Karl Fergusson
Altona North,VIC
Summary
Adept Anesthesia Technologist with a proven track record at Royal Children’s Hospital, enhancing team productivity, maintaining critical equipment, and helping train both junior staff and anesthesia trainees. As a co-owner of our own brand, I facilitated the fiscal responsibilities and day-to-day management of bookkeeping.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Anaesthesia Technologist Royal Children's Hospital
Royal Children's Hospital
05.1999 - Current
- Mentored junior team members to enhance their technical skills and improve overall team productivity.
- Prepared and maintained the Anaesthetic environment for Anaesthetist and team.
- Ensured the preparation and maintenance of Anaesthetic equipment for procedures. Maintained monitoring equipment and transport equipment for optimal functionality.
- Collaborated effectively as part of the Peri-opp team for seamless operations.
- Managed stock levels to uphold a safe working environment.
Demonstrated strong teamwork skills and collaboration with other departments.
Co-owner, Havoc Denim, 2009 - 2016
Havoc Denim
02.2010 - 06.2016
- Managed day-to-day operations efficiently, ensuring smooth workflow and timely completion of tasks.
- Collaborated with co-owner on strategic planning initiatives for long-term business success.
- Oversaw financial management tasks, including budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow optimization.
- Managed inventory and shipping operations.
- Proficient in MYOB and PNL system for financial management
- Maintained compliance with industry regulations and legal requirements through diligent oversight of business practices.
- .Handled invoicing and billing operations efficiently.
Theatre Technician
Royal Woman's Hospital,
03.1997 - 05.1999
- Assisted in the setup of operating theatres, including attaching tables and equipment.
- Collaborated with surgical teams to ensure safe patient positioning for procedures.
- Provided crucial assistance to key stakeholders for smooth theatre operations.
- Transported necessary equipment to theatres as required.
- Mentored new team members for seamless integration into the theatre environment.
Education
Diploma of Paramedical Science. {Anaesthesia} - Anaesthesia Technology
Tafe Queensland
Brisbane, QLD05.2015
Associate Diploma - Associate Diploma of Health (Anaesthetic
Chisholm Institute
Frankston, VIC04.2000
Certificate III - Health Services Assistance (Operating Theatre Tech
Mayfield Education
Hawthorn, VIC02.1997
Skills
- -Problem-solving through logical reasoning with a practical hands-on approach
- Leadership abilities in organizing and prioritizing workflow for team efficiency
- Proficient in specialized anaesthesia care and equipment preparation in the perioperative setting
- Excellent communication skills, organization, reliability, and clinical expertise
- Strong interpersonal skills, adaptability, and conflict resolution capabilities
Accomplishments
- Successfully applied for a Federal government grant of $30000 for our Business Havoc Denim in 2014
- Won Best Black and white in a International Black and white photography magazine 2016
- Won Best landscape photos in Hobson Bay Council in 2021
Certification
- Certificate of Completion: 5-day OHS course for Health and Safety Representative and Supervisors, 2007, Holmesglen Institute of TAFE
- Certificate of Laser Safety, Health Pro, 1998, Austin Medical Centre
- Creative Photography Certificate, 2019, Photography Studies College
- Lighting and Studio Photography, 2014, RMIT
- People and Portrait photography 2012 RMIT
Additional Information
- Compassionate Caregiver
- Empathetic Listener
- Team Player
- Critical Thinker
- Strong Communicator
- Patient Advocate
- Problem Solver
- Cultural Competence
- Empathetic
Timeline
Co-owner, Havoc Denim, 2009 - 2016
Havoc Denim
02.2010 - 06.2016
Anaesthesia Technologist Royal Children's Hospital
Royal Children's Hospital
05.1999 - Current
Theatre Technician
Royal Woman's Hospital,
03.1997 - 05.1999
Diploma of Paramedical Science. {Anaesthesia} - Anaesthesia Technology
Tafe Queensland
Associate Diploma - Associate Diploma of Health (Anaesthetic
Chisholm Institute
Certificate III - Health Services Assistance (Operating Theatre Tech
Mayfield Education
- Certificate of Completion: 5-day OHS course for Health and Safety Representative and Supervisors, 2007, Holmesglen Institute of TAFE
- Certificate of Laser Safety, Health Pro, 1998, Austin Medical Centre
- Creative Photography Certificate, 2019, Photography Studies College
- Lighting and Studio Photography, 2014, RMIT
- People and Portrait photography 2012 RMIT
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