Katherine Carlson
White Cloud,MI
Summary
Demonstrates strong analytical, communication, and teamwork skills, with proven ability to quickly adapt to new environments. Eager to contribute to team success and further develop professional skills. Bring a positive attitude and commitment to continuous learning and growth.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Stay at Home Mom
Self Employed
05.2021 - Current
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions, and make decisions.
- Developed strong organizational and communication skills through coursework and volunteer activities.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness, and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Applied positive behavior management techniques to enhance social interactions and emotional development.
Certified Surgical Technologist
Grand Valley Surgical Center
04.2015 - 05.2021
- Maintained high infection control standards.
- Evaluated procedure needs and set up equipment, tools, supplies, and instruments.
- Setup operating and surgery rooms by preparing equipment and supplies for upcoming procedures.
- Introduced new staff members to training protocols regarding operating room procedures, infection control, safety standards, and overall facility policies.
- Created unobstructed operative fields by using retractors, sponges, and suction and irrigating equipment.
- Worked with vendors for speedy procurement of services and equipment.
- Gathered and set up equipment, tools, and supplies and arranged instruments according to surgeons' preferences or instructions.
- Maintained specialty equipment, implant, and instrumentation inventories.
- Managed operating room setup by cleaning and sterilizing instruments and surfaces, maintaining supply inventories, and organizing surgical tools.
- Stepped in as Material Manager with strong organizational, analytical, and negotiation skills. Worked effectively under pressure and in a fast-paced environment. Maintaining the flow of materials that kept the surgical suite running smoothly.
Education
Bachelors of Applied Science - Leadership And Business Fundamentals
Grand Valley State University
Allendale, MI12-2025
Associate of Applied Science - Surgical Technologist
Baker College
Flint, MI07-2014
Skills
- Time management
- Multitasking
- Effective communication
- Active listening
- Material Management/Inventory
- Calm under pressure
- Flexible and adaptable
Timeline
Stay at Home Mom
Self Employed
05.2021 - Current
Certified Surgical Technologist
Grand Valley Surgical Center
04.2015 - 05.2021
Bachelors of Applied Science - Leadership And Business Fundamentals
Grand Valley State University
Associate of Applied Science - Surgical Technologist
Baker College
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