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Mary Melody Howse

Valley Center,CA

Summary

Proven track record in enhancing surgical coordination and patient outcomes, notably at Lifesharing, where meticulous attention to logistical detail and UNOS compliance was paramount. Expert in preoperative preparation and organ perfusion techniques, demonstrating exceptional problem-solving abilities and strong communication skills. Achieved significant improvements in efficiency to ensure transplant outcomes underscoring a commitment to excellence in medical support roles.

Overview

22
22
years of professional experience

Work History

Organ Surgical Coordinator

Lifesharing
12.2019 - Current
  • Efficiently managed high volume caseloads while maintaining meticulous attention to detail in scheduling logistics and documentation.
  • Maintained strict adherence to HIPAA regulations, protecting the privacy of patient information at all times.
  • Ensured seamless coordination of activities related to the surgical removal, perfusion, packaging, and transport of organs for transplant, research, and medical education.
  • Skillfully executes organ pulsatile perfusion techniques and packs kidneys, whether they are local or imported.
  • Carries out kidney allocation.
  • Assisted local and non-local surgeons in organ recovery procedures.
  • Regularly incorporates ground and air transportation to assist local organ recovery teams.
  • Participated in on-call rotation.
  • Contributes to the onboarding process for new Surgical Coordinators and organ perfusionists.

Surgical Technologist

Palomar Medical Center
04.2016 - 12.2019
  • 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.
  • Scrubbed in various specialties such as Trauma, Organ Procurements, Labor and Delivery, assisted CVOR team when needed, Vascular, Ortho, Neuro, General, and Cysto.

Surgical Technologist

Maxim Healthcare
01.2016 - 04.2016
  • Worked on a government contract with VA San Diego Healthcare System.
  • Setup operating and surgery rooms by preparing equipment and supplies for upcoming procedures.
  • Specialties: Ortho, Neuro, Vascular and general.

Certified Surgical Technologist

Bakersfield Heart Hospital
08.2010 - 01.2016
  • CVOR Team
  • Specialties: Thoracic, Vascular, Cath Lab, Total Joint Replacement, Neuro, General.
  • Demonstrated adaptability when faced with emergency situations or unexpected complications during surgeries, providing prompt support to surgical teams.

Traveling Certified Surgical Technologist

Cross Country Travel Corps
05.2020 - 08.2020
  • Bakersfield Heart Hospital.
  • CVOR contract.

Traveling Certified Surgical Technologist

Cross Country Travel Corps
02.2010 - 05.2010
  • Lovelace Medical Center
  • CVOR contract

Certified Surgical Technologist

Dr. Robert Singer
08.2009 - 12.2009
  • Assisted in various aspects of Reconstructive Plastic Surgery.
  • Contributed to pre-operative patient assessments.
  • Executed tasks related to post-surgical care which involved removing sutures and changing dressings.
  • Sterilized surgical instrumentation.
  • Managed scheduling for pre-surgical consultations and surgeries, handled supply ordering, and completed light paperwork tasks.

Certified Surgical Technologist

Lexington Medical Center
09.2007 - 09.2009
  • Specialties: General, Bariatrics, Neuro, Vascular, Ortho, Urology, ENT, O/GYN, Organ Procurement.

Traveling Certified Surgical Technologist

Maxim Healthcare Services
01.2007 - 08.2007
  • Richland Medical Center, CVOR 7 month contract
  • Procedures: CABG on/off pump, AVR, MVR, Aortic Dissection, Pericardial Window, Saphenous Vein Harvesting, Thoracotomy, Thoracoscopy, Mediastinoscopy, Carotid Endarterectomy.

Certified Surgical Technologist

Firelands Regional Medical Center
11.2003 - 01.2007
  • CVOR
  • General, Ortho, Neuro, Cysto.

Sterile Processing Technician

Firelands Regional Medical Center
02.2003 - 11.2003
  • Executed tasks such as decontaminating instruments, assembling surgical trays, wrapping and sterilizing equipment, and organizing peel pack and case carts according to OR schedule.

Education

High School Diploma -

Twin Oaks Valley Highschool
San Marcos

No Degree - Associate's in Nursing

Palomar College
San Marcos, CA

No Degree - Surgical Technology

Glendale Career College
Oceanside, CA
11.1999

Skills

  • Strong Communication Skills
  • Professionalism and Confidentiality
  • Data Entry Efficiency
  • Preoperative preparation
  • Resourcefulness and Initiative
  • Facility coordinating,Patient coordination
  • Problem-Solving
  • Computer Proficiency
  • Time Management
  • Adaptable and Flexible
  • Medical Terminology

Timeline

Traveling Certified Surgical Technologist

Cross Country Travel Corps
05.2020 - 08.2020

Organ Surgical Coordinator

Lifesharing
12.2019 - Current

Surgical Technologist

Palomar Medical Center
04.2016 - 12.2019

Surgical Technologist

Maxim Healthcare
01.2016 - 04.2016

Certified Surgical Technologist

Bakersfield Heart Hospital
08.2010 - 01.2016

Traveling Certified Surgical Technologist

Cross Country Travel Corps
02.2010 - 05.2010

Certified Surgical Technologist

Dr. Robert Singer
08.2009 - 12.2009

Certified Surgical Technologist

Lexington Medical Center
09.2007 - 09.2009

Traveling Certified Surgical Technologist

Maxim Healthcare Services
01.2007 - 08.2007

Certified Surgical Technologist

Firelands Regional Medical Center
11.2003 - 01.2007

Sterile Processing Technician

Firelands Regional Medical Center
02.2003 - 11.2003

High School Diploma -

Twin Oaks Valley Highschool

No Degree - Associate's in Nursing

Palomar College

No Degree - Surgical Technology

Glendale Career College

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