Teresa Schwiebert
Hamler,OH
Summary
Dedicated Certified Surgical Technologist with 31 years in healthcare, specializing in surgical procedures, patient care, and operating room support. Expertise in materials management, inventory control, and surgical scheduling enhance operational efficiency. Collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary teams to ensure high standards of patient care in fast-paced environments.
Overview
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1
Certification
31
31
years of professional experience
Work History
Certified Surgical Technologist
Mercy Health Defiance Hospital
Defiance, OH
06.2023 - Current
- Assisted surgeons during operations by efficiently passing essential tools and supplies to facilitate procedures.
- Set up operating room for surgical procedures, including thorough sterile field preparation to maintain optimal safety standards.
- Maintained sterile conditions by following infection control procedures.
- Prepared surgical instruments and equipment for diverse procedures, ensuring readiness and safety.
Certified Surgical Technologist
Mercy Health Perrrysburg Hospital
Perrysburg, Ohio
06.2020 - Current
- Prepared and maintained sterile field for surgical procedures.
- Maintained sterile environments by preparing and cleaning surgical areas.
- Assisted surgeons by providing necessary instruments during procedures.
- Communicated effectively with surgeons, nurses, anesthesiologists, and scrub techs while performing duties in the OR environment.
Certified Surgical Technologist
Surgi+Care
Maumee, OH
10.2000 - 05.2023
- Prepare operating rooms, instruments, equipment, and supplies for surgical procedures.
- Assist surgeons and nurses during procedures while maintaining strict sterile technique.
- Scheduled surgical procedures by coordinating with physician offices to ensure efficient scheduling & patient flow.
- Managed materials inventory by ordering, receiving, stocking, and monitoring supplies to ensure availability and support daily surgical operations.
- Conducted quarterly inventory counts, reconciled discrepancies & maintained accurate inventory records.
- Reviewed and updated preference cards based on surgeon and procedural needs to enhance OR readiness and minimize excess supplies.
- Communicated effectively with physicians, vendors and management with supply or equipment related issues.
- Coordinated and processed patient refunds, ensuring accuracy, timely resolution &compliance with organizational polices.
Certified Surgical Technologist
St. Luke's Hospital
Maumee, OH
07.1998 - 10.2000
- Ensured sterile environment through strict adherence to infection control protocols.
- Performed instrument counts preoperatively, intraoperatively, and postoperatively to uphold hospital compliance standards.
- Facilitated surgical procedures by efficiently providing tools and supplies to surgeons.
Certified Surgical Technologist
Mercy Health St. Vincent Medical Center
Toledo, OH
05.1995 - 07.1999
- Responded to urgent and emergency surgical situations, maintaining composure and organization to ensure optimal patient care.
- Collaborated with the general team to deliver clinical experiences in trauma, thoracic, ENT, general, GYN, and laparoscopic procedures, enhancing procedural efficiency.
- Precepted new surgical techs and nurse externs, facilitating their integration and skill development in surgical environments.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Surgical Technology
Owens Community College
Perrysburg, OH05-1995
Skills
- Detail-oriented
- Accurate and thorough
- Time management
- Strong communication skills
- Able to work independently with minimal supervision
- Hardworking and dedicated
- Dependable and reliable
- Strong work ethic
- Accountable and responsible
- Professional and respectful
Certification
- National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA)
- Certified Surgical Technologist, CST #106483 - expires 09/10/2027
- Member of AST #51945 -expires 12/31/2026
- BLS for Healthcare Providers - expires 1/31/28
Timeline
Certified Surgical Technologist
Mercy Health Defiance Hospital
06.2023 - Current
Certified Surgical Technologist
Mercy Health Perrrysburg Hospital
06.2020 - Current
Certified Surgical Technologist
Surgi+Care
10.2000 - 05.2023
Certified Surgical Technologist
St. Luke's Hospital
07.1998 - 10.2000
Certified Surgical Technologist
Mercy Health St. Vincent Medical Center
05.1995 - 07.1999
Associate of Applied Science - Surgical Technology
Owens Community College