Christy Pfaffmann

Prepared OR suites in a sterile and timely fashion, ensuring all supplies and equipment were present and instruments were set up for each procedure. Took call weekdays, weekends, and holidays with a 30-minute response time.

Worked as a Certified Surgical Technologist on the Cardiovascular Open Heart Team at a level one trauma center. Required to take call weekdays, weekends, and holidays with a 20-minute response time.

Served as a Certified Surgical Technologist on the Neuro-Spine team. Required to take call weekdays, weekends, and holidays with a 30-minute response time.

Worked all shifts as a lab-aide, responsible for entering specimens from the hospital and outlabs. Assisted in processing specimens, including blood bank and microbiology setups.

Responsible for morning floor draws on all in-patients with lab orders, entering draws into the computer and helping process the blood. Also worked at outpatient lab stations drawing blood from orders in a timely fashion with a focus on care to the patients.

Completed a comprehensive program in Surgical Technology, gaining expertise in surgical procedures, patient care, and operating room protocols. Developed strong foundational knowledge and practical skills essential for a surgical technologist role.

Participated in the Surgical First Assist Program, enhancing skills in assisting surgeons during various procedures. Focused on advanced surgical techniques and patient management.