Overview
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Amy Brandt

Fort Wayne

Overview

2
2
years of post-secondary education
31
31
years of professional experience

Work History

Customer Fulfillment Associate, Cashier

Lowes Home Improvment
Fort Wayne
06.2023 - Current
  • Provided exceptional service during peak hours to manage customer flow effectively.
  • Greeted customers and provided friendly customer service.
  • Provided customer service to ensure customers' satisfaction with their orders.
  • Filled customer orders promptly and accurately while maintaining quality standards.
  • Managed returns from customers by inspecting merchandise for damage or discrepancies in quantity or type ordered versus received items.
  • Communicated effectively with colleagues regarding progress on assigned tasks or projects.
  • Processed orders accurately and efficiently using a computer system.
  • Assisted with training new employees on proper order fulfillment techniques.
  • Confirmed items picked for orders by keying codes into system.
  • Processed customer transactions efficiently at the checkout counter.
  • Assisted customers with product inquiries and store navigation.
  • Maintained accurate cash drawer balance throughout shifts.
  • Handled returns and exchanges according to store policies.
  • Operated cash register or POS system to receive payment by cash, check and credit card.
  • Helped customers find specific products, answered questions, and offered product advice.
  • Provided excellent customer service while promoting loyalty programs to increase sales potential.
  • Used suggestive selling techniques to promote add-on sales.
  • Processed credit card, cash, and check payments, ensuring all transactions were accurate.

Surgical Technologist

Parkview North Hospital/ PRMC/ Women and Children
Fort Wayne
01.2001 - 10.2022

General surgeries, multiple gynecological procedures, plastic, ortho, cesarean section, Laproscopic multiple procedures, cysto cases, trauma team for two years. Passed instruments and assisted surgeon.

  • Prepared surgical instruments and equipment for various procedures.
  • Assisted surgeons during operations by providing necessary tools promptly.
  • Maintained sterile environments by following infection control protocols.
  • Collaborated with nursing staff to ensure efficient patient care.
  • Monitored surgical supplies and restocked as needed throughout shifts.
  • Educated new staff on surgical techniques and equipment usage.
  • Participated in continuous training to stay updated on best practices.
  • Communicated effectively with surgeons, nurses, anesthesiologists, and scrub techs while performing duties in the OR environment.
  • Assisted in positioning patients on operating table and covered them with sterile drapes.
  • Prepared and maintained sterile field for surgical procedures.
  • Set up equipment, tools, and supplies for procedures and organize instruments as directed in surgeons' preference cards.
  • Assisted surgeon by passing instruments and sterile supplies throughout operation.
  • Recounted surgical instruments and supplies at end of operation, eliminating chance of items left inside patient.
  • Ensured all necessary equipment was available for each procedure.
  • Observed aseptic technique and infection control protocols at all times.

Surgical Technician

Lutheran Hospital
Fort Wayne
05.1997 - 09.1998

General surgeries. Laproscopic and open surgeries. Gynecological, colon resections, plastics, ear, nose, throat procedures.

  • Provided technical assistance to surgeons, surgical nurses or anesthesiologists.
  • Collaborated with operating room staff to cultivate efficiency and prepare for scheduled and emergency procedures.
  • Used retractors, sponges and suctioning and irrigating equipment to create unobstructed operating fields.
  • Participated in continuing education courses related to surgical technology practices.
  • Kept track of expiration dates on sterile items used in surgeries.
  • Ensured that all specimens were collected properly according to hospital protocol.
  • Set up equipment, tools, and supplies for procedures and organize instruments as directed in surgeons' preference cards.
  • Assisted surgeons during operations by passing tools and maintaining a sterile field.

Surgical Technician

Parkview Hospital
Fort Wayne
12.1995 - 12.1996
  • Prepared surgical instruments and equipment for procedures at Parkview Hospital.
  • Assisted surgeons during operations by providing needed tools and supplies.
  • Maintained a sterile environment by following infection control protocols.
  • General team and trauma cases.
  • Passed and assisted in surgeries.

Education

Graduate, 1995 - Surgical Technology

Parkview Surgical Technician School
Fort Wayne, Indiana
01.1994 - 12.1995

Certification 1992 - Emergency Medical Technician

Parkview EMT School
Fort Wayne, IN
01.1992 - 05.1992

Snider High School
Fort Wayne, Indiana

Some College (No Degree) - Nursing

IPFW
Fort Wayne, Indiana

Timeline

Customer Fulfillment Associate, Cashier

Lowes Home Improvment
06.2023 - Current

Surgical Technologist

Parkview North Hospital/ PRMC/ Women and Children
01.2001 - 10.2022

Surgical Technician

Lutheran Hospital
05.1997 - 09.1998

Surgical Technician

Parkview Hospital
12.1995 - 12.1996

Graduate, 1995 - Surgical Technology

Parkview Surgical Technician School
01.1994 - 12.1995

Certification 1992 - Emergency Medical Technician

Parkview EMT School
01.1992 - 05.1992

Snider High School

Some College (No Degree) - Nursing

IPFW
Amy Brandt