Milton Gause
Pensacola,FLORIDA
Summary
Streamlined inventory management and significantly enhanced team efficiency through adept materials management and compassionate patient care. Skilled in SAP/ERP and fostering positive work environments, my career is marked by continuous improvement initiatives and a commitment to excellence in healthcare.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
Surgical Assistant
St. Thomas West Hospital
01.2022 - 02.2024
- Provided compassionate care to patients throughout their surgical experience, easing anxiety and ensuring comfort.
- Arranged supplies and instrumentation to meet needs of individual surgeons and enhance team efficiency.
- Assisted in complex surgical procedures, demonstrating adaptability and knowledge across multiple disciplines.
- Participated in continuous improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing overall department performance.
- Ensured patient safety by maintaining a sterile environment throughout surgery.
- Completed physical inventory counts each month of medical supplies.
- Recorded information, shortages, and discrepancies to keep records current and accurate.
DME Manager
Baptist Hospital
03.2009 - 12.2022
- Streamlined inventory management for improved tracking and reduced waste.
- Oversaw procurement processes, ensuring timely acquisition of necessary supplies while adhering to established budgets.
- Monitored trends in the medical equipment industry to stay informed about new products and advancements in technology.
- Negotiated contracts with vendors, securing high-quality equipment at competitive prices.
- Facilitated communication between clinical staff and equipment suppliers, streamlining the ordering process for greater efficiency.
- Championed continuous improvement initiatives, implementing lean management principles to reduce waste and improve overall department efficiency.
Hospital Corpsman
US Navy
09.1996 - 10.2009
- Coordinated inventory management efforts for medical supplies, minimizing waste while ensuring adequate stock levels for seamless operations.
- Maintained detailed records of patients'' medical histories, exam findings, and treatment plans to facilitate efficient communication among healthcare team members.
- Promoted a positive work environment through effective teamwork and open communication among colleagues across departments.
- Assisted in medical examinations, treatments and procedures for diverse conditions and patient populations.
- Rendered emergency medical treatment and administered immunization programs.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Healthcare Management
Pensacola State College
Pensacola, FL12.2016
Skills
- Cycle counting
- SAP/ERP
- Materials Management
- Inventory Distribution
- Inventory Counts
- Stock Rotation
Timeline
Surgical Assistant
St. Thomas West Hospital
01.2022 - 02.2024
DME Manager
Baptist Hospital
03.2009 - 12.2022
Hospital Corpsman
US Navy
09.1996 - 10.2009
Bachelor of Science - Healthcare Management
Pensacola State College
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