Kelsee Apodaca
Truth or Consequences,NM
Summary
Certified Surgical Technologist (NRST) with over five years of comprehensive healthcare experience as Medical Assistant, Sterile Processing Technician, and Phlebotomy Technician.
Overview
1
1
Certification
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Barista
Mile Marker 7 Coffee
Truth Or Consequences, NM
12.2025 - Current
- Prepared espresso drinks, brewed coffee, and specialty beverages with consistent quality standards.
- Trained new baristas on drink recipes, register procedures, and customer service expectations.
- Monitored inventory levels, restocked supplies, and communicated product shortages promptly.
Lead Medical Assistant
Internal Medicine
Anchorage, AK
11.2023 - 06.2025
- Assisted physicians during in-office procedures using sterile technique.
- Performed daily venipuncture and specimen collection.
- Prepared patients for examinations and procedures.
- Charted patient information using Athenahealth EHR.
- Completed medication refills and prior authorizations.
- Performed 12-lead EKGs.
- Managed patient communications via phone and email.
- Coordinated patient care while maintaining efficient clinic workflow.
Sterile Processing Technician
Alaska Regional Hospital
03.2022 - 10.2022
- Decontaminated, assembled, sterilized, and inspected surgical instruments.
- Prepared instrument trays for surgical procedures.
- Ensured compliance with infection prevention standards.
- Maintained accurate sterilization documentation.
- Collaborated with surgical staff to support operating room readiness.
Medical Assistant
AMS Urgent Care
Anchorage, AK
07.2021 - 03.2022
- Assisted providers with suturing, incision and drainage, wound care, casting, and suture removal.
- Performed venipuncture and specimen collection.
- Administered medications and immunizations.
- Obtained vital signs and patient histories.
- Performed CLIA-waived laboratory testing.
- Conducted 12-lead EKGs and diagnostic X-rays.
- Documented patient care using NexGen EHR.
Phlebotomy Technician
Blood Bank of Alaska
09.2020 - 01.2021
- Performed venipuncture while following strict patient identification protocols.
- Collected and labeled specimens accurately.
- Documented patient histories and vital signs.
Education
NRST - Surgical Technology Program
Auburn University
03-2026
Skills
- Sterile Technique
- Surgical Instrument Identification and Handling
- Surgical Case Preparation
- Aseptic Technique
- Surgical Instrument Sterilization
- Infection Prevention
- Specimen Handling
- Patient Positioning
- Basic Life Support (BLS)
- Electronic Medical Records (Athenahealth, NexGen)
Certification
- Nationally Registered Surgical Technologist (NRST) – Issued July 1, 2026
- Certified Medical Assistant
- CPR/BLS Certification
ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS
- - Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
- - Strong attention to detail and organizational abilities.
- - Proven ability to thrive in high-pressure healthcare environments.
- - Dedicated to patient safety, advocacy, and quality surgical care.
- - Quick learner with a strong commitment to continuing professional development.
Timeline
Barista
Mile Marker 7 Coffee
12.2025 - Current
Lead Medical Assistant
Internal Medicine
11.2023 - 06.2025
Sterile Processing Technician
Alaska Regional Hospital
03.2022 - 10.2022
Medical Assistant
AMS Urgent Care
07.2021 - 03.2022
Phlebotomy Technician
Blood Bank of Alaska
09.2020 - 01.2021
NRST - Surgical Technology Program
Auburn University