Tara Standridge
Amazon Flex
Las Vegas,NV
28
years of professional experience
Detail-oriented professional with a long background in surgical technology and medical delivery. Known for excellent communication, infection control, and careful handling of sensitive items. Brings steady teamwork, clean driving habits, and a commitment to safe, reliable service.
Work History
Medical Courier
3 Years 7 Months- Transported prescriptions and medical supplies while maintaining secure chain of custody and on-time delivery.
- Verified delivery manifests, signatures, and package integrity to support accurate medication distribution.
- Followed HIPAA and pharmacy handling procedures to protect patient privacy and sensitive shipments.
- Inspected vehicle readiness, safety equipment, and route conditions before each delivery run.
- Trained new couriers on delivery protocols, documentation standards, and customer service expectations.
- Upheld compliance with HIPAA regulations while managing confidential patient information during deliveries.
Delivery Driver
4 Years 10 Months- Loaded and organized parcels for efficient route execution and timely drop-offs.
- Navigated assigned delivery areas using GPS and real-time route updates.
- Delivered packages safely using Amazon Flex app routes and customer delivery instructions.
- Scanned packages accurately to verify pickups, deliveries, and proof of completion.
- Delivered packages to customer doorsteps and business offices.
- Read maps, followed oral, and written instructions and used GPS technology to make deliveries.
Surgical Technologist
4 Years 11 Months- Monitored equipment readiness, troubleshooting surgical tools to minimize procedure delays and disruptions.
- Positioned patients and arranged supplies to support efficient workflow and procedural access.
- Ensured compliance with infection control protocols in surgical settings.
- Coordinated specimen handling, labeling, and transport according to surgical and laboratory requirements.
- Introduced new staff members to training protocols regarding operating room procedures, infection control, safety standards, and overall facility policies.
- Maintained specialty equipment, implant, and instrumentation inventories.
- Supported surgeons during cosmetic surgeries, gynecological and orthopedic procedures and general appointments.
- Delivered exemplary assistance and support to surgeons during general, gynecological, orthopedic, neurological, and plastic surgery procedures.
Surgical Technologist
17 Years 1 Month- Prepared operating rooms with sterile instruments, supplies, and equipment for surgical procedures.
- Maintained sterile field integrity throughout procedures, following infection control and safety protocols.
- Verified instrument counts, sponges, and sharps to support patient safety and prevent retained items.
- Assisted surgeons by passing instruments, sutures, and supplies with accurate timing and technique.
- Mentored surgical staff on sterile technique, OR setup, and consistent preparation standards.
- Supported surgeons during cosmetic surgeries, gynecological and orthopedic procedures and general appointments.
- Delivered exemplary assistance and support to surgeons during general, gynecological, orthopedic, neurological, and plastic surgery procedures.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities, staying current on best practices within the field of surgical technology.
- Worked with vendors for speedy procurement of services and equipment.
Education
Associate of Science - Surgical Technology
Associate of Arts - Sociology
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Skills
HIPAA compliance
Safe driving practices
Pharmaceutical handling
Route planning
Clean driving record
Punctuality
Physician relationship management
Excellent communication
Team development
Relationship management
Physician relationship management
Relationship building
Team building
Team collaboration
Timeline
Medical Courier
CVS Pharmacy
04.2023 - CurrentRead More
Delivery Driver
Amazon Flex
01.2022 - CurrentRead More
Surgical Technologist
Plastic Surgery Vegas
04.2015 - 03.2020Read More
Surgical Technologist
Sunrise Medical
07.1998 - 08.2015Read More
College of Southern Nevada
Associate of Arts from Sociology
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Nevada Career Institute
Associate of Science from Surgical Technology
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University of Nevada, Las Vegas
Bachelor of Arts from Psychology
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