Lead Surgical Technologist
Cleveland/Akron, Ohio Area
Provided leadership to all clinical staff, supporting day to day needs.Was responsible for maintaining the inventory control system of surgical supplies through weekly ordering and delegation. Trained new employees on all aspects of standard operating procedures and customer service. Created daily surgical assignments. Conducted weekly meetings with clinical staff to optimize our efficiency. Implemented strong communication channels with office and doctors to proactively and effectively meet their needs. Maintained proper patient flow to maximize customer satisfaction. Supervised, performed, and delegated the observing and maintaining of proper standards with all regulatory compliances and OSHA guidelines including Hazard Communication, MSDS, and PPE requirements. Ordered, secured, and maintained stock of controlled substances. Sterilized/Prepared instruments, equipment and appropriate medications needed for procedures. First assisted /scrubbed with multiple physicians during surgical procedures, always maintaining sterility while practicing aeseptic technique. Applied proper post-op dressings to patient with their comfort in mind.