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Michele Austin

St Petersburg,FL

Summary

Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.

Overview

21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Certified Surgical Technologist

CW Bill Young Medical Center
Bay Pines, FL
04.2020 - Current
  • Assisted surgeons during operative procedures by anticipating their needs and passing instruments.
  • Set up trays with necessary surgical instruments according to established protocol
  • Ensured that all equipment was functioning properly prior to use in the operating room.
  • Prepared operating room for surgical procedures, including setting up sterile field.
  • Cleaned and restocked operating room, gathering and placing equipment and supplies.
  • Adhered to OSHA protocols when sterilizing instruments, discarding medical supplies and disposing of waste.
  • Retrieved specimens from the OR for laboratory analysis.
  • Set up equipment, tools and supplies for procedures and organize instruments as directed in surgeons' preference cards.
  • Trained Hundreds of staff members on operating room procedures, infection control and safety and functionality procedures. I am a preceptor.
  • Participated in continuing education activities related to job responsibilities.
  • Maintained aseptic technique throughout the procedure.
  • Performed instrument counts before, during, and after surgeries as required by hospital policy.

Certified Surgical Technologist

Palms Of Pasadena Hospital
Pasadena, FL
08.2016 - 04.2020
  • Assessed procedure requirements and procured appropriate equipment and tools.
  • Recounted surgical instruments and supplies at end of operation, eliminating chance of items left inside patient.
  • Addressed patient bleeding and applied sterile dressings to close wounds.
  • Organized equipment and instruments in alignment with surgical protocols and surgeon preferences.
  • Provided technical assistance to surgeons, surgical nurses or anesthesiologists.
  • Used retractors, sponges and suctioning and irrigating equipment to create unobstructed operating fields.
  • Sterilized medical equipment and properly handled contaminated materials.
  • Maintained proper sterile field during surgical procedures.
  • Adhered to department policies regarding infection control practices.
  • Collaborated with vendors and service providers to coordinate required services and equipment.
  • Gathered and took inventory of equipment to confirm adequate supplies for surgery.
  • Scrubbed arms and hands and assisted surgical team with scrubbing, masks and surgical clothing.
  • Monitored and assessed operating room conditions and patient and surgical team needs.
  • Identified potential problems before they occurred by closely observing the sterile field and personnel involved in the procedure.

Certified Surgical Technologist

Largo Medical Center
Largo, FL
08.2014 - 08.2016
  • Maintained surgical areas and oversaw inventory management.
  • Responded quickly to changes in patient status or emergency situations.
  • Assisted surgeon with patient preparation for total joint replacement procedures.
  • Assisted with scrubbing in for each case as needed.
  • Operated or monitored lights, machines or equipment to support proper operation.
  • Helped maintain an organized working environment in the OR through cleaning, stocking supplies, and organizing equipment carts.
  • Maintained inventory levels of medical supplies within assigned areas of responsibility.
  • Assisted surgeons during operative procedures by anticipating their needs and passing instruments.
  • Set up trays with necessary surgical instruments according to established protocols.
  • Ensured that all equipment was functioning properly prior to use in the operating room.
  • Assisted surgeon by passing instruments and sterile supplies throughout operation.
  • Followed safety guidelines when transporting patients from one area to another inside the facility.
  • Cleaned and restocked operating room, gathering and placing equipment and supplies.
  • Collaborated with operating room staff to cultivate efficiency and prepare for scheduled and emergency procedures.
  • Used hemostatic clamps, suture ligatures and electrocautery equipment to control bleeding.
  • Set up equipment, tools and supplies for procedures and organize instruments as directed in surgeons' preference cards.
  • Organized and maintained unobstructed operative fields to foster immediate access to retractors and suctioning and irrigation equipment.
  • Reviewed surgical requirements and prepped operating room with appropriate tools, equipment and instruments.
  • Prepared day surgery and operating rooms for patients by ordering and stocking equipment and supplies.
  • Maintained reusable surgical instrumentation and equipment, including decontamination, cleaning, sterilizing, storing and distributing.
  • Provided instruction on proper techniques of handling instruments to new team members.
  • Laid out all instruments, supplies and tools as directed by surgeons.
  • Participated in continuing education activities related to job responsibilities.
  • Maintained aseptic technique throughout the procedure.
  • Performed instrument counts before, during, and after surgeries as required by hospital policy.
  • Demonstrated knowledge of principles of asepsis while preparing and caring for patients undergoing surgery.-

Certified Surgical Technologist

Spartanburg Regional Medical Center
Spartanburg, SC
08.2013 - 02.2014
  • Maintained surgical areas and oversaw inventory management.
  • Responded quickly to changes in patient status or emergency situations.
  • Assisted surgeon with patient preparation for total joint replacement procedures.
  • Helped maintain an organized working environment in the OR through cleaning, stocking supplies, and organizing equipment carts.
  • Maintained inventory levels of medical supplies within assigned areas of responsibility.
  • Assisted surgeons during operative procedures by anticipating their needs and passing instruments.
  • Set up trays with necessary surgical instruments according to established protocols.
  • Ensured that all equipment was functioning properly prior to use in the operating room.
  • Assisted surgeon by passing instruments and sterile supplies throughout operation.
  • Prepared operating room for surgical procedures, including setting up sterile field.
  • Handed instruments and supplies to surgeons and surgeons' assistants.
  • Prepared patients for surgery by positioning on operating table and covering with sterile surgical drapes to prevent exposure.
  • Adhered to OSHA protocols when sterilizing instruments, discarding medical supplies and disposing of waste.
  • Cleaned and restocked operating room, gathering and placing equipment and supplies.
  • Used hemostatic clamps, suture ligatures and electrocautery equipment to control bleeding.
  • Set up equipment, tools and supplies for procedures and organize instruments as directed in surgeons' preference cards.
  • Reviewed surgical requirements and prepped operating room with appropriate tools, equipment and instruments.
  • Laid out all instruments, supplies and tools as directed by surgeons.
  • Participated in continuing education activities related to job responsibilities.
  • Maintained aseptic technique throughout the procedure.
  • Performed instrument counts before, during, and after surgeries as required by hospital policy.
  • Demonstrated knowledge of principles of asepsis while preparing and caring for patients undergoing surgery.
  • Identified potential problems before they occurred by closely observing the sterile field and personnel involved in the procedure.
  • Gathered and took inventory of equipment to confirm adequate supplies for surgery.
  • Organized equipment and instruments in alignment with surgical protocols and surgeon preferences.
  • Recounted surgical instruments and supplies at end of operation, eliminating chance of items left inside patient.

DSD Receiver

Food Lion
Spartanburg, SC
05.2007 - 02.2012
  • Unpacked and examined incoming shipments to confirm consistency with records and routed materials to appropriate department.
  • Provided input on ways to improve efficiencies within the receiving department.
  • Received product deliveries and supplies from distribution centers and other suppliers.
  • Corresponded with establishment representatives to rectify damages, shortages or nonconformance to specifications.
  • Computed shipping, storage or demurrage charges using computer or price list.
  • Operated forklifts, hand trucks, or other equipment to load, unload, transport and store goods.
  • Rejected deliveries containing damaged items or shortages and corresponded with shipper to rectify issues.
  • Identified discrepancies between shipment documents and actual contents of shipments.
  • Reviewed purchase orders for accuracy before stocking inventory onto shelves.
  • Checked in products from each DSD vendor, verifying correct quantities of specified items.
  • Inspected incoming merchandise for quality assurance, quantity accuracy, and adherence to customer specifications.
  • Built strong working relationships with delivery personnel and other store employees to optimize working conditions and support business success.
  • Organized stockroom shelves according to item size, type, style, or product code.
  • Resolved problems related to incorrect or damaged shipments from vendors in a timely manner.
  • Separated outdated batteries, food and magazines and processed to promote most current products.
  • Identified damaged goods received and processed and completed documentation according to defined processes.
  • Verified counts against packing slips and invoices to ensure accuracy prior to accepting deliveries.
  • Maintained cleanliness of warehouse receiving area.
  • Tracked inventory levels, handling aspects of shipping and receiving and kept accurate records.
  • Contacted transport companies and suppliers to expedite, trace, or return shipments.
  • Communicated with vendors regarding any damaged goods or shortages in orders received.
  • Performed cycle counting activities as required by management staff.

Assistant Store Manager

Party City
Greenville, SC
04.2003 - 10.2006
  • Prepared detailed reports summarizing sales activity, customer feedback, and other relevant information.
  • Used excellent verbal skills to engage customers in conversation and effectively determine needs and requirements.
  • Monitored inventory levels and placed new orders for merchandise to keep supply well-stocked.
  • Identified areas of operational inefficiency and implemented solutions to streamline processes.
  • Delegated work to staff, setting priorities and goals.
  • Oversaw aspects of maintenance, inventory and daily activity management.
  • Assisted in recruiting efforts by interviewing candidates for open positions in the store.
  • Ensured compliance with all safety regulations throughout the store premises.
  • Improved productivity initiatives, managing budgets and accounts, coordinating itinerary and scheduling appointments.
  • Managed the day-to-day operations of the store, including customer service, inventory management and staff scheduling.
  • Completed thorough opening, closing and shift change functions to maintain operational standards each day.
  • Reviewed financial statements and sales or activity reports to measure productivity or goal achievement.
  • Led teams in planning, implementation and execution of merchandising and operating initiatives to streamline business effectiveness.
  • Resolved customer complaints in a timely manner and addressed any issues that may arise during store hours.
  • Oversaw daily cash handling procedures, reconciling discrepancies as necessary.
  • Prepared staff work schedules and assigned team members to specific duties.
  • Checked monthly sales and performance reports to support operational planning and strategic decision-making.
  • Supervised a team of employees and provided ongoing training to ensure high levels of customer satisfaction.
  • Conducted regular performance reviews with staff members to assess individual progress and set goals for future development.
  • Delegated assignments based on team strengths to optimize floor coverage and service levels.
  • Supervised cashiers in processing credit, debit and cash payments to streamline sales.
  • Maintained accurate records of all transactions, stock levels and employee performance metrics.
  • Provided leadership, insight and mentoring to newly hired employees to supply knowledge of various company programs.
  • Appraised inventory levels on frequent basis, ordering new merchandise to keep quantities well-stocked.

Education

Surgical Technology

Spartanburg Technical College
Spartanburg, SC
07.2013

Skills

  • Effective communications skills
  • Highly motivated
  • Team oriented
  • Strong work ethic

Certification

  • I am certified surgical tech, I keep up with my continuing education.

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Certified Surgical Technologist

CW Bill Young Medical Center
04.2020 - Current

Certified Surgical Technologist

Palms Of Pasadena Hospital
08.2016 - 04.2020

Certified Surgical Technologist

Largo Medical Center
08.2014 - 08.2016

Certified Surgical Technologist

Spartanburg Regional Medical Center
08.2013 - 02.2014

DSD Receiver

Food Lion
05.2007 - 02.2012

Assistant Store Manager

Party City
04.2003 - 10.2006

Surgical Technology

Spartanburg Technical College

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