Donna Harris-McQuade
Sioux Falls,SD
Summary
Meticulous surgical technician bringing practiced experience 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.
Teaching first year medical students to scrub and gown/glove themselves in anticipation of rotations in the operating room.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Surgical Technologist
Sanford Medical Center
12.2005 - Current
- Senior surgical tech for pediatric surgery.
- Received recognition for excellent performance in assisting with emergency surgeries, resulting in positive patient outcomes.
- Collaborated effectively with multidisciplinary teams to optimize patient care before, during, and after surgery. Including but not limited to ECMO, NUSS procedure, PDA's and pediatric outpatient procedures
- Worked with vendors for speedy procurement of services and equipment.
- Assisted surgeons in complex procedures for optimal patient outcomes and reduced recovery time.
- Researched instruments and equipment needed for pediatric procedures.
- Assisted in development of updated pediatric policies and procedures for the surgical department, resulting in improved safety measures and overall efficiency.
- Mentored new surgical technologists, sharing expertise and fostering their growth within the profession.
Medical Transcriptionist
Self
03.2004 - 09.2005
- Enhanced accuracy of medical records by transcribing detailed physician dictations.
- Identified and rectified inconsistencies, deficiencies and discrepancies in medical documentation.
- Verified medical terminology and codes to deliver accurate and up-to-date information.
- Maintained high levels of confidentiality with sensitive patient information following HIPAA guidelines.
- Reviewed and edited transcripts to verify and provide accurate and complete information.
Education
Surgical Technology
Presentation College
Aberdeen, SD05.1983
High School Diploma -
O'Gorman High School
Sioux Falls SD05.1982
Skills
- Flexible and Adaptable
- Critical Thinking
- Patient Needs Assessment
- Teamwork and Collaboration
Additional Information
USN: July 1984-1990. Hospital Corpsman/surgical technologist. Lead tech for General Surgery in Charlestion SC 1987-1990
References
Dr. Jon Ryckman
Sanford Pediatric Surgery
2200 W 22nd St
Sioux Falls, SD 57105
ryckman.r@sanfordhealth.org
605-312-1000
Mary Ash
Ash Law
5101 S Nevada Ave, Ste 130
Sioux Falls, SD 57108
mary@ashlaw.com
605-800-1071
Jenny Fritz
46234 262 St
Hartford, SD 57033
jenfritz69@hotmail.com
605-310-1699
Timeline
Surgical Technologist
Sanford Medical Center
12.2005 - Current
Medical Transcriptionist
Self
03.2004 - 09.2005
Surgical Technology
Presentation College
High School Diploma -
O'Gorman High School
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