Matthew Hakes
Deville,Louisiana
Summary
Dependable, hard working with experience in organization and inspection of tools and equipment for seven plus years in medical and sales/delivery.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Office Manager
Louisiana Eye & Laser
03.2024 - Current
- Handled sensitive information with discretion, maintaining confidentiality of company documents and personnel records.
- Provided exceptional customer service when addressing client inquiries or concerns via phone calls or email correspondence.
- Oversaw office inventory activities by ordering and requisitions and stocking and shipment receiving.
- Enhanced team productivity by delegating tasks effectively and overseeing daily workflow.
- Served as a liaison between upper management and staff members, facilitating open channels of communication to address concerns or issues promptly.
Surgical Technologist
Louisiana Eye & Laser
02.2020 - 03.2024
- Maintained high infection control standards.
- Prepared operating rooms with required instruments, ensuring efficient setup for various surgical cases.
- Minimized infection risks by strictly adhering to aseptic techniques when handling surgical supplies and equipment.
- Setup operating and surgery rooms by preparing equipment and supplies for upcoming procedures.
- 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.
- Supported smooth transitions between surgeries by promptly preparing the operating room for subsequent cases.
Equipment Manager
Doggett Machinery Services
08.2019 - 02.2020
- Maintained clean and organized facilities.
- Ensured timely acquisition of new equipment, streamlining the procurement process.
- Monitored equipment and tool inventory to consistent replenishment in alignment with demand.
- Maintained accurate records of equipment usage, enabling better planning and scheduling for future projects.
- Coordinated logistics for transporting heavy machinery between job sites, minimizing delays in project timelines.
Delivery Driver
ICEE Distributors LLC
12.2018 - 08.2019
- Safely operated and maintained heavy equipment, including forklifts and pallet jacks
- Delivered and loaded products
- Sales to customers
- Completed order forms and collected payments to keep customer accounts current
- Handled customer service complaints with utmost professionalism and knowledgeable responses to maintain trust and company loyalty.
Surgical Technologist
Louisiana Eye And Laser
03.2017 - 12.2018
- Maintained reusable surgical instrumentation and equipment, including decontamination, cleaning, sterilizing, storing and distributing
- Facilitated invasive, non-invasive, and minimally-invasive procedures by creating safe and functional operating room environments
- Set up equipment, tools and supplies needed for procedures and organize instruments as directed in surgeons' preference cards
- Counted and recorded sponges, instruments, and needles at beginning and end of surgical procedures
- Reviewed surgical requirements and prepped the operating room with the appropriate tools, equipment and instruments
- Laid out all instruments, supplies and tools as directed by surgeons
- Maintained surgical areas and oversaw inventory management.
Surgical Technologist
Central Louisiana Surgical Hospital
03.2012 - 03.2017
- Maintained reusable surgical instrumentation and equipment, including decontamination, cleaning, sterilizing, storing and distributing
- Adhered to OSHA protocols when sterilizing instruments, discarding medical supplies and disposing of waste
- Effectively supported surgeons in fast-paced healthcare environments, resulting in better patient care and less pain medication post-surgery
- Prepared day surgery and operating rooms for patients by ordering and stocking equipment and supplies
- Cleaned and sterilized surgical sites and managed supply inventory and organization
- Cleaned and sterilized operating rooms
- Assessed procedure requirements and procured appropriate equipment and tools
- Organized equipment and instruments in alignment with surgical protocols and surgeon preferences.
Emergency Medical Technician
Rapides Regional Medical Center
08.2009 - 03.2012
- Developed strong rapport with other medical professionals to foster quality and efficient patient care
- Remained level-headed and proactive during emergency situations
- Provided direct patient care, including stabilizing patients and determining course of action based on triage
- Assessed emergency situations and prioritized medical care for patients
- Cooperatively and supportively interacted with coworkers and supervisors.
Education
Emergency Medical Echnology -
South Louisiana Community College
Lafayette, LAHigh School Diploma -
Pineville High School
Pineville, LASkills
- Strong communication skills
- Route management
- Pallet jack and hand truck operation
- Cargo handling
- Dependable and reliable
- Time management skills
- Flexibility
- Warehouse Operations
- Payroll Processing
- Scheduling and calendar management
- Payroll and budgeting
Timeline
Office Manager
Louisiana Eye & Laser
03.2024 - Current
Surgical Technologist
Louisiana Eye & Laser
02.2020 - 03.2024
Equipment Manager
Doggett Machinery Services
08.2019 - 02.2020
Delivery Driver
ICEE Distributors LLC
12.2018 - 08.2019
Surgical Technologist
Louisiana Eye And Laser
03.2017 - 12.2018
Surgical Technologist
Central Louisiana Surgical Hospital
03.2012 - 03.2017
Emergency Medical Technician
Rapides Regional Medical Center
08.2009 - 03.2012
Emergency Medical Echnology -
South Louisiana Community College
High School Diploma -
Pineville High School
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