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Rebecca Claros

Piedmont,SC

Summary

Knowledgeable and compassionate member of the healthcare team in various positions with 13+ years’ experience collectively. Diligent about serving all facets of patient medical and personal needs. Focused on delivering high-quality care to individuals of all backgrounds while protecting patient safety and promoting satisfaction with facility services.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience

Work History

Surgical Technologist

Bon Secours Mercy Health
Greenville, SC
04.2022 - Current
  • Prepared and maintained sterile field for surgical procedures.
  • Assisted in the application of wound dressings, casts, and other medical devices.
  • Provided assistance to surgeons during operations by passing instruments and other supplies.
  • Transported patients to operating room before surgery and monitored vital signs throughout procedure.
  • Maintained accurate records of patient care, condition, progress, and concerns.
  • Ensured all necessary equipment was available for each procedure.
  • Organized operating room by setting up surgical trays with instruments according to surgeon preference.
  • Kept inventory of supplies and ordered new items as needed.
  • Performed pre-operative skin preparation on patients prior to surgery.
  • Observed aseptic technique and infection control protocols at all times.
  • Assisted in positioning patients on operating table and covered them with sterile drapes.
  • Monitored sterilization process for surgical instruments or equipment used during procedures.
  • Received specimens from pathology laboratory for examination by surgeon during operation.
  • Cleansed and disinfected operating rooms after procedures were completed.
  • Retrieved implants from storage area prior to start of procedure.
  • Verified correct identification of patient prior to any operation or procedure.
  • Completed documentation related to patient care, such as recording vital signs or documenting medications administered.
  • Inspected instruments post-operatively for proper function or damage before returning them to stock room.
  • Reviewed patient charts for information regarding allergies or medical conditions that could affect the outcome of surgery.
  • Provided support services such as stocking supplies in OR rooms or restocking carts between cases.
  • Communicated effectively with surgeons, nurses, anesthesiologists, scrub techs., while performing duties in the OR environment.
  • Assisted surgeon by passing instruments and sterile supplies throughout operation.
  • Reviewed surgical requirements and prepped operating room with appropriate tools, equipment and instruments.
  • Set up equipment, tools and supplies for procedures and organize instruments as directed in surgeons' preference cards.
  • Recounted surgical instruments and supplies at end of operation, eliminating chance of items left inside patient.
  • Organized equipment and instruments in alignment with surgical protocols and surgeon preferences.
  • Laid out all instruments, supplies and tools as directed by surgeons.
  • Gathered and took inventory of equipment to confirm adequate supplies for surgery.
  • Used retractors, sponges and suctioning and irrigating equipment to create unobstructed operating fields.
  • Maintained reusable surgical instrumentation and equipment, including decontamination, cleaning, sterilizing, storing and distributing.
  • Maintained surgical areas and oversaw inventory management.
  • Assessed procedure requirements and procured appropriate equipment and tools.
  • Used hemostatic clamps, suture ligatures and electrocautery equipment to control bleeding.
  • Prepared day surgery and operating rooms for patients by ordering and stocking equipment and supplies.
  • Collaborated with vendors and service providers to coordinate required services and equipment.
  • Organized and maintained unobstructed operative fields to foster immediate access to retractors and suctioning and irrigation equipment.
  • Sterilized medical equipment and properly handled contaminated materials.
  • Maintained proper sterile field during surgical procedures.
  • Cleaned and restocked operating room, gathering and placing equipment and supplies.
  • Counted sponges, needles and instruments before and after operation.
  • Prepared patients for surgery by positioning on operating table and covering with sterile surgical drapes to prevent exposure.
  • Collaborated with operating room staff to cultivate efficiency and prepare for scheduled and emergency procedures.
  • Prepared dressings or bandages, applying or assisting with application following surgery.
  • Handed instruments and supplies to surgeons and surgeons' assistants.

Certified Surgical Technologist

Prisma
Greenville, SC
02.2020 - 04.2022
  • Used retractors, sponges and suctioning and irrigating equipment to create unobstructed operating fields
  • Counted and recorded sponges, instruments, and needles at the beginning and end of surgical procedures
  • 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
  • Adhered to OSHA protocols when sterilizing instruments, discarding medical supplies and disposing of waste
  • Assisted surgeon with patient preparation for total joint replacement procedures
  • Maintained reusable surgical instrumentation and equipment, including decontamination, cleaning, sterilizing, storing, and distributing
  • Facilitated invasive, non-invasive, and minimally invasive procedures by creating safe and functional operating room environments
  • Effectively supported surgeons in fast-paced healthcare environments, resulting in better patient care and less pain medication post-surgery
  • Set up equipment, tools and supplies needed for procedures and organize instruments as directed in surgeons' preference cards
  • Used hemostatic clamps, suture ligatures, and electrocautery equipment to control bleeding
  • Used diagnostic equipment and monitored patients during procedures using specialized machines
  • Collaborated with operating room staff to cultivate efficiency and prepare for scheduled and emergency procedures
  • Performed various tasks, which included assisting with reductions and administering pain injections
  • Closed wounds using sutures, staples and other tools
  • Handed instruments and supplies to surgeons during procedures
  • Collected and prepared tissue specimens for laboratory analysis
  • Oversaw inventory of specialty equipment and instrumentation inventories
  • Sterilized medical equipment and properly handled contaminated materials
  • Organized equipment and instruments in alignment with surgical protocols and surgeon preferences
  • Adhered to infection control standards and reported any hazards
  • Assessed procedure requirements and procured appropriate equipment and tools
  • Cleaned and sterilized surgical sites and managed supply inventory and organization
  • Cleaned and sterilized operating rooms
  • Collaborated with vendors and service providers to coordinate required services and equipment.

Medical Insurance Examiner

APPS Paramedical Service
Greenville, SC
04.2018 - 11.2019
  • Collected biological specimens and packaged for laboratory transport to complete important diagnostic tests
  • Supported title office administrative operations by performing data entry and filling charts Summarized legal or insurance documents
  • Notified manager of any possible delays and issues, including failed my arrival time
  • Maintained regular communications with clients to discuss and resolve issues
  • Verified insurance coverage and determined benefit levels based on policy provisions.
  • Assessed the need for further review by specialized consultants when necessary.
  • Interpreted complex medical terminology into layman's terms for non-medical personnel.
  • Cleaned and sanitized rooms and equipment using aseptic technique to prevent infection and cross-contamination
  • Managed supplies and restocked inventory to ensure optimal availability for patient care.
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge of changes in the health care industry.
  • Stayed current on HIPAA regulations, benefits claims processing, medical terminology and other procedures.
  • Reviewed claims for accuracy before submitting for billing.
  • Accurately processed large volume of medical claims every shift.
  • Inputted data into the system, maintaining accuracy of provider coding information and reported services.

Labtech

Labcorp
Greenville, SC
05.2015 - 04.2018
  • Assisted medical care providers by aiding with routine and specialized procedures, administering medication, and performing EKG and various Blood tests
  • Labeled blood vials with critical information like time of collection, date, and patient name
  • Enforced infection control and sharps disposal procedures to protect patients, co-workers and self
  • Used multiple electronic medical software, including Beacon and EMR to conduct patient intakes and send correspondence
  • Prepared patients for examination by properly draping patients, obtaining vital signs, verifying referrals and taking detailed health history
  • Verified quality of specimens by centrifuging specimens for logistics courier to pickup
  • Built trust and minimized patient discomfort during phlebotomy procedures
  • Obtained variety of blood samples through venipuncture or capillary puncture using syringes, butterfly needles, and straight needles
  • Screened prospective donors by conducting interviews, obtaining medical histories, and measuring vital signs
  • Counseled patients to ease fears, explain procedures and enhance cooperation during blood draws
  • Coordinated workflow based on stat, schedule, or outpatient needs
  • Prepared blood-collecting equipment to draw blood and safely store and transport samples
  • Treated blood-related chronic disorders by performing therapeutic phlebotomy
  • Maintained fully stocked phlebotomy cart, carrier, and station
  • Verified collection orders and communicated discrepancies to nurses
  • Obtained blood samples for medical testing and transfusion through venipuncture or capillary puncture
  • Interviewed patients and analyzed and documented medical records to update and file documents
  • Conducted bleeding time tests and updated results into paper or electronic charts.
  • Promoted high customer satisfaction by resolving problems with knowledgeable and friendly service.
  • Understood and followed oral and written directions.
  • Demonstrated leadership by making improvements to work processes and helping to train others.
  • Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
  • Prioritized and organized tasks to efficiently accomplish service goals.
  • Identified needs of customers promptly and efficiently.
  • Planned and completed group projects, working smoothly with others.

Laboratory Technician

Memorial Hermann Healthcare System
Houston, TX
01.2013 - 08.2015
  • Completed administrative support work to maximize laboratory efficiency
  • Used articulators and micrometers to check conformance of appliances and occlusion accuracy
  • Enforced infection control and sharps disposal procedures to protect patients, co-workers and self
  • Recorded, reported, and posted specimen results in company software
  • Cleaned and sterilized lab area, tools, and equipment
  • Maintained, calibrated, and troubleshot pH probes, EC meters, balances, automatic pipettes and diluters
  • Disposed of bodily fluids and hazardous products according to strict protocols
  • Limited discrepancies by accurately handling, storing, transporting, and submitting all urinalysis samples
  • Conducted and supported research, including collection of information and samples
  • Collected, labeled, and stored lab samples according to laboratory specifications
  • Isolated, identified, and prepared specimens for examination
  • Monitored and observed experiments, recording data for research personnel evaluation
  • Managed departmental inventory and supply ordering
  • Provided technical support and services for scientists and engineers working in fields such as agriculture, environmental science and resource management
  • Adhered to all laboratory requirements and enforced compliance with regulations
  • Analyzed experimental data and interpreted results to draft reports of findings
  • Monitored lab supplies and proactively replenished for convenience and availability
  • Maintained detailed logs of all experiments and relevant data and updated databases with new information
  • Coordinated workflow based on stat, schedule, or outpatient needs
  • Obtained variety of blood samples through venipuncture or capillary puncture using syringes, butterfly needles, and straight needles
  • Labeled blood vials with critical information like time of collection, date, and patient name
  • Prepared blood-collecting equipment to draw blood and safely store and transport samples
  • Verified quality of specimens by centrifuging specimens for logistics courier to pick up
  • Conducted bleeding time tests and updated results into paper or electronic charts
  • Interviewed patients and analyzed and documented medical records to update and file documents
  • Counseled patients to ease fears, explain procedures and enhance cooperation during blood draws
  • Obtained blood samples for medical testing and transfusion through venipuncture or capillary puncture
  • Treated blood-related chronic disorders by performing therapeutic phlebotomy
  • Verified collection orders and communicated discrepancies to nurses
  • Screened prospective donors by conducting interviews, obtaining medical histories, and measuring vital signs
  • Maintained fully stocked phlebotomy cart, carrier, and station
  • Prepared patients for examination by properly draping patients, obtaining vital signs, verifying referrals and taking detailed health history.

Blood Bank Technician

Gulf Coast Regional Blood Center
Houston, AK
10.2011 - 11.2013
  • Obtained variety of blood samples through venipuncture or capillary puncture using syringes, butterfly needles, and straight needles
  • Conducted bleeding time tests and updated results into paper or electronic charts
  • Obtained blood samples for medical testing and transfusion through venipuncture or capillary puncture
  • Labeled blood vials with critical information like time of collection, date, and patient name
  • Maintained fully stocked phlebotomy cart, carrier, and station
  • Cultivated, isolated and identified microorganisms in biological samples to assist in diagnostic efforts
  • Followed laboratory guidelines for handling biological specimens
  • Reviewed patient data, prepared data reports and signed off on release of information requests
  • Identified specific markers of disease and documented findings in detailed reports for clinician use
  • Followed strict aseptic techniques to protect patients when collecting blood and tissue samples
  • Managed departmental inventory and supply ordering
  • Conducted quality control checks, calibration and technical troubleshooting of hematology analyzer
  • Maintained clean and fully operational laboratory equipment
  • Recorded control values from technical instruments to maintain reliability and validity of test results
  • Performed EKGs, chemistry analysis, urinalysis, and hematology for multiple patients daily
  • Cleaned and sterilized lab area, tools, and equipment.

Education

Associate of Applied Science - Surgical Technology

South College - Asheville
03.2020

Skills

  • Surgical Assistant
  • Insurance verification
  • EMR
  • Data entry
  • Self motivated
  • Critical thinking
  • Problem-solving capabilities

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Surgical Technologist

Bon Secours Mercy Health
04.2022 - Current

Certified Surgical Technologist

Prisma
02.2020 - 04.2022

Medical Insurance Examiner

APPS Paramedical Service
04.2018 - 11.2019

Labtech

Labcorp
05.2015 - 04.2018

Laboratory Technician

Memorial Hermann Healthcare System
01.2013 - 08.2015

Blood Bank Technician

Gulf Coast Regional Blood Center
10.2011 - 11.2013

Associate of Applied Science - Surgical Technology

South College - Asheville

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