Amanda Hall
Palmview,QLD
Summary
As a Clinical Support Representative for Smith & Nephew, I have gained extensive knowledge, including Reconstructive Joint Replacement, Trauma and Sports Medicine. Through structured educational programs, on line learning and in the field, I have gained the skills required to proficiently support cases in the above franchises. With many years of experience as a Scrub/Scout Clinical Nurse of Orthopaedics, the transition to Clinical Support was smooth. I am committed to further developing relationships with our customers, many of whom I have worked with for an extended period of time.
I have a passion for Orthopaedics and love the challenges it provides.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Clinical Support Representative
Smith & Nephew
Sunshine Coast, QLD
10.2022 - Current
- Hybrid Clinical Support for Trauma, Reconstructive Joint Replacement, and Sports Medicine surgery.
- Clinical support of trauma including Trigen, Evos Small & Large, and Periloc.
- Elective reconstructive joint replacement experience includes Legion, Genesis 11, R3, CPCS, Polar, Synergy, Purist table, and Polar Cup.
- Completed the Elevate Development Program, gaining valuable techniques for professional development within Smith & Nephew.
- Attended multiple training sessions including Challenger, Synapse, Principles of Trauma, Trigen, Evos Large, Purist table, Total Knee, and Total Hip Reconstruction, and Navbit Hip navigation system.
- Regularly conduct teaching and in-service sessions.
- Demonstrated strong problem-solving skills to diagnose and troubleshoot technical issues.
- Ensure seamless consignment resupply, stock control, and implementation of new products.
Clinical Nurse Orthopaedics
Sunshine Coast University Hospital
Birtinya, QLD
01.2017 - 10.2022
- Scrub/Scout Clinical Nurse of Orthopaedics. Responsible for the education and support of the nursing team within this specialty.
- Advanced skills and knowledge of Orthopaedic surgery, including Reconstructive Joint Surgery, Trauma, Spinal, and Sports Medicine.
- Perform the role of Floor Coordinator for the Operating Suite. This role requires the ability to make logical, considered decisions in an environment with multifaceted components.
- Promotion of efficiency of surgery, including maintenance of surgeon preferences.
- Concise, effective communication between multidisciplinary teams to ensure the best outcome for thepatient
Relief Acting Nurse Manager of Logistics & Consumables
Sunshine Coast University Hospital
01.2018 - 10.2022
- I have regularly acted in the role of Nurse Manager of Logistics and Consumables. This role has provided me with the opportunity to be involved in stock control, the processes of consignment agreements, and purchasing. It also provided a better understanding of departmental budgets and the TGA's control of therapeutic goods in Australia.
- Proficiency in Excel and Word.
- Development of relationships with company representatives for the efficient management of prosthesis and equipment within the operating theatres.
Acting Clinical Nurse Orthopaedics/Loan Kit Coordinator
Nambour General Hospital
01.2014 - 01.2017
- As the Loan kit co ordinator, I used my advanced Orthopaedic knowledge to assess, plan and implement Loan equipment, regulate the consignment instrumentation and stock control.
Registered Nurse
Nambour General Hospital, Orthopaedics
01.2008 - 01.2014
- During this employment period, I performed the Instrument/Circulating role for Orthopaedic surgery including Reconstructive Joint replacements, Trauma and Sports Medicine. Other areas include General Surgery, Obstectrics/Gynacology and Urology
Education
Bachelor of Nursing - Nursing
Queensland University of Technology
Brisbane Qld11.1995
Diploma of Legal Secretarial - Legal Studies
Lorraine Martin College
Brisbane12.1990
Skills
- Extensive product knowledge and clinical skills ensure a supportive environment for the Surgeon and Nursing staff
- Understand the importance of competitive and meta analysis when discussing our products with customers
- I am patient, have excellent communication skills and enjoy working as a member of the team and providing exceptional customer service
- I believe I have mutually respective relationships with all the surgeons and feel very comfortable communicating with them on a professional and personal level
- Possess excellent time management skills, self driven and professional
Referees
Helen Williams
Regional Sales Manager Qld - Reconstruction
Smith & Nephew Australia
0400656130
helen.williams@smith-nephew.com
Robert Symmons
Territory Manager Qld
Orthopaedics & Sports Medicine
Smith & Nephew Australia
0414773849
Robert.symmons@smith-nephew.com
Timeline
Clinical Support Representative
Smith & Nephew
10.2022 - Current
Relief Acting Nurse Manager of Logistics & Consumables
Sunshine Coast University Hospital
01.2018 - 10.2022
Clinical Nurse Orthopaedics
Sunshine Coast University Hospital
01.2017 - 10.2022
Acting Clinical Nurse Orthopaedics/Loan Kit Coordinator
Nambour General Hospital
01.2014 - 01.2017
Registered Nurse
Nambour General Hospital, Orthopaedics
01.2008 - 01.2014
Bachelor of Nursing - Nursing
Queensland University of Technology
Diploma of Legal Secretarial - Legal Studies
Lorraine Martin College
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