Shannon Roth
Tacoma
Summary
Dedicated Trauma Orthopedics Service Line Coordinator skilled in preference card management and surgical instrument handling. Collaborated with surgical teams to optimize workflows, enhancing patient safety and operational success in the operating room.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
2
2
Certifications
Work History
Trauma Orthopedics Service Line Coordinator
MultiCare Tacoma General Hospital
Tacoma
08.2021 - Current
- Collaborated with surgeons and staff to maintain accurate and current preference cards, enhancing surgical preparation
- Oriented students and new staff members to Trauma Orthopedics
- Ensured each surgical case was equipped with necessary supplies and instrumentation, facilitating seamless procedures
- Utilize all resources including several medical representatives to plan and troubleshoot unexpected events throughout the day
- Acted as resource for staff, supporting smooth operations and quality patient care
Surgical Technologist
MultiCare Tacoma General Hospital
Tacoma
08.2011 - 08.2021
- Prepared and organized surgical instruments and equipment for procedures, ensuring readiness and compliance with surgical standards.
- Maintained sterile field and adhered to infection control protocols, safeguarding patient health during procedures.
- Assisted surgeons during operations by passing instruments and supplies.
- Set up and organized equipment, tools, and supplies for procedures based on surgeons' preference cards, facilitating smooth operation workflow.
- Ensure proper, safe handling of instruments, sharps, and equipment throughout the procedure
- Recounted surgical instruments and supplies at end of operation, eliminating chance of items left inside patient.
- Prepared and maintained sterile field for surgical procedures.
- Observed aseptic technique and infection control protocols at all times.
- Collaborated with nursing staff to ensure patient safety and comfort.
- Communicated effectively with surgeons, nurses, anesthesiologists, and scrub techs while performing duties in the OR environment.
- Ensured all necessary equipment was available for each procedure.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Surgical Technology
Clover Park Technical College
Lakewood, WA06-2011
Skills
- Surgical instrument handling
- Infection control protocols
- Sterile field maintenance
- Medical supply coordination
- Preference card management
- Operating room efficiency
Certification
Washington State Surgical Technologist License
Timeline
Trauma Orthopedics Service Line Coordinator
MultiCare Tacoma General Hospital
08.2021 - Current
Surgical Technologist
MultiCare Tacoma General Hospital
08.2011 - 08.2021
Associate of Applied Science - Surgical Technology
Clover Park Technical College