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Viktoria Vasko

Summary

Highly skilled Surgical and Recovery Specialist with over 5 years of experience in clinical settings, specializing in aseptic and surgical techniques. Proven track record in maintaining an exceptionally low contamination rate while ensuring a high volume of tissue recovery for transplant purposes. Adept at performing complex surgical recoveries and fostering collaboration with multidisciplinary teams to achieve successful outcomes. Detail-oriented, adaptable, and committed to advancing the mission of organ and tissue donation through high-quality care and technical excellence.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

Tissue Recovery Coordinator

Gift of Hope Organ and Tissue Donor Network
06.2022 - Current
  • Utilize advanced aseptic and surgical techniques to recover donor tissues for transplantation, maintaining a low contamination rate while handling a high volume of tissues successfully used for life-saving procedures
  • Assist in all phases of tissue recovery, including donor preparation, surgical dissection, and post-mortem care, ensuring respect and dignity for the donor throughout the process
  • Conduct sterile preparation of recovery suites and equipment, including decontamination and maintenance of surgical instruments, to meet rigorous quality standards
  • Perform comprehensive donor evaluations and assessments to verify tissue authorization, collect samples, and document recovery details with precision
  • Proficiently operate surgical instruments, such as scalpels and suture needles, during recovery procedures, ensuring proper technique and minimizing contamination risks
  • Package, label, and transport recovered tissue in compliance with transplant and research protocols, safeguarding the integrity of the donation process
  • Act as a mentor and preceptor to new employees, sharing expertise in sterile technique, donor management, and tissue recovery best practices
  • Collaborate with internal and external teams, including hospital staff and partner organizations, to coordinate recovery operations effectively under time-sensitive conditions
  • Consistently recognized for exceptional performance in tissue procurement and adherence to stringent infection control protocols
  • Participate in departmental quality assurance initiatives, training programs, and organizational events to advance personal and team competencies

Operating Room Assistant

OhioHealth Riverside Methodist Hospital
06.2021 - 05.2022
  • Assisted in maintaining a sterile and organized operating room environment, including participating in OR suite turnaround procedures such as cleaning and managing case carts
  • Applied aseptic techniques to operating room equipment and personnel, ensuring compliance with universal precautions to minimize contamination risks
  • Supported surgical teams by passing sterile instruments and supplies to surgeons during procedures, demonstrating precision and attention to detail
  • Prepared patients for surgery, transported them to and from the operating room, and ensured patient safety throughout the process
  • Managed operating room inventory, ensuring critical supplies were readily available and replenished as needed
  • Opened and distributed sterile supplies during medical procedures, maintaining sterile field integrity to support successful surgical outcomes

Nurse Aide

OhioHealth Riverside Methodist Hospital
02.2016 - 06.2021
  • Provided compassionate patient care, assisting with daily living activities such as dressing, grooming, bathing, and toileting
  • Supported patient safety by responding to call lights promptly and adjusting bed rails and equipment as needed
  • Documented vital signs and reported changes in patient conditions to the nurse supervisor, contributing to effective care planning
  • Gained hands-on experience in patient care and hospital protocols by participating in ongoing training and skill development opportunities
  • Actively collaborated with the healthcare team to maintain a high standard of care in dynamic and high-pressure environments
  • Took on additional shifts during busy periods, demonstrating reliability and a strong work ethic

Education

Diploma -

Westerville Central High School
Westerville, OH
05-2015

Skills

  • Aseptic and Surgical Techniques
  • Tissue Recovery and Packaging
  • Equipment and Instrument Handling
  • Machine Perfusion Coordination
  • Donor and Recovery Coordination
  • Communication and Interpersonal Skills
  • Quality Assurance
  • Training and Mentorship
  • Clinical Proficiency
  • Technical Documentation
  • Medical equipment operation
  • Cultural sensitivity
  • Surgical precision

Languages

Hungarian
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Tissue Recovery Coordinator

Gift of Hope Organ and Tissue Donor Network
06.2022 - Current

Operating Room Assistant

OhioHealth Riverside Methodist Hospital
06.2021 - 05.2022

Nurse Aide

OhioHealth Riverside Methodist Hospital
02.2016 - 06.2021

Diploma -

Westerville Central High School
Viktoria Vasko