Janell Khan
Rockford
Summary
Surgical Technologist bringing practiced experience in assisting with diverse operating room functions. Anticipates and addresses surgeon's needs from operating room setup and sterilization to draping patient and passing instruments during surgery. Models medical teamwork and physical stamina. Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure a Surgical Technician position. Ready to help team achieve company goals at a known hospital in the community.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Surgical Technologist\Sterile Processing Tech
UW Health Division Of Swedish American Hospital
07.2021 - Current
- Maintained high infection control standards.
- Prepared operating rooms with required instruments, ensuring efficient setup for various surgical cases.
- Setup operating and surgery rooms by preparing equipment and supplies for upcoming procedures.
- Minimized infection risks by strictly adhering to aseptic techniques when handling surgical supplies and equipment.
- Handled high-pressure situations calmly and efficiently, contributing to successful completion of critical surgeries.
- Evaluated procedure needs and set up equipment, tools, supplies, and instruments.
- Sterilized instruments and disposed of medical supplies and waste following OSHA guidelines.
- Ensured proper care of surgical instruments through meticulous cleaning, sterilization, and maintenance processes.
- Enhanced patient safety by maintaining a sterile surgical environment and adhering to strict protocols.
- Decontaminated, cleaned, assembled, packaged, sterilized, stored, and distributed reusable surgical instrumentation and equipment.
- Passed instruments and supplies to surgical team members to provide surgeons with necessary tools to complete procedures.
- Handled and prepared specimens for laboratory analysis to provide surgeons with relevant information.
- Cleaned and maintained operating equipment to keep resources in good working condition and ready for use.
- Sterilized instruments and equipment for specific procedures and arranged for surgeons.
Emergency Room Registration Clerk
Mercy Health
04.2021 - 03.2022
- Ensured proper documentation of insurance information, verifying coverage details, and obtaining necessary authorizations for treatment.
- Reduced waiting times for patients by effectively managing workloads and prioritizing urgent cases.
- Handled high-pressure situations calmly, effectively managing multiple tasks while maintaining a professional demeanor throughout busy shifts in the emergency room.
- Maintained a professional and compassionate demeanor during interactions with distressed or emotional patients, providing support and reassurance throughout the registration process.
- Obtained payments from patients and scanned identification and insurance cards.
- Contributed to a positive workplace environment by consistently displaying professionalism and empathy towards patients and colleagues.
Patient Care Technician
OSF Saint Francis Medical Center
03.2020 - 03.2022
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff, ensuring timely medical interventions when necessary.
- Obtained patient vital signs and reported results to staff nurse or physician, noting changes from prior measurements.
- Answered patient assistance calls, assessed needs, and offered qualified support.
- Assisted nurses with essential tasks, streamlining workflow and increasing efficiency in the healthcare setting.
- Collected and transported specimens to prepare for lab testing.
- Maintained clean and safe environment to promote patient safety and comfort.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Surgical Technology
Brown Mackie College,
Fort Wayne, IN06.2009
No Degree - Nursing Assistant
Dawson Technical
Chicago, IL02.1997
Skills
- Aseptic Techniques
- OB/GYN procedures
- Specimen Collection
- Sterile Technique Proficiency
- Surgical Instrument Knowledge
- Setting up and operating equipment
- Surgical Assistance
- Equipment set up
- Instrument Sterilization
- Pre- and post-surgical counts
- Anatomy Understanding
- Safe sharps disposal
- Infection control protocols
Certification
- Certified Nursing Assistant
Timeline
Surgical Technologist\Sterile Processing Tech
UW Health Division Of Swedish American Hospital
07.2021 - Current
Emergency Room Registration Clerk
Mercy Health
04.2021 - 03.2022
Patient Care Technician
OSF Saint Francis Medical Center
03.2020 - 03.2022
Associate of Applied Science - Surgical Technology
Brown Mackie College,
No Degree - Nursing Assistant
Dawson Technical
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