KRISTY WILLIS
New Home TX,TX
Summary
Highly motivated professional with expertise in data collection, analysis, and reporting. Comprehensive knowledge of health information systems, clinical standards, and regulations. Skilled in laboratory protocols, procedures, quality assurance, and control. Committed to upholding the highest standards of safety and patient care. Currently preparing to take the certification test by the end of April 2025.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Cashier
United Supermarkets
04.2024 - Current
- Greeted customers entering store and responded promptly to customer needs.
- Welcomed customers and helped determine their needs.
- Worked flexible schedule and extra shifts to meet business needs.
- Operated cash register for cash, check, and credit card transactions with excellent accuracy levels.
- Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
- Maintained a balanced cash drawer, ensuring accurate accounting at the end of each shift.
- Counted money in cash drawers at beginning and end of shifts to maintain accuracy.
Tissue Recovery Specialist
LifeGift
09.2013 - 03.2023
- Capable of providing technical guidance to junior colleagues working on tissue recovery projects
- Proven ability to handle and process biological tissues with care and precision
- Experienced in coordinating with other healthcare staff members during the collection and transfer of donor organs or tissues
- Displayed excellent communication skills when interacting with medical personnel involved in the tissue recovery process
- Proficient in utilizing various laboratory equipment such as cryostats and microscopes for tissue processing
- Knowledgeable about sterilization techniques used for instruments employed during tissue harvesting operations
Certified Surgical Technologist
Covenant Medical Center
01.2012 - 01.2014
- Assisted surgeons in the operating room by preparing and passing instruments, equipment, and supplies to them during surgery
- Prepared operating rooms with appropriate instruments, supplies and equipment needed for specific procedures
- Maintained a sterile field environment throughout surgical procedures
- Trained and supervised new staff members on proper surgical techniques and equipment handling
- Ensured that all necessary supplies were available at the beginning of each shift or procedure
- Prepared sterile instrument table, checking instruments and supplies for cleanliness and proper function
Certified Surgical Technologist
University Medical Center
01.2006 - 01.2011
- Responded quickly and appropriately to unexpected situations arising in the operating room environment
- Participated in continuing education courses related to surgical technology topics
- Maintained patient safety by adhering to infection control standards and protocols
- Demonstrated excellent knowledge of sterile technique and instrumentation maintenance
- Prepared operating rooms for surgery, ensuring all instruments and supplies were ready for use
- Provided assistance in the operating room by passing instruments to the surgeon during procedures
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams consisting of physicians, nurses, anesthesiologists, providing input where needed
- Assisted surgeons with a variety of surgical procedures, including orthopedic and neurosurgery
- Educated families on postoperative care instructions prior to discharge from facility
Education
Certification - Pharmacy Technician
LISD Region 17
Lubbock, Tx10.2023
Surgical Technologist - US
South Plains College
Lubbock, TX01.2012
Skills
- Customer service
- Customer assistance
- Patience and empathy
- Cash handling
- Cleaning and sanitizing
- Time management skills
Timeline
Cashier
United Supermarkets
04.2024 - Current
Tissue Recovery Specialist
LifeGift
09.2013 - 03.2023
Certified Surgical Technologist
Covenant Medical Center
01.2012 - 01.2014
Certified Surgical Technologist
University Medical Center
01.2006 - 01.2011
Certification - Pharmacy Technician
LISD Region 17
Surgical Technologist - US
South Plains College
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