Promise Vita
Lithonia,GA
Summary
Dynamic Surgical Instrument Coordinator at Grady Memorial Hospital with expertise in quality control and health compliance. Proven track record in implementing preventive maintenance programs that significantly reduced instrument failures. Skilled in event coordination and detail-oriented data management, fostering strong supplier relationships to drive cost savings and enhance operational efficiency.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Surgical Instrument Coordinator
Grady Memorial Hospital
Atlanta, GA
07.2023 - Current
- Assisted in the development and implementation of standard operating procedures for instrument handling, storage, and maintenance, contributing to overall process improvement.
- Ensured timely calibration and maintenance of instruments, resulting in reduced downtime and increased productivity.
- Established strong relationships with suppliers, negotiating favorable pricing terms that resulted in cost savings for the company.
- Implemented an effective preventive maintenance program that significantly reduced instrument failures during critical project phases.
Surgical Technologist
Lawrenceville Surgery Center
Lawrenceville, GA
07.2018 - 07.2023
- 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.
- Evaluated procedure needs and set up equipment, tools, supplies, and instruments.
- Supported smooth transitions between surgeries by promptly preparing the operating room for subsequent cases.
- Increased efficiency during surgeries by anticipating surgeon''s needs and providing timely assistance.
- Demonstrated exceptional adaptability when faced with unexpected challenges or changes during surgery, responding quickly without compromising patient safety or procedural success.
- Mentored new surgical technologists, sharing expertise and fostering their growth within the profession.
- Ensured proper care of surgical instruments through meticulous cleaning, sterilization, and maintenance processes.
Sales Associate
Smith & Nephew Orthopedics
Decatur, GA
06.2017 - 07.2018
- Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
- Maintained calm demeanor and professionally managed issues in busy, high-stress situations.
- Rotated stock and restocked Loaner instrument Sets to maintain product availability and Ease of use.
- Engaged with customers to build rapport and loyalty.
- Solved customer challenges by offering relevant products and services.
- Assessed customer needs and utilized suggestive selling techniques to drive sales.
- Educated clients on current/new innovation and products using persuasive selling tactics. For Example, When new surgical instruments are introduced into the healthcare market, I give clients trial samples to use for surgery and conduct inservices on usage, cleaning, assembling, sterilization and general maintenance.
Education
MBA - Business Administration And Management
Strayer University
Lithonia, GA09-2021
Skills
- Event coordination Such as Inservices for Staff
- Sustainability assessment techniques
- Accurate measurement calibration to fit the type(s) of surgical procedure(s) Instrument Sets are provided to for
- Investment asset management
- Detail-oriented data management
- Health and safety compliance
- Timeline coordination - In Healthcare Timeliness is very important
- Quality control of materials
Timeline
Surgical Instrument Coordinator
Grady Memorial Hospital
07.2023 - Current
Surgical Technologist
Lawrenceville Surgery Center
07.2018 - 07.2023
Sales Associate
Smith & Nephew Orthopedics
06.2017 - 07.2018
MBA - Business Administration And Management
Strayer University