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Shania Strickland

Shania Strickland

Surgical Technologist (soon to be certified)
DeLand,FL

Summary

Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy with excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Consistently adheres to safety standards. Learns quickly in fast-paced, high-volume environments.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience
8
8
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Floater

Saafe Behavioral Services
DeLand, FL
09.2019 - Current
  • Volunteered for additional assignments during peak work periods to keep tasks on schedule.
  • Used problem-solving and issue-resolution skills to promptly and successfully address patient problems.
  • Maintained organized work area by cleaning and removing hazards.
  • Trained new staff members on the system and how to perform various jobs.
  • Responded to inquiries from callers seeking information.
  • Greeted incoming visitors and customers professionally and provided friendly, knowledgeable assistance.
  • Confirmed appointments, communicated with clients, and updated client records.
  • Answered central telephone system and directed calls accordingly.
  • Corresponded with clients through email, telephone, or postal mail.
  • Handled cash transactions and maintained sales and payments records accurately.
  • Fill out paperwork for audits based on appointments.
  • Scheduled appointments based on patients and providers needs.

Sales Associate

Cato's Fashion
Deland, FL
05.2019 - 09.2019
  • Helped customers locate products and checked store system for merchandise at other sites.
  • Maintained calm demeanor and professionally managed issues in busy, high-stress situations.
  • Engaged with customers to effectively build rapport and lasting relationships.
  • Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers, and promote specific merchandise.
  • Prepared merchandise for sales floor by pricing or tagging.
  • Accurately processed POS transactions, returning coin, currency, payment cards, and receipts to customers.
  • Answered customer questions about sizing, accessories, and merchandise care.
  • Provided positive first impressions to welcome existing, new, and potential customers.
  • Solved customer challenges by offering relevant products and services.
  • Rotated stock and restocked shelves to maintain product availability and store appearance.
  • Managed returns, exchanges and refunds in accordance with store policy.
  • Trained new employees on customer service, money handling and organizing strategies.
  • Organized and created the shift schedule for the staff members.

Smoothie Maker

Smoothie King
Deland, FL
08.2017 - 08.2018
  • Restocked all items throughout the day.
  • Check inventory to make sure all supplies were available and at reach.
  • Prepped smoothies in a timely manner during busy days.
  • Trained new staff members on the system and job.
  • Followed health, safety and sanitation guidelines with proper handwashing, food storage and sanitization.
  • Explained product details to share ingredients, allergens or preparation methods.
  • Maintained, operated, set up and cleaned food preparation equipment.
  • Solved problems, finding possible causes and taking action to correct.
  • Replenished serving stations with fresh food and cleaned up spills.

Education

Associate Of Arts And Sciences - Surgical Technology

Daytona State College, Daytona Beach, FL
08.2018 - Current

I have been attending this school for almost 5 years. Currently enrolled in the Surgical Technology program at Daytona State College. I have done 1 year of clinical and during my rotations. I have done; Cardiovascular (second scrubbed at CABG), Plastics, General, ENT, Orthopedics, Oromaxillofacial, Obstetrics GYN, Genitourinary, and Neurology (Thoracic approach for a Laminectomy).

High School Diploma -

Deland High School, Deland, FL
08.2014 - 05.2018
  • Member of Student Government of Association, Juniorettes, Renaissance, Growler (Newspaper), and Leadership.
  • Received a scholarship from the General Federation Women’s Club of Deland for college.
  • Was a student aid to teachers, assistant principals and the Deans office.

Skills

    Organization

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Additional Information

  • I do know a basic level of Sign language as I am continually learning new words everyday.
  • I am also currently learning Spanish and Hindi as well to accommodate the surrounding population.
  • I am one of Jehovah’s Witnesses, which allows me to be able to work on holidays without any issue, unless it falls on my meeting days.
  • Additional Reference:

-Professor/Assistant Chair/Program Director

Dana Bancer, MBA, CST, FAST (419)-304-8787

-Assistant Professor/Clinical Coordinator

Virginia Schimansky, CST (407)-402-9006

Timeline

Floater - Saafe Behavioral Services
09.2019 - Current
Sales Associate - Cato's Fashion
05.2019 - 09.2019
Daytona State College - Associate Of Arts And Sciences, Surgical Technology
08.2018 - Current
Smoothie Maker - Smoothie King
08.2017 - 08.2018
Deland High School - High School Diploma ,
08.2014 - 05.2018

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