Tracy Shanks
Jackson,TN
Summary
Highly Driven Surgical Technician excited to bring 22-year background to growing organization. Knowledgeable in all aspects of surgery, including setting up operating rooms, preparing patients and assisting surgeons. Specialized in Cardiothoracic surgery for 22 years.. Committed to maintaining highest standards of health and safety.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
Certified Surgical Technologist
Jackson Madison County General Hospital
04.2001 - Current
- Anticipated surgeons needs and handed instruments and supplies to surgeons during procedures. in Cardiovascular surgeries for 22 years.
- BLS certified
- Setup operating and surgery rooms by preparing equipment and supplies for upcoming procedures.
- Gathered and set up equipment, tools, and supplies and arrange instruments according to surgeons' preferences or instruction.
- Maintained high infection control standards.
- Evaluated procedure needs and set up equipment, tools, supplies, and instruments.
- Created safe operating environments for invasive and non-invasive procedures.
- Collected, prepared and disposed of medical specimens.
- Maintained daily workflow, coordinating with operating room staff to prepare for scheduled and emergency cases.
- Managed operating room setup by cleaning and sterilizing instruments and surfaces, maintaining supply inventories, and organizing surgical tools.
- Passed instruments and supplies to surgical team members to provide surgeons with necessary tools to complete procedures.
- Reduced infection risks and protected patients by maintaining sterile fields during procedures.
- Handled and prepared specimens for laboratory analysis to provide surgeons with relevant information.
- Contributed to team-based problem-solving to resolve issues that arose during surgery and improve patient outcomes.
- Completed continuing education units, staying up to date on surgical technology and meeting organizational requirements.
- Gathered and set up equipment, tools, and supplies and arrange instruments according to surgeons' preferences or instruction
Packaging and Shipping
Wilson's Sporting Goods
03.1996 - 01.1999
- Labeled packages with appropriate shipping information for accurate deliveries.
- Followed packing processes to increase speed and accuracy.
- Protected materials for transport by correctly packaging products in boxes and crates.
- Assembled packages according to meet specific customer requirements.
- Monitored and maintained inventory of packing materials to minimize downtime.
- Maintained neat, clean, and safe workspace to avoid hazards and increase safety by [Number]%
Education
Surgical Technologist - Surgical Technology
Tennessee College of Applied Technology
Jackson, TN04.2001
High School Diploma -
Milan High School
Milan, IN05.1990
Skills
- Safe Needle Disposal
- Passing Surgical Tools
- Instrumentation Specification
- Quality Assurance Controls
- Universal Precautions
- Instrumentation & sponge counts
Timeline
Certified Surgical Technologist
Jackson Madison County General Hospital
04.2001 - Current
Packaging and Shipping
Wilson's Sporting Goods
03.1996 - 01.1999
Surgical Technologist - Surgical Technology
Tennessee College of Applied Technology
High School Diploma -
Milan High School
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