Margaret Segars
Hoover,AL
Summary
Accomplished Surgical Technologist with a proven track record at Shelby Baptist Medical Center, enhancing patient safety and operational efficiency through expert management of surgical supplies and meticulous adherence to infection control standards. Skilled in medical terminology and teamwork. Strategic inventory optimizations led to significant process improvements.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Surgical Technologist/Supply Technician
Shelby Ambulatory Surgery Center
03.2019 - Current
- High proficiency in medical terminology to assist and prepare for surgical procedures
- Maintained high infection control standards.
- Prepared operating rooms with required instruments, ensuring efficient setup for various surgical cases.
- Setup operating and surgery rooms by preparing equipment and supplies for upcoming procedures.
- Minimized infection risks by strictly adhering to aseptic techniques when handling surgical supplies and equipment.
- Handled high-pressure situations calmly and efficiently, contributing to successful completion of critical surgeries.
- Assisted surgeons in complex procedures for optimal patient outcomes and reduced recovery time.
- Ordered surgical supplies and entered surgical charges using HST computer software
Surgical Supply Chain Coordinator
Shelby Baptist Medical Center
03.2017 - 02.2019
- Used IMMS computer application to manage inventory
- Used EPIC computer software to manage supply usage
- Directed product flow throughout surgical services
- Completed frequent inventory counts and resolved discrepancies.
- Tracked and monitored purchase orders, deliveries and invoicing to verify accuracy and compliance.
- Established inventory targets, stock level, and risk mitigation targets and managed flexibility strategy to optimize inventory.
- Optimized storage space utilization, consolidating stock and improving overall organization.
- Analyzed data to identify trends and opportunities for process improvements, leading to increased efficiency in operations.
- Coordinated communication between internal departments and external partners, facilitating smooth execution of end-to-end supply chain activities.
Lead Surgical Technologist
Shelby Baptist Medical Center
05.2003 - 03.2017
- Upheld high standards of cleanliness by decontaminating all reusable equipment after each procedure according to established guidelines.
- Enhanced patient safety by diligently maintaining sterile environments and adhering to strict surgical protocols.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams for optimal patient care throughout pre-op, intraoperative, and post-op phases.
- Saved time in emergency situations by rapidly assembling required equipment for urgent surgical interventions.
- Robotic and Urology resource coordinator
- Ordered and maintained surgical supply inventory
- Communicated with medical sales representatives about required equipment for surgical procedures
- Used EPIC and Citrix computer systems to created procedure supply pick tickets and nursing record documentation
- Entered charges for medical procedures
Education
Bachelor of Science - Natural Sciences And Mathematics
University of Alabama At Birmingham
Birmingham, ALSkills
- Medical Terminology
- Verbal Communication
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Records Management
- Critical Thinking
- Attention to Detail
- Customer Service
- Active Listening
- Data Entry
- Organizing and Prioritizing Work
- Recordkeeping Organization
Timeline
Surgical Technologist/Supply Technician
Shelby Ambulatory Surgery Center
03.2019 - Current
Surgical Supply Chain Coordinator
Shelby Baptist Medical Center
03.2017 - 02.2019
Lead Surgical Technologist
Shelby Baptist Medical Center
05.2003 - 03.2017
Bachelor of Science - Natural Sciences And Mathematics
University of Alabama At Birmingham
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