Demetria Powell
Chicago
Summary
Dynamic Surgical Technologist with extensive experience at Little Company of Mary Medical center, excelling in sterile field management and surgical instrument preparation. Proven ability to communicate effectively and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, ensuring optimal patient care and operational efficiency in high- pressure environments. CPR certified and committed to maintaining the highest standards of safety and professionalism.
Overview
1
1
Certification
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Supervisor
United States Postal Service, USPS
Chicago
08.2013 - Current
- Supervised daily mail processing and distribution operations, improving workflow and service delivery.
- Managed staff schedules, ensuring adequate coverage during peak periods.
- Ensured compliance with USPS regulations and safety standards, minimizing risk and enhancing operational integrity.
- Trained new employees on safety protocols and operational procedures.
- Resolved customer complaints in a timely manner while ensuring customer satisfaction.
- Fostered positive work environment, boosting team morale and encouraging collaboration.
Surgical Technologist
Little Company of Mary
Chicago
10.2024 - 04.2026
- Assisted surgeons during operations by anticipating needs and providing necessary tools and support to enhance procedural efficiency.
- Set up equipment, tools, and supplies for procedures, organizing instruments according to surgeons' preference cards to streamline workflow.
- Facilitated smooth operations by effectively communicating with medical staff and addressing immediate needs during procedures.
- Maintained sterile environment to ensure patient safety and infection control.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Surgical Technology
Midwestern Career College
Chicago, IL04-2025
High School Diploma -
Roberto Clemente High School
Chicago, IL06-2009
Skills
- Sterile technique
- Operating room setup, breakdown
- Knowledge of surgical instruments
- Effective communication
- Equipment setup
- Team Collaboration
- Time management
- Cpr certified
- Sterile field management
- Surgical instrument preparation
- Specializing in general, plastic surgery and gynecology
- Experienced with Davinci robot
- Experienced with all surgical services
Certification
- Association of Surgical Technology 04/01/25
- National Board of Surgical Technologists 04/01/25
- CBSPD certified 12/17/23
Timeline
Surgical Technologist
Little Company of Mary
10.2024 - 04.2026
Supervisor
United States Postal Service, USPS
08.2013 - Current
Associate of Applied Science - Surgical Technology
Midwestern Career College
High School Diploma -
Roberto Clemente High School