Donna Schronce
Surgical Technologist Program Director
Kings Mountain,NC
Summary
Enthusiastic Certified Surgical Technologist Program Director with over 12 years of experience in the healthcare field, 3 years as an adjunct educational instructor, 6 years as surgical technology clinical coordinator, and 1 year as surgical technology program director. Dedicated and eager to contribute to team success in the classroom and clinical setting through hard work, attention to detail, and excellent organizational skills. Passionate about teaching students and watching them grow in the surgical technology profession.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Surgical Technology Program Director
Cleveland Community College
12.2022 - Current
- Supervise program staff, manage and evaluate performance provide high-quality services to program participants.to
- Monitor program performance to identify areas for improvement.
- Collaborate with various teams to uncover issues, identify applicable solutions, and offer guidance.
- Develop and implement marketing strategies to promote program awareness and participation.
- Monitor program requirements to keep content relevant and up-to-date.
- Supervised program staff, managing and evaluating performance provide high-quality services to program participants
- Developed and implemented program goals and objectives, establishing specific and measurable outcomes aligned with organization's overall mission
Surgical Technology Clinical Coordinator
Cleveland Community College
08.2016 - 11.2022
- Organized systems for tracking student records to improve ease of retrieval.
- Conducted or participated in workshops, committees, and conferences designed to promote intellectual, social, and physical welfare of students.
- Developed tests and procedures that measured student's abilities to understand material and perform as a surgical technologist.
- Supervised laboratory sessions and evaluated students in clinical setting.
- Maintained regular scheduled office hours to advise and assist students.
- Participated in student recruitment, registration, and placement activities.
- Served as Department Chair for Allied Health Programs.
- Performed onboarding for Allied Health Programs in CastleBranch.settings
Surgical Technology Adjunct Instructor
Cleveland Community College
08.2013 - 08.2016
- Provided private instruction to individuals or small groups of students.
- Used lectures, discussions and demonstrations to increase learning and classroom success.
- Engaged students with insightful and compelling classroom discussion of topics relevant to coursework to boost student learning and retention.
- Improved academic performance, occupational skills, and prepared students for academic occupational tests.
- Supervised laboratory sessions.
- Observed students in clinical facilities and evaluated their performance.
- Examined and graded assignments and assessments to report grades to appropriate personnel.
Certified Surgical Technologist
CaroMont Regional Medical Center, Gaston Memorial Hospital
08.2005 - 08.2016
- Anticipated surgeons needs and handed instruments and supplies to surgeons during procedures.
- Setup operating and surgery rooms by preparing equipment and supplies for upcoming procedures.
- Gathered and set up equipment, tools, and supplies and arrange instruments according to surgeons' preferences or instruction.
- Delivered exemplary assistance and support to surgeons during general, gynecological, genitourinary, vascular, plastic surgery, and minor orthopedic procedures.
- Trained new employees and students.
Certified Surgical T
South Charlotte General And Vascular Surgery
03.2012 - 07.2013
- Anticipated surgeons needs and handed instruments and supplies to surgeons during cath lab procedures to treat blocked blood vessels.
- Prepared equipment and supplies for upcoming procedures.
- Maintained high infection control standards.
- Cleaned and restocked room.
- Provided technical assistance to surgeon and cardiac nurse.
- Observed patients vital signs to assess physical condition.
- Maintained inventory of supplies.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Surgical Technology
Fayetteville Technical Community College
Fayetteville, NC05.2019
Diploma - Surgical Technology
Cleveland Community College
Shelby, NC08.2005
No Degree - General Studies
Gaston College
Dallas, NCSkills
- Active Listening
- Decision-Making
- Analytical and Critical Thinking
- First Aid/CPR
- Cultural Awareness
- Flexible and Adaptable
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Problem-Solving
- Planning and Coordination
Professional Certifications
- Certification by National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting
- Basic Life Support (BLS), American Heart Association
- Youth Basic Training, Boy Scouts of America
Timeline
Surgical Technology Program Director
Cleveland Community College
12.2022 - Current
Surgical Technology Clinical Coordinator
Cleveland Community College
08.2016 - 11.2022
Surgical Technology Adjunct Instructor
Cleveland Community College
08.2013 - 08.2016
Certified Surgical T
South Charlotte General And Vascular Surgery
03.2012 - 07.2013
Certified Surgical Technologist
CaroMont Regional Medical Center, Gaston Memorial Hospital
08.2005 - 08.2016
Associate of Applied Science - Surgical Technology
Fayetteville Technical Community College
Diploma - Surgical Technology
Cleveland Community College
No Degree - General Studies
Gaston College
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