Leea Blackman
Pittsburgh,Pennsylvania
Summary
Motivated Certified Surgical Technician 7 year experienced in supporting surgeons during a wide range of surgical procedures in high-pressure environments. Achieved optimal patient flow through effective setup and breakdown of surgical suites while maintaining strict aseptic technique. Focused on anticipating the needs of attending surgeons and enhancing surgical outcomes.
Overview
3
3
years of post-secondary education
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
SURGICAL TECHNICIAN
Allegheny General Hospital
Pittsburgh, PA
03.2021 - Current
- Set up surgical instruments, equipment and drapes to prepare for operations
- Held retractors, cut sutures, and completed supply counts to ensure precision and safety during surgical procedures
- Washed, shaved, and disinfected incision sites to maintain sterile environment and prepare patients for surgeries
- Followed hospital regulations and healthcare best practices to ensure patient safety and compliance during pre-operation procedures.
MEDICAL ASSISTANT
UPMC UPP Neurology
Pittsburgh, PA
03.2014 - Current
- Measured vital signs to assess patient health status and support accurate diagnosis
- Maintained and updated patient information in electronic medical records to ensure comprehensive and up-to-date patient care
- Prepared treatment rooms for patients.
Education
ASSOCIATE OF SCIENCE - SURGICAL TECHNOLOGY
Pittsburgh Career Institute
Pittsburgh, PA 04.2018 - 02.2020
ASSOCIATE OF SCIENCE - MEDICAL ASSISTANT
Career Training Academy
Pittsburgh, PA 09.2012 - 02.2014
Skills
- Sterile field management
- Site disinfection
- Instrument preparation
- Equipment sterilization
- Technical patient support
- Patient positioning
- adaptability
- Specimen collection
- Patient interaction
- Inventory management
- Surgical tools
Timeline
SURGICAL TECHNICIAN
Allegheny General Hospital
03.2021 - Current
ASSOCIATE OF SCIENCE - SURGICAL TECHNOLOGY
Pittsburgh Career Institute
04.2018 - 02.2020
MEDICAL ASSISTANT
UPMC UPP Neurology
03.2014 - Current
ASSOCIATE OF SCIENCE - MEDICAL ASSISTANT
Career Training Academy
09.2012 - 02.2014