Lacey Shafer
Normal,IL
Summary
Experienced First Assistant with a robust background in surgical technology. Known for surgical precision and adaptability, contributing to efficient OR utilization. Dedicated to enhancing surgical outcomes through proactive support.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
First Assistant, Robotic, General, and GYN Lead
OSF St. Joseph Medical Center
Bloominton, IL
03.2019 - Current
- Collaborated with surgical teams to ensure efficient patient preparation and procedural support.
- Contact point for surgeons and reps regarding new or unique supplies needed for upcoming surgeries.
- Coordinated supply inventory management, ensuring availability of essential medical tools and materials.
- Assisted surgeons during complex procedures, ensuring optimal patient outcomes.
- Expedited surgeries by anticipating surgeon needs and promptly providing required instruments.
Surgical Technologist, General and Vascular Lead
Fort Walton Beach Medical Center
Fort Walton Beach, FL
02.2018 - 02.2019
- Assessed and prepared surgical instruments for various procedures, ensuring compliance with safety protocols.
- Collaborated with surgical teams to maintain sterile environments, reducing infection risks during operations.
- Updated and maintained preference cards with
- Evaluated procedure needs and set up equipment, tools, supplies, and instruments.
Surgical Technologist
Memorial Medical Center
Springfield, IL
06.2011 - 01.2018
- Prepared operating rooms with required instruments, ensuring efficient setup for various surgical cases.
- Anticipate the needs of the surgeon and patient to ensure the best outcome possible.
- Ensure all counts are done completely and appropriately for procedures.
- Validate skills of new medical students and ancillary staff to open supplies, scrub, gown, and glove appropriately.
- On-site clinical coordinator for the Lincoln Land Community College Surgical Technology students.
Surgical Technologist
Providence Regional Medical Center Everett
Everett, WA
01.2010 - 05.2011
Surgical Technologist
Sharp Memorial Hospital
San Diego, CA
03.2006 - 05.2009
Surgical Technologist
Nebraska Heart Hospital
Lincoln, NE
01.2005 - 04.2006
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Surgical Technology
Southeast Community College
Lincoln, NECertified Surgical First Assist - Surgical First Assist
Madisonville Community College
Madisonville, KY08-2023
Skills
- daVinci Robotic procedures
- Strong multitasking
- Attention to detail
- Proactive problem-solving
Timeline
First Assistant, Robotic, General, and GYN Lead
OSF St. Joseph Medical Center
03.2019 - Current
Surgical Technologist, General and Vascular Lead
Fort Walton Beach Medical Center
02.2018 - 02.2019
Surgical Technologist
Memorial Medical Center
06.2011 - 01.2018
Surgical Technologist
Providence Regional Medical Center Everett
01.2010 - 05.2011
Surgical Technologist
Sharp Memorial Hospital
03.2006 - 05.2009
Surgical Technologist
Nebraska Heart Hospital
01.2005 - 04.2006
Associate of Applied Science - Surgical Technology
Southeast Community College
Certified Surgical First Assist - Surgical First Assist
Madisonville Community College