Lanaria Smith
Millington
Summary
Driven Surgical Technologist offering 1 years of experience in ambulatory and hospital settings. Well-versed in sports medicine, total joint replacement, general surgery and plastic surgery procedures. Proven leader and instrumental in developing new total joint replacement programs and educating staff on new policies, procedures, and equipment. Eager to take next career step with growing organization offering opportunities for professional development and advancement.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Surgical Technologist
Methodist Le Bonheur Germantown Hospital
Germantown, TN
10.2025 - 03.2026
- Assisted surgeons by preparing and sterilizing surgical instruments and equipment.
- Maintained sterile field during procedures to ensure patient safety and compliance with protocols.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to anticipate needs and provide support throughout surgeries.
- Monitored inventory levels of surgical supplies, facilitating timely reordering processes.
- Prepared operating rooms with required instruments, ensuring efficient setup for various surgical cases.
- Minimized infection risks by strictly adhering to aseptic techniques when handling surgical supplies and equipment.
Cashier
Hobby Lobby
Germantown, TN
06.2025 - 09.2025
- Keep records of customer interactions or transactions, recording details of inquiries, complaints, or comments, as well as actions taken.
- Solicit sales of new or additional services or products.
- Check to ensure that appropriate changes were made to resolve customers' problems.
- Recommend improvements in products, packaging, shipping, service, or billing methods and procedures to prevent future problems
Host and Server
Firebirds Restaurant
Collierville, TN
01.2024 - 01.2025
- Provided excellent customer service by anticipating needs and responding promptly to requests.
- Greeted and accommodated guests, building positive experience from first interaction.
- Demonstrated ability to interact with customers in a friendly and professional manner.
- Prioritized multiple tasks in dynamic environment and stayed calm and composed.
- Cleaned and sanitized hands and surfaces to optimize food safety and comply with health department regulations.
Paceker
Amazon Fulfillment Center
Memphis, TN
01.2022 - 12.2023
- Ensured that all orders are packed correctly prior to leaving the warehouse according to customer specifications.
- Successfully handled large volumes of orders with accuracy and speed.
- Utilized barcode scanning technology for accurate identification and tracking of product during shipping process.
- Maintained a clean and safe work environment by adhering to safety protocols and procedures.
- Effectively operated manual and automated packaging equipment to package product for shipment.
- Monitored inventory levels, restocked materials, and notified supervisor when supplies were low.
- Demonstrated safe work practices by wearing PPE, removing obstructions, and escalating abnormalities
Education
Associate of Science -
High School Diploma - undefined
Bolton High School
Arlington, TN06.2021
Skills
- Strong work ethic
- Exceptional Customer service
- Task Prioritization
- Active listening
- Problem solving
- Critical thinking
- Assertiveness
- Setting up and operating equipment
- Sterile technique proficiency
- Basic life support
Certification
- BLS CERTIFIED ISSUED 3/11/2024, RENEW BY 3/2026
- National Center for Competency Testing TS-C (NCCT)
LANGUAGES
ENGLISH- FLUENT
Timeline
Surgical Technologist
Methodist Le Bonheur Germantown Hospital
10.2025 - 03.2026
Cashier
Hobby Lobby
06.2025 - 09.2025
Host and Server
Firebirds Restaurant
01.2024 - 01.2025
Paceker
Amazon Fulfillment Center
01.2022 - 12.2023
High School Diploma - undefined
Bolton High School