Chandra Williams
About Chandra Williams
Chandra Williams is a Surgical Technician at UF Health Jacksonville, where she has worked since 2021. With extensive experience in surgical settings and certifications in Sterile Processing Tech and Surgical Tech, she has contributed to various healthcare facilities in Florida.
Work at UF Health Jacksonville
Chandra Williams has been employed as a Surgical Technician at UF Health Jacksonville since 2021. In this role, she contributes to surgical procedures by ensuring that the operating room is prepared and that all necessary instruments and supplies are available. Her responsibilities include maintaining sterile environments and assisting surgeons during operations.
Previous Experience in Surgical Technology
Before joining UF Health Jacksonville, Chandra Williams worked at several healthcare facilities. She served as a Certified Surgical Technologist at Memorial Healthcare System from 2018 to 2020. Prior to that, she was a Central Service Tech at North Shore Medical Center from 2015 to 2016 and a Sterile Processing Tech at Medical Staffing Pro from 2014 to 2016. These roles provided her with diverse experiences in surgical settings.
Education and Training
Chandra Williams studied at Miami Dade College from 2002 to 2004. She graduated from Lindsey Hopkins Technological Educational Center with a 3.6 GPA. Additionally, she completed Phlebotomy training at Sheridan Technical Center, where she logged over 25 live capillary and venipuncture sticks, enhancing her clinical skills.
Certification and Skills
Chandra Williams has passed certification exams in Sterile Processing Tech and Surgical Tech, achieving scores in the 90th percentile. She has logged more than 500 hours in clinical rotation, gaining hands-on experience in various surgical specialties and performing surgeries in the first scrub role. Her background includes over six years of experience as an administrative assistant, demonstrating proficiency in core office administration functions.
Clinical Experience
Chandra Williams gained clinical experience at Jackson Memorial Hospital, where she worked across various surgical specialties. This experience allowed her to develop practical skills in a high-pressure environment, further preparing her for her role as a Surgical Technician.