Yvette Couch
Corbin,KY
Summary
Focused professional well versed in wide range procedures. Adept in quickly preparing surgical suites per procedure and surgeon instructions. Expertise in sterile and aseptic techniques. Board certified by national board of surgical technology and surgical assisting. Efficient office assistant with years of experience answering high-volume calls and in-person inquiries. Diligent, respectful attitude to dealing with clients and colleagues. Flexible and hardworking approach to streamlining internal processes. Im highly experienced in using Epic and I follow HIPAA Guidelines . Well-organized and detail-oriented Compliance Officer with key experience in environments. Knowledgeable about overseeing agreements, enforcing policies and optimizing procedures for dynamic requirements. Focused on maintaining consistence, quality, and compliance in all areas.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Certified Surgical Technologist
Baptist Health Medical Center
Corbin, KY
06.2024 - Current
- Prepared operating room for surgical procedures, including setting up sterile field.
- Demonstrated knowledge of principles of asepsis while preparing and caring for patients undergoing surgery.
- Retrieved specimens from the OR for laboratory analysis.
- Performed various duties such as applying dressings to incisions sites postoperatively.
- Maintained aseptic technique throughout the procedure.
- Helped maintain an organized working environment in the OR through cleaning, stocking supplies, and organizing equipment carts.
- Followed safety guidelines when transporting patients from one area to another inside the facility.
- Assisted with scrubbing in for each case as needed.
- Participated in continuing education activities related to job responsibilities.
- Provided instruction on proper techniques of handling instruments to new team members.
- Identified potential problems before they occurred by closely observing the sterile field and personnel involved in the procedure.
- Ensured that all equipment was functioning properly prior to use in the operating room.
- Answered incoming calls in a professional manner and directed callers to the appropriate personnel.
- Answered phone calls and directed them to appropriate personnel.
- Created spreadsheets using Microsoft Excel to track expenses and other financial data related to the office budget.
- Performed data entry tasks into various computer systems accurately and efficiently.
- Organized files, developed spreadsheets, faxed reports and scanned documents to improve organizational workflow.
- Handled incoming and outgoing mail and packages, including preparation for shipping.
- Ensured compliance with HIPAA regulations related to patient data security.
Coordinator
Women's Health Associates
Corbin, KY
08.2011 - 08.2012
- Coordinated with other departments to ensure projects were completed on time and within budget.
- Resolved customer complaints in a timely manner while upholding company standards.
- Managed day-to-day operations of the department including scheduling tasks and assigning duties.
- Maintained calendars of upcoming events, meetings and deadlines.
- Ensured compliance with company policies and procedures related to project management activities.
- Facilitated communication between different departments in order to resolve issues quickly.
- Delegated work to staff, setting priorities and goals.
Education
Associate of Science - Surgical Technology
Southeast Community College
Pineville, KY05-2020
Skills
- Equipment set up and operation
- Electronic medical records management
- Aseptic and sterilization techniques
- Surgical counts
- Quality Assurance Controls
- OB/GYN procedures
- Self Motivation
- Professionalism
- HIPAA Compliance
- Excellent Communication
- Effective Communication
- Interpersonal Skills
- Analytical Skills
- Data extraction
- Adaptability and Flexibility
- Problem-solving abilities
- Decision-Making
- Goal Setting
- Continuous Improvement
- Written Communication
- Windows 95/98/2000/XP/XP Pro/NT
- Organizational Skills
- Time management abilities
- Attention to Detail
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Time Management
Timeline
Certified Surgical Technologist
Baptist Health Medical Center
06.2024 - Current
Coordinator
Women's Health Associates
08.2011 - 08.2012
Associate of Science - Surgical Technology
Southeast Community College