Experienced Cardiac Surgical Technologist with a strong background in high-acuity cardiovascular operating rooms. Expertise in sterile technique, surgical preparation, and inventory management, complemented by 12 years in the United States Air Force focused on fleet management and operational accountability. Demonstrates critical thinking and effective teamwork under pressure.
Work History
Cardiac Surgical Technologist
3 Years 2 Months
Lee Health | 06.2023 - Current
Assisted cardiac surgical teams in high-acuity operating-room environment to enhance procedural effectiveness.
Prepare and maintain sterile fields, surgical instruments, equipment, and supplies.
Anticipate surgical team needs and maintain efficient OR workflow.
Upheld strict sterile technique and patient-safety standards, ensuring optimal conditions for surgical success.
Oversaw surgical inventory to guarantee availability of instruments and supplies for timely procedures.
Collaborate with surgeons, nurses, anesthesia personnel, and cardiovascular surgical staff.
Public Safety
2 Years 5 Months
Lee Health | 01.2021 - 06.2023
Delivered safety and security support, ensuring patient and staff protection in a busy healthcare environment.
Responded to situations requiring sound judgment, critical thinking, and professionalism.
Communicated effectively with patients, visitors, staff, and leadership.
Maintained composure and professionalism while prioritizing and adapting to rapidly changing situations.
Vehicle Management & Analysis
12 Years 2 Months
United States Air Force | 06.2007 - 08.2019
Tracked and managed fleet of 350+ vehicles, ensuring operational readiness as part of five-member service-member team in Charleston, SC.
Maintained fleet of approximately 100 vehicles, collaborating with one other service member at Grissom Air Base to support mission objectives.
Monitored fleet status, utilization, and readiness, maintaining accurate records to facilitate effective vehicle management.
Applied organization, analysis, accountability, and problem-solving to support mission requirements.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Surgical Technology
Southern Technical College | 01-2023
Vehicle Management & Analysis Certification
United States Military Technical School | 01-2008
Skills
Cardiac OR
Sterile Technique
Surgical Instrumentation
Patient Safety
Inventory Management
Critical Thinking
Time Management
Organization
Detail orientation
Teamwork
Communication
Working Under Pressure
Certification
BLS, First Aid & Safety, AED Certified
Timeline
Cardiac Surgical Technologist
Lee Health
06.2023 - CurrentRead More
Public Safety
Lee Health
01.2021 - 06.2023Read More
Vehicle Management & Analysis
United States Air Force
06.2007 - 08.2019Read More
United States Military Technical School
Vehicle Management & Analysis Certification
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Southern Technical College
Associate of Applied Science from Surgical Technology
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