Levita Baker
Tallahassee,Florida
Summary
Driven Surgical Technologist offering Number years' experience in ambulatory and hospital settings. Well-versed in sports medicine, total joint replacement, general surgery and plastic surgery procedures. Proven leader and instrumental in developing new total joint replacement programs and educating staff on new policies, procedures and equipment. Eager to take next career step with growing organization offering opportunities for professional development and advancement.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
OB/GYN Surgical Technician
HCA FLORIDA HEALTHCARE
2000.12 - Current
- Contributed to positive patient outcomes by anticipating surgeons'' needs throughout procedures and reacting quickly to changes in situations.
- Promoted teamwork within the surgical team by communicating effectively with surgeons, anesthesiologists, nurses, and other staff members during procedures.
- Collected, prepared and disposed of medical specimens.
- Enhanced surgical efficiency through expert handling and passing of instruments to the surgeon in a timely manner.
- Performed post-operative care by moving patients to recovery and monitoring condition.
- Maintained sterile fields by following aseptic techniques and adhering to infection control protocols.
- Anticipated surgeons needs and handed instruments and supplies to surgeons during procedures.
Phlebotomist Technician
HCA Florida Healthcare
2014.03 - 2018.03
- Reduced patient anxiety through compassionate communication and expert venipuncture techniques.
- Spoke with patient to gather information for lab records, reduce fear, or anxiety and optimize cooperation.
- Continuously updated phlebotomy knowledge through professional development courses, ensuring best practices were upheld.
- Upheld HIPAA compliance through careful management of confidential patient records and lab results.
- Collected blood samples using vacutainer tubes, tourniquets, syringes, butterfly needles, and straight needles.
- Stocked phlebotomy cart or carrier with appropriate supplies.
- Protected patients by following infection control, sharps disposal, and biohazardous waste disposal procedures.
Education
Associate Of Applied Arts - General Studies
Tallahassee Community College
Tallahassee, FL05.2015
Skills
- Suture Handling
- Operating Room Safety
- Instrument Knowledge
- Patient Care
- Safety Procedures
- Basic Life Support
Timeline
Phlebotomist Technician
HCA Florida Healthcare
2014.03 - 2018.03
OB/GYN Surgical Technician
HCA FLORIDA HEALTHCARE
2000.12 - Current
Associate Of Applied Arts - General Studies
Tallahassee Community College
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