Shania Strickland
Certified Surgical Technologist
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. Thorough team contributor with strong organizational capabilities. Experienced in handling numerous projects at once while ensuring accuracy. Effective at prioritizing tasks and meeting deadlines. Proactive and goal-oriented professional with excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Known for reliability and adaptability, with swift capacity to learn and apply new skills. Committed to leveraging these qualities to drive team success and contribute to organizational growth.
Overview
9
9
years of post-secondary education
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Certified Surgical Technologist
AdventHealth
Orlando, FL
06.2023 - Current
- Assisted in preparing surgical instruments and equipment for various procedures.
- Specializes in General, Surgical Oncology, Colorectal and Transplantation.
- Maintained sterile environment to ensure patient safety during surgeries.
- Collaborated with surgical team to enhance workflow efficiency and communication.
- Monitored inventory levels of surgical supplies and reordered as necessary.
- Collaborated closely with interdisciplinary teams for optimal patient care throughout the entire perioperative process.
- Setup operating and surgery rooms by preparing equipment and supplies for upcoming procedures.
- Expanded knowledge of surgical procedures through continuous professional development, staying current with industry advancements.
- Trained new staff on protocols, equipment usage, and sterilization techniques.
Floater
Saafe Behavioral Services
DeLand, FL
09.2019 - 06.2023
- 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
08.2018 - 05.2023
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 -
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
Safety processes and procedures
Customer relationships
Exceptional time management skills
Equipment operation
Training and mentoring
Additional Information
- Spoke as a panelist at a National Conference for the Association of Surgical Technologists on June of 2026 on Transplantation.
- 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
Timeline
Certified Surgical Technologist - AdventHealth
06.2023 - Current
Floater - Saafe Behavioral Services
09.2019 - 06.2023
Sales Associate - Cato's Fashion
05.2019 - 09.2019
Daytona State College - Associate Of Arts And Sciences, Surgical Technology
08.2018 - 05.2023
Smoothie Maker - Smoothie King
08.2017 - 08.2018
Deland High School - High School Diploma ,
08.2014 - 05.2018