Philip Irving
Hinesville
Summary
Results-driven perioperative technician with over 20 years of experience in direct patient care and surgical preparation. Proven ability to maintain sterile environments and enhance workflow efficiency, ensuring optimal patient experiences during surgical procedures.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
Work History
Perioperative Technician
Cooper University Hospital
Camden, NJ
01.2020 - Current
- Managed instruments and supplies, ensuring availability and readiness for surgeries.
- Collaborated with nurses to facilitate efficient patient flow within the operating room.
- Trained new technicians on safety protocols and operational procedures in the perioperative setting.
- Reduced risk of infection for patients by diligently sterilizing operating rooms and equipment after each use.
- Demonstrated strong attention to detail while performing pre-surgical equipment checks, ensuring all tools were in working order.
- Improved workflow efficiency by promptly transporting patients to and from the operating room.
- Enhanced patient care by effectively managing the setup and breakdown of operating rooms.
- Consistently provided quality support services, contributing to positive patient experiences within the hospital setting.
- Participated in continuous education opportunities related to current trends in perioperative care services.
Perioperative Technician
Hahnemann University Hospital
Philadelphia, PA
09.1997 - 05.2019
- Managed instruments and supplies, ensuring availability and readiness for surgeries.
- Developed strong working relationships with peers and supervisors alike resulting in a supportive and cohesive work environment.
- Contributed to successful surgeries by maintaining a sterile environment and assisting with instrument preparation.
- Promoted patient safety through strict adherence to established protocols during surgery preparation tasks.
- Maintained a high level of professionalism under pressure, ensuring the surgical team was able to perform their duties without additional stress or distractions.
- Streamlined perioperative processes by closely monitoring inventory levels and restocking supplies as needed.
- Facilitated timely surgical procedures by efficiently preparing the operating room according to surgeon specifications.
- Exhibited excellent problem-solving skills while troubleshooting equipment issues, minimizing delays in surgery schedules.
- Interacted with patients and families while demonstrating high standards of performance, teamwork, and compassion.
- Followed appropriate disinfecting procedures to sterilize medical equipment.
- Maintained patient confidence and protected hospital by keeping information confidential.
- Cared for patients by providing personal assistance and ambulation.
Education
High School Diploma -
CHESTER HIGH SCHOOL
Chester, PA06-1980
Skills
- Surgical equipment handling
- Preoperative preparation
- Patient positioning
- Direct patient care
- Specimen handling
- Maintaining equipment
- Patient interaction
- Patient confidentiality
- HIPAA regulations
- Medical ethics
Timeline
Perioperative Technician
Cooper University Hospital
01.2020 - Current
Perioperative Technician
Hahnemann University Hospital
09.1997 - 05.2019
High School Diploma -
CHESTER HIGH SCHOOL