Rachael Black
Phoenix,Az
Summary
Experienced Surgical Technologist with over 12 years in high-acuity environments and specialized expertise in Cardiac Surgery. Skilled in managing complex case flows, optimizing staffing solutions, and addressing supply chain challenges. Seeking a role that leverages problem-solving and management capabilities while fostering professional growth.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
CVOR Certified Surgical Technologist II
Banner University Medical Center Phoenix
05.2011 - Current
- Served as senior tech on cardiac team, participating in hospital's first total artificial heart case and first heart transplant.
- Progressed from entry-level role at BUMCP to senior tech on cardiac team.
- Led training sessions and optimized the supply core by determining products for retention and ordering.
- Monitored surgeon preferences and proposed removal of outdated supplies, enhancing supply management.
- Organized emergency heart cart in CVICU for efficiency.
CVOR Certified Surgical Technologist II
Flagstaff Medical Center
05.2021 - 01.2024
- Hired by FMC to train and support CVOR team, enhancing team capabilities.
- Train staff while providing insights into teaching methods to foster understanding and skill retention.
- Trained current staff and filled in during staffing shortages.
- Reorganized vascular cart and updated preference cards, ensuring supplies are current and accessible.
Education
Associates Applied Science - Surgical Technology
Gateway Community College
AZ01.2011
Certified Surgical Technologist -
N.B.S.T.S.A
AZ01.2011
Skills
- Privacy policy adherence
- Information confidentiality
- Complex problem solving
- Decision making
- Project planning
- Time management
- High-stress performance
- Organizational skills
- Team coordination
- Training and development
- Collaborative teamwork
- Relationship building
- Leadership skills
- Documentation proficiency
- Effective communication
- Self-motivation
- Surgical case coordination
- Case flow monitoring
Accomplishments
Honors Program, Gateway Community College, AZ, 2011
Timeline
CVOR Certified Surgical Technologist II
Flagstaff Medical Center
05.2021 - 01.2024
CVOR Certified Surgical Technologist II
Banner University Medical Center Phoenix
05.2011 - Current
Associates Applied Science - Surgical Technology
Gateway Community College
Certified Surgical Technologist -
N.B.S.T.S.A