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Khristopher S Norman

Rialto,California

Summary

Surgical technician with talent for organizing and instruction. Strong knowledge of ophthalmic and general operating room procedures. Communicative and team-oriented with proficiency in aseptic technique . Proven history of fostering excellence to meet team, individual and management objectives.

Overview

41
41
years of professional experience

Work History

Senior Surgical Technician

UCI Medical Center/ GHEI
Orange, California
01.2005 - Current

Proficient with instrumentation and equipment used in a surgical setting, their function and use in a sterile environment using aseptic technique

Certified Surgical Technologist

Kaiser Permanente
Baldwin Park, CA
08.2004 - 12.2004
  • Set up equipment, tools and supplies needed for procedures and organize instruments as directed in surgeons' preference cards.
  • Facilitated invasive, non-invasive, and minimally-invasive procedures by creating safe and functional operating room environments.

Certified Surgical Technologist

City of Hope National Medical Center
Duarte, CA
08.1999 - 08.2004
  • Facilitated invasive, non-invasive, and minimally-invasive procedures by creating safe and functional operating room environments.
  • Set up equipment, tools and supplies needed for procedures and organize instruments as directed in surgeons' preference cards.
  • Counted and recorded sponges, instruments, and needles at beginning and end of surgical procedures.
  • Closed wounds using sutures, staples and other tools.
  • Used retractors, sponges and suctioning and irrigating equipment to create unobstructed operating fields.

Certified Surgical Technologist

Pomona Valley Hospital Medical Center
Pomona, CA
01.2001 - 03.2001
  • Facilitated invasive, non-invasive, and minimally-invasive procedures by creating safe and functional operating room environments.
  • Set up equipment, tools and supplies needed for procedures and organize instruments as directed in surgeons' preference cards.

Surgical Technician

Eastern Maine Medical Center
Bangor, ME
06.1998 - 06.1999
  • Set up equipment, tools and supplies needed for procedures and organize instruments as directed in surgeons' preference cards.

Grocery Clerk

Stater Bros. Markets
Montclair, CA
10.1995 - 06.1998
  • Facilitated inventory and stock management to replenish inventories and minimize excess.
  • Completed daily cycle counts and monthly audits of specified segments to keep inventory current and accurate.
  • Kept inventory purchases in line with demand to minimize loss.
  • Arranged products in organized and professional manner.

Grocery Manager/Asst. Store Manager

Vons Grocery Co. Inc.
Covina, CA
06.1984 - 06.1995
  • Coordinated efficient restocking of grocery merchandise to meet customer needs and promote consistent sales.
  • Delivered expert customer service to all store patrons and assisted with locating desired items.
  • Assessed, optimized and elevated operations to target current and expected demands.

Education

Some College (No Degree) - Biology

California State Polytechnic University, Pomona
Pomona, CA

Surgical Technology Diploma -

San Gabriel Valley Polytechnic Institute
El Monte, CA
09.1997

Skills

  • Wound surgical procedures
  • Supervising technicians
  • ENT, General, Ob/Gyn, Orthopedic, Ophthalmic, Plastic, Urology, and Thoracic surgical procedures
  • Surgical procedure preparations
  • Surgical assistance
  • Surgical instruments expertise
  • Surgical procedure preparation
  • Surgical procedure knowledge
  • Surgical supplies and equipment

Timeline

Senior Surgical Technician

UCI Medical Center/ GHEI
01.2005 - Current

Certified Surgical Technologist

Kaiser Permanente
08.2004 - 12.2004

Certified Surgical Technologist

Pomona Valley Hospital Medical Center
01.2001 - 03.2001

Certified Surgical Technologist

City of Hope National Medical Center
08.1999 - 08.2004

Surgical Technician

Eastern Maine Medical Center
06.1998 - 06.1999

Grocery Clerk

Stater Bros. Markets
10.1995 - 06.1998

Grocery Manager/Asst. Store Manager

Vons Grocery Co. Inc.
06.1984 - 06.1995

Some College (No Degree) - Biology

California State Polytechnic University, Pomona

Surgical Technology Diploma -

San Gabriel Valley Polytechnic Institute
Khristopher S Norman