Christine Abella
Elgin
Summary
Qualified surgical technologist with robust background in surgical procedures and patient care. Successfully assisted in numerous high-stakes surgeries, ensuring sterile environments and seamless workflow. Demonstrated proficiency in instrument sterilization and effective communication within surgical teams. Good communication skills, good listener.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified Surgical Technologist
Aya Healthcare
07.2024 - Current
- Assisted surgeons by providing essential instruments and supplies during procedures.
- Managed sterile environments to prevent infections and ensure patient safety.
- Trained new staff on surgical protocols and equipment handling procedures.
- Evaluated and maintained surgical instruments for functionality and compliance with standards.
- Led quality assurance initiatives to enhance operational standards in surgical settings.
Certified Surgical Technologist
Northwestern Medicine
05.2015 - 07.2022
- Duties: Prepare sterile operating rooms for surgeries, Stock adequate supplies for surgery, Provide support during surgery by passing instruments and other supplies.
- Collaborated with surgical teams to streamline processes and improve efficiency.
- Anticipated surgeons needs and handed instruments and supplies to surgeons during procedures.
- Setup operating and surgery rooms by preparing equipment and supplies for upcoming procedures.
- Expedited surgery room turnover times by swiftly preparing operating rooms for subsequent surgeries, maximizing efficiency within the department.
Customer service
Live Nation
10.2009 - 03.2015
- Duties: Take incoming calls, help season ticket holders handle their inventory, post tickets up for sale.
- Provided excellent customer service to subscribers and businesses.
- Maintained standards of quality, timeliness, productivity and customer service.
- Provided exceptional customer service, resolving concerns promptly and professionally.
Education
High School Diploma -
Elgin Community College
05-2006
Certificate - Surgical Technologist
Elgin Community College
Elgin, IL05-2015
Skills
- Aseptic Technique
- Hospital Experience
- Ophthalmology Experience
- Medical Terminology
- Anatomy Knowledge
- Vital Signs
- Orthopedic Experience
- Indirect patient care
Certification
- BLS Certification January 2023 to December 2024
- Certified Surgical Technologist Present
Timeline
Certified Surgical Technologist
Aya Healthcare
07.2024 - Current
Certified Surgical Technologist
Northwestern Medicine
05.2015 - 07.2022
Customer service
Live Nation
10.2009 - 03.2015
High School Diploma -
Elgin Community College
Certificate - Surgical Technologist
Elgin Community College
Additional Information
- Skills:
- Maintains sterility throughout the procedure
- Organizes sterile field
- Scrubs, gowns, gloves
- Performs counts
- Securing and arranging equipment
- Draping
- Properly disposes of all sharps
- Passes instruments/ supplies
- Properly handles specimen
- Applies sterile dressings
- Turn over
- Maintains a tidy mayo stand and back table
- Anticipates the needs of surgeon and assistant