Rachel Ruple
Cook Medical
Foster City,USA
2
Languages
18
years of professional experience
Clinical specialist with proven record in managing patient care and optimizing clinical processes. Skilled in medical device management, patient education, and compliance with healthcare regulations. Strong focus on teamwork and adaptability, ensuring reliable performance and effective collaboration. Known for problem-solving abilities and dedication to achieving outcomes.
Work History
Aortic Clinical Specialist
10 Months- Provide comprehensive clinical and procedural support for complex aortic interventions, including physician case coverage, device preparation, deployment guidance, and intraoperative troubleshooting.
- Partner with vascular and cardiothoracic surgeons, interventionalists, and hospital teams to support the safe and effective use of aortic endovascular technologies.
- Develop strong relationships with key physicians and clinical stakeholders through consistent clinical education, product expertise, and responsive case support.
- Deliver in-service training, product demonstrations, and clinical education programs to physicians, fellows, nurses, and cath lab/OR staff.
- Support account growth by identifying clinical opportunities, expanding physician adoption, and driving utilization of aortic therapies within assigned territory.
- Collaborate cross-functionally with sales, marketing, and clinical teams to execute account strategies and achieve territory objectives.
- Maintain in-depth knowledge of aortic disease states, anatomy, procedural techniques, imaging requirements, and competitive technologies.
- Analyze account and procedural trends to identify opportunities for growth, improve customer engagement, and strengthen market position.
- Ensure compliance with company policies, regulatory requirements, and clinical best practices while maintaining a high standard of patient-focused support
Cardiovascular Surgical Team Lead/Manager
4 Years 5 Months- Manage supplies and inventory
- Work with materials management in ordering and receiving supplies
- Make daily schedules for staff
- Make monthly call schedules and holiday schedules for staff
- Hold educational classes and in services
- Work with outside medical sales personnel
- Liaison between providers and staff to hospital administration
Cardiovascular Surgical Technologist
13 Years- Vascular Coordinator
- Assisted in complex cardiovascular and cardiothoracic procedures, including open-heart, vascular, and minimally invasive surgeries
- Prepared, organized, and maintained surgical instruments, equipment, and cardiovascular devices to ensure procedural readiness
- Supported advanced procedures involving cardiopulmonary bypass, vascular access, grafting, and cannulation.
- Collaborated with surgeons, anesthesiologists, perfusionists, and OR teams to ensure efficient, safe surgical outcomes.
- Applied strong knowledge of cardiovascular anatomy, surgical techniques, and device functionality to support procedures
- Responded to intraoperative needs and assisted with troubleshooting during high-acuity and emergent cases.
- Maintained sterile technique, accurate counts, and compliance with infection control and patient safety standards
- Provided guidance and support to OR staff on instrumentation, equipment, and procedural requirements.
- Performed effectively in fast-paced, high-pressure environments while maintaining precision and composure.
Emergency Room Tech
1 Year 5 Months- Provided direct patient care and clinical support in a fast-paced, high-acuity emergency department.Assisted nurses and physicians with the evaluation, treatment, and monitoring of patients with a wide range of emergent conditions.
Performed vital signs, EKGs, blood glucose testing, specimen collection, and other delegated clinical procedures.
Assisted with wound care, splinting, casting, patient transport, and preparation for diagnostic and therapeutic procedures.
Supported trauma and emergency response, maintaining readiness for critical and rapidly changing patient conditions.
Prepared and maintained examination rooms, equipment, and supplies to ensure efficient patient care and procedural readiness.
Collaborated with physicians, nurses, respiratory therapists, and other multidisciplinary team members to facilitate timely patient care.
Maintained accurate documentation while adhering to infection-control, patient-safety, and hospital policies.
Demonstrated strong communication, prioritization, and composure while working effectively in a high-pressure environment.
Patient Care Tech
1 Year- Provided compassionate, hands-on patient care while supporting nurses and clinical staff in a fast-paced healthcare environment.
- Assisted patients with activities of daily living, including bathing, grooming, toileting, feeding, mobility, and repositioning.
- Obtained and documented vital signs, blood glucose levels, intake/output, and other patient care observations.
- Assisted with patient transfers, ambulation, fall prevention, and safe positioning while maintaining patient dignity and comfort.
- Performed EKGs, collected specimens, and assisted with other clinical procedures within scope of practice.
- Monitored patients for changes in condition and promptly communicated concerns or abnormal findings to nursing staff.
- Maintained patient rooms, equipment, and supplies to support a safe, clean, and efficient care environment.
- Collaborated with nurses, physicians, and multidisciplinary healthcare teams to ensure timely and coordinated patient care.
- Followed infection-control, safety, and hospital policies while maintaining accurate patient documentation.
- Demonstrated strong communication, teamwork, attention to detail, and the ability to remain calm in high-acuity situations.
Surgical Dental Assistant
2 Months- Assisted oral and maxillofacial surgeons with complex surgical procedures in office-based settings.
- Prepared surgical suites, instruments, equipment, medications, and supplies to ensure procedural readiness.
- Provided chairside assistance during extractions, dental implant placement, bone grafting, biopsies, and other oral and maxillofacial procedures.
- Maintained strict sterile technique and infection-control standards throughout surgical procedures.
- Assisted with patient preparation, positioning, surgical site preparation, and postoperative care and instructions.
- Monitored patients throughout procedures and promptly communicated changes in condition or concerns to the surgical team.
- Assisted with local anesthesia and sedation procedures, including preparation and monitoring of necessary equipment and supplies.
- Anticipated surgeon needs by efficiently passing instruments, maintaining the surgical field, and responding to intraoperative requests.
- Maintained accurate patient records, surgical documentation, inventory, and equipment readiness.
- Educated patients on postoperative instructions, medications, wound care, and follow-up requirements.
- Demonstrated strong attention to detail, composure, and clinical judgment in high-acuity surgical environments.
Gas Station Attendant
6 Months- Provided friendly, efficient customer service while assisting customers with fuel purchases, store merchandise, and general inquiries.
- Operated cash registers and point-of-sale systems, processed cash and card transactions, and maintained accurate cash handling procedures.
- Maintained clean, organized, and well-stocked convenience store areas, including shelves, coolers, and checkout areas.
- Monitored fuel pumps and assisted customers with pump operation while following safety procedures and station policies.
- Performed routine cleaning and maintenance of the fueling area, parking lot, restrooms, and store facilities.
- Restocked merchandise and monitored inventory levels to maintain product availability and organized displays.
- Followed safety protocols for fuel handling, spills, equipment, and emergency situations.
- Resolved customer questions and concerns professionally while maintaining a positive and welcoming environment.
- Maintained accurate shift records and supported opening, closing, and daily operational procedures.
- Demonstrated reliability, attention to detail, strong communication, and the ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment
Cashier/Stocker
9 Months- Provided friendly and efficient customer service while assisting customers with purchases, product questions, and general inquiries.
- Operated cash registers and point-of-sale systems while accurately processing cash, credit, and debit transactions.
- Maintained accurate cash handling procedures and balanced register transactions according to company policies.
- Stocked shelves, displays, coolers, and storage areas while ensuring products were organized and properly rotated.
- Received, unloaded, and organized merchandise while maintaining accurate inventory and minimizing product damage.
- Monitored inventory levels and communicated low-stock or damaged items to management.
- Maintained a clean, organized, and safe sales floor, checkout area, and stockroom.
- Assisted with pricing, labeling, merchandising, and promotional displays.
- Handled customer concerns professionally and worked effectively with team members to provide a positive shopping experience.
- Followed company safety, loss-prevention, and operational procedures in a fast-paced retail environment.
- Demonstrated reliability, strong attention to detail, teamwork, and the ability to efficiently prioritize multiple responsibilities.
Education
Undergrad
Certificate Of Completion - EMT-Basic
Certificate Of Completion - Health Science
Academic High School Diploma
Academic High School Diploma
Skills
CPR Certified
Vascular Coordinator
Managing and rotating supplies
Making/Assigning call and daily work schedules
Customer relationship management (CRM)
Clinical expertise
Customer relations
Product support
Teamwork and collaboration
Attention to detail
Critical thinking
Adaptability and flexibility
Professionalism
Time management abilities
Continuous improvement
In-service training
Language
English
Proficiency
Interests
Gym Workouts
Team Sports
Backpacking and Hiking
Adventure Travel
Road Trips
Outdoor Recreation
Playing Sports
Hiking
Kayaking
Camping
Cooking
Wine Tasting
Timeline
Aortic Clinical Specialist
Cook Medical
10.2025 - CurrentRead More
Cardiovascular Surgical Team Lead/Manager
North Alabama Medical Center
05.2021 - 10.2025Read More
Cardiovascular Surgical Technologist
North Alabama Medical Center
10.2012 - 10.2025Read More
Emergency Room Tech
Eliza Coffee Memorial Hospital
05.2011 - 10.2012Read More
Patient Care Tech
Eliza Coffee Memorial Hospital
05.2010 - 05.2011Read More
Surgical Dental Assistant
Florence Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery
01.2010 - 03.2010Read More
Gas Station Attendant
Big Star Grocery
06.2009 - 12.2009Read More
Cashier/Stocker
Foodland Grocery Store
08.2008 - 05.2009Read More
University of North Alabama
Undergrad
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Northwest Shoals Community College
Certificate Of Completion from EMT-Basic
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Allen Thornton Career & Technical Center
Certificate Of Completion from Health Science
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Rogers High School
Academic High School Diploma
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