruments for various procedures.
- Assisted surgeons by providing necessary tools during operations.
- Ensured compliance with safety and sanitation standards in the surgical environment.
- Assisted surgeons during operative procedures by anticipating their needs and passing instruments.
- Maintained aseptic technique throughout the procedure.
- Prepared operating room for surgical procedures, including setting up sterile field.
- Performed instrument counts before, during, and after surgeries as required by hospital policy.
- Helped maintain an organized working environment in the OR through cleaning, stocking supplies, and organizing equipment carts.
- Demonstrated knowledge of principles of asepsis while preparing and caring for patients undergoing surgery.
- Performed various duties such as applying dressings to incisions sites postoperatively.
Patient Care Associate
Methodist University Hospital
Memphis
02.2023 - Current
- Ensure patient comfort during transport, maintain accurate logs, and prepare stretchers, fostering a caring environment for optimal recovery.
- Meticulously manage patient data entry, coordinate seamless hospital transfers, and maintain equipment readiness for efficient care delivery.
- Partner with healthcare team to facilitate smooth patient transitions, enhancing overall care quality and operational efficiency.
- Streamline patient transport processes, reducing wait times and improving hospital resource allocation for enhanced patient satisfaction.
Tech Consultant
Target Corporation
Memphis
11.2022 - 01.2023
- Pioneered tech-driven solutions for guest inquiries, streamlining the consultation process and enhancing customer satisfaction at Target Corporation.
- Optimized merchandise placement strategies, leading to improved product visibility and a notable uptick in sales within the tech department.
- Fostered strong partnerships with team members to ensure seamless tech support, creating a cohesive and efficient work environment.
- Provided empathetic and knowledgeable assistance to guests, resolving complex tech issues and cultivating lasting customer relationships.
Order Fulfillment Associate
Home Depot
Memphis
08.2020 - 11.2022
- Streamlined order fulfillment process, reducing processing time and enhancing customer satisfaction.
- Implemented efficient staging system for improved delivery accuracy.
- Fostered strong teamwork in the fulfillment department, leading to improved coordination and faster order processing.
- Shared best practices with colleagues.
- Analyzed order fulfillment data to identify bottlenecks and inefficiencies.
- Proposed and implemented data-driven solutions, leading to measurable improvements.
- Optimized order fulfillment workflow, significantly reducing processing time and boosting customer satisfaction rates.
Court Intern
Just City
Memphis
01.2022 - 04.2022
- My responsibilities were to report to specific court rooms, oversee trials and sessions, and report my studies to my supervisor.
- Observed court proceedings, analyzed legal processes, and compiled comprehensive reports for supervisor, enhancing understanding of judicial systems.
Receiving Associate/Stocker
Bass Pro Shops
Memphis
01.2019 - 09.2019
- Managed inventory accuracy through precise SKU labeling, efficient freight handling, and meticulous shipment verification, ensuring optimal stock levels and organization.
Education
Certification of Surgical Technology - Surgical Technology
University of Memphis
Memphis, United States 11.2024 - 04.2025
Associate's degree - Criminal Justice
Southwest Tennessee Community College
Memphis, TNSkills
- Organizational Skills
- Skillful
- General Labor
- Hospitality
- Tech-savvy
- Problem Resolution
- Team Collaboration
- Aseptic technique
- Patient monitoring
- Surgical instrument counting
- Operating room organization
- Team collaboration
- Time management
- Effective communication
- Problem solving
- Attention to detail
- Critical thinking
- Dressing wounds
- Preparing for surgeries
- Safely disposing of needles
- Biohazardous waste disposal
Timeline
Certified Surgical Technologist
Methodist University Hospital
05.2025 - Current
Certification of Surgical Technology - Surgical Technology
University of Memphis
11.2024 - 04.2025
Patient Care Associate
Methodist University Hospital
02.2023 - Current
Tech Consultant
Target Corporation
11.2022 - 01.2023
Court Intern
Just City
01.2022 - 04.2022
Order Fulfillment Associate
Home Depot
08.2020 - 11.2022
Receiving Associate/Stocker
Bass Pro Shops
01.2019 - 09.2019
Associate's degree - Criminal Justice
Southwest Tennessee Community College