Experienced Surgical Attendant and OR Support
Resume:
FREDERICK WHITAKER
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CHARLOTTE, NC 28216
OBJECTIVE
Dedicated and detail-oriented Surgical Attendant with over 15 years of experience providing perioperative support in high-volume hospital and operating room settings. Proven ability to assist surgical teams with patient positioning, sterile technique, equipment preparation, and operating room efficiency while maintaining the highest standards of patient safety, infection control, and compassionate care. Seeking to contribute expertise to a patient-focused healthcare organization. SKILLS & ABILITIES
• Surgical & Operating Room Support
• Patient Transport & Positioning
• Sterile Technique & Infection Control
• Medical Equipment Handling & Repair
• EMR & Hospital Computer Systems (DUMC, DHIS)
• Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint
• Patient Scheduling Systems
• Medical Terminology
• HIPAA Compliance & Patient Confidentiality
• Excellent Patient & Customer Service
EDUCATION
Bachelor of Arts in Engineering
Elizabeth City State University- Elizabeth City, NC EXPERIENCE
2022 – 2025 Surgical Attendant
Atrium Health – Carolinas Medical Center - Charlotte, NC
• Provided direct perioperative support to surgeons, registered nurses, and operating room staff in a high-volume acute care hospital setting.
• Safely transferred patients from stretchers to operating room tables using proper body mechanics and patient-handling techniques to prevent injury and ensure patient comfort.
• Positioned patients precisely according to surgeon and procedural requirements, ensuring optimal surgical access while maintaining patient safety and dignity.
• Assisted with preoperative patient preparation, including donning appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) and adhering to strict infection prevention protocols.
• Performed pre-surgical skin preparation by cleaning and disinfecting designated operative areas in accordance with sterile technique and hospital guidelines.
• Maintained a sterile operating environment by properly using sterile gloves, gowns, and supplies throughout procedures.
• Supported the surgical team by anticipating needs and assisting with room setup, patient positioning adjustments, and turnover between cases.
• Ensured compliance with safety standards, HIPAA regulations, and Atrium Health policies to promote high-quality patient care and procedural efficiency.
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2009 – 2019 Surgical Attendant
Duke University Health System – Durham, NC
• Provided direct perioperative support under the supervision of surgeons, registered nurses, and surgical staff in a fast-paced operating room environment.
• Prepared, assembled, and verified surgical instruments, equipment, and supplies to ensure procedural readiness and compliance with sterile technique standards.
• Assisted with patient preparation, including cleaning, shaving, and sterilizing surgical sites in accordance with infection-control protocols.
• Safely transferred patients to and from the operating room, ensuring proper positioning on the operating table to support surgical access and patient safety.
• Maintained patient body temperature through appropriate positioning and surgical draping techniques.
• Supported surgical teams by assisting with scrubbing, gowning, and gloving procedures.
• Anticipated surgeon needs by efficiently passing instruments, supplies, and equipment during procedures.
• Maintained a sterile operating room environment by adhering to strict aseptic techniques and hospital policies.
• Applied postoperative bandages and dressings as directed.
• Cleaned, reset, and staged operating rooms between procedures to support efficient case turnover.
2006 – 2009 EMG Patient Service Coordinator
Duke University Health System – Durham, NC
• Served as the primary point of contact for patients receiving electromyography (EMG) and electrodiagnostic services.
• Registered patients, verified demographic and insurance information, and collected co- payments in compliance with billing and privacy guidelines.
• Scheduled and coordinated patient appointments to optimize clinic workflow and provider availability.
• Triaged incoming calls and routed inquiries appropriately to physicians, EMG technicians, and clinical staff.
• Assisted EMG technicians during electrodiagnostic procedures to ensure patient comfort and procedural efficiency.
• Performed routine cleaning, inspection, and maintenance of EMG equipment to ensure operational safety and accuracy.
• Delivered high-quality customer service while maintaining patient confidentiality and professionalism.
2003 – 2006 Surgical Attendant
Duke University Health System – Durham, NC
• Supported surgical teams by preparing operating rooms, instruments, and equipment prior to procedures.
• Assisted with patient preparation and transport, ensuring safety and comfort throughout the perioperative process.
• Maintained sterile technique during surgical procedures to reduce infection risk.
• Assisted surgeons and nurses by passing instruments and supplies as needed.
• Applied dressings and assisted with post-procedure room cleanup and turnover. 2001– 2003 Material Equipment Technician
Adeco Technical – Duke University Medical Center- Durham, NC
• Performed manual and technical tasks related to the receiving, inspection, repair, storage, and distribution of medical equipment and supplies.
• Maintained accurate records of equipment repairs and inventory in a shared database system.
• Delivered and retrieved medical equipment throughout various hospital departments to support patient care operations.
• Collaborated with management and clinical teams to complete assignments efficiently and on schedule.
• Ensured equipment safety, functionality, and compliance with hospital standards. CERTIFICATIONS
• Basic Life Support (BLS)
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