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Kaitlin Yanna

West Branch,MI

Summary

Professional surgical technologist with comprehensive expertise in surgical procedures, sterile techniques, and patient care. Strong focus on team collaboration and delivering results, adapting seamlessly to changing needs in high-pressure environments. Proficient in instrument handling, surgical field preparation, and ensuring optimal patient outcomes. Reliable, resourceful, and prepared for pivotal roles in surgical settings.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Sales Representative

Zimmer Biomet Great Lakes
03.2025 - Current
  • Developed tailored solutions in response to unique customer needs, increasing overall satisfaction rates.
  • Gained customer trust and confidence by demonstrating compelling, persuasive and composed professional demeanor.

Certified Surgical Technologist

Tawas MidMichigan Hospital
11.2023 - 03.2025
  • Assisted surgeons during operative procedures by anticipating their needs and passing instruments.
  • Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
  • Cleaned and maintained operating equipment to keep resources in good working condition and ready for use.
  • Anticipated surgeons needs and handed instruments and supplies to surgeons during procedures.

Certified Surgical Technologist

Munson Healthcare Charlevoix Hospital
05.2021 - 08.2024
  • Assisted surgeons during operative procedures by anticipating their needs and passing instruments.
  • Orthopedic coordinator, for over two years. Contacted representatives for all orthopedic cases, while making sure all equipment was available and ready for each case.

Waitress

Villager Publishing
07.2022 - 11.2023
  • Took orders for food and drinks and delivered them to guests.

Cashier/Retail Sales Associate

Tawas Do It Best Hardware
03.2018 - 12.2020
  • Greeted customers and answered any questions they had about the store's products and services.
  • Operated cash register efficiently and accurately, processed payments by cash, check, credit card, gift card or automatic debit.

Education

ASSOCIATE IN APPLIED SCIENCE (A.A.S.) IN SURGICAL TECHNOLOGY -

Baker College
05.2021

HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA -

Tawas Area Highschool
06.2019

Skills

  • Sales expertise
  • Orthopedic Surgery
  • Safe sharps disposal
  • Professionalism and ethics
  • Surgical equipment operation
  • Patient confidentiality
  • Passing surgical tools
  • Time management skills
  • Product knowledge

Certification

  • Certified Surgical Technologist
  • BLS/ CPR (Ex. 08/2025)

Timeline

Sales Representative

Zimmer Biomet Great Lakes
03.2025 - Current

Certified Surgical Technologist

Tawas MidMichigan Hospital
11.2023 - 03.2025

Waitress

Villager Publishing
07.2022 - 11.2023

Certified Surgical Technologist

Munson Healthcare Charlevoix Hospital
05.2021 - 08.2024

Cashier/Retail Sales Associate

Tawas Do It Best Hardware
03.2018 - 12.2020

HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA -

Tawas Area Highschool

ASSOCIATE IN APPLIED SCIENCE (A.A.S.) IN SURGICAL TECHNOLOGY -

Baker College