Frederic Thierry Burgkhalter
Squamish,BC
Summary
Meticulous Lead Surgical technician / Lead Medical devices reprocessing 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.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
3
3
Languages
Work History
Lead Surgical Technologist /Operating Room Technician
Squamish General Hospital / Lions Gate Hospital
09.2021 - Current
- Enhanced patient safety by diligently maintaining sterile environments and adhering to strict surgical protocols.
- Streamlined operating room efficiency by organizing surgical instruments and equipment for easy access during procedures.
- Reduced surgery preparation time by effectively collaborating with the surgical team in setting up equipment and instruments.
- Improved surgical outcomes by providing skilled assistance to surgeons during complex procedures.
- Contributed to a reduction in complications with vigilant monitoring of patient vitals during surgeries, alerting the surgeon when necessary.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams for optimal patient care throughout pre-op, intraoperative, and post-op phases.
- Assisted in reducing hospital readmissions due to infections with diligent attention to infection control practices in the operating room setting.
Certified Dental Assistant /Dental Hygiene Student
Kids Dental GROUP
08.2020 - 09.2021
- Improved patient comfort by providing thorough explanations of dental procedures and addressing concerns.
- Ensured optimal oral health for patients by performing comprehensive dental cleanings and screenings.
- Assisted dentists with complex procedures, ensuring patient safety and satisfaction.
- Educated patients on proper oral hygiene practices to maintain good oral health between visits.
Certified Preventative Dental Assistant
Sydney Dental Hospital
12.2018 - 02.2020
- Improved patient oral hygiene by providing thorough dental cleanings and preventative care services.
- Educated patients on proper brushing and flossing techniques for better overall dental health.
- Assisted dentists in various procedures, ensuring efficient and successful treatments.
- Managed patient scheduling and appointment reminders, reducing cancellations and noshows.
Therapist Prevention of Addictions
Youth Centre
01.2012 - 06.2016
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based therapeutic techniques and interventions.
- Enhanced client well-being through personalized treatment plans tailored to individual needs and goals.
- Built strong rapport with clients, fostering trust and open communication for effective therapy sessions.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to provide comprehensive care for clients with complex needs.
- Provided crisis intervention services, stabilizing clients in distress and connecting them with necessary resources.
- Developed creative therapeutic approaches to address unique client challenges and promote lasting change.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Applied Social Sciences And Humanities
University of Yaounde 2
Yaounde Associate of Science - Surgical Tech / Surgery Sterile Processing
Conestoga College Institute of Technology And Advanced Learning
Kitchener, ON06.2021
Associate of Science - Dentistry
TAFE College of Dentistry
Sydney Australia 12.2018
Master of Science - Clinical Research, Drug Safety And Pharmacovigilance
University of Sherbrooke
Sherbrooke, QC09.2014
Skills
- Surgical expertise
- Patient Care
- Sterile technique
- Physiology Understanding
- Preoperative preparation
- Operating Room Management
- Anatomy knowledge
- Pre-surgical preparation
- Surgical Assistance
- Transporting patients
- Pre- and post-surgical counts
Accomplishments
- Built strong relationships with surgeons, OR nurses and patients. and learned set up preferences to streamline surgeries.
- Assisted in over 2600 procedures during a year 2023.
- I trained and oriented new hired staff at the Sterile processing department
- Supervised team of 7 staff members.
Languages
English
Full Professional
French
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Professional Working
Membership and certification
Member of MDRAO: Medical Device Reprocessing Association of Ontario Canada
Member of BC Cancer agency
Member of CCSA: Centre on Substance use and Addiction
Affiliations
- BC Cancer Agency
- Medical Device Reprocessing Association Ontario
- Canadian Centre on Substance use and addiction
Certification
Certified Dental Assistant
Certified Medical Devices Reprocessing Technician
- TS- C - Surgical Technologist
Timeline
Lead Surgical Technologist /Operating Room Technician
Squamish General Hospital / Lions Gate Hospital
09.2021 - Current
Certified Dental Assistant /Dental Hygiene Student
Kids Dental GROUP
08.2020 - 09.2021
Certified Preventative Dental Assistant
Sydney Dental Hospital
12.2018 - 02.2020
Therapist Prevention of Addictions
Youth Centre
01.2012 - 06.2016
Bachelor of Science - Applied Social Sciences And Humanities
University of Yaounde 2
Associate of Science - Surgical Tech / Surgery Sterile Processing
Conestoga College Institute of Technology And Advanced Learning
Associate of Science - Dentistry
TAFE College of Dentistry
Master of Science - Clinical Research, Drug Safety And Pharmacovigilance
University of Sherbrooke
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