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Vanessa is a dedicated healthcare professional with a background in theatre support, surgical ward care, and community volunteering. She brings excellent communication, planning, and interpersonal skills, and is experienced in working both as part of a team and independently using her own initiative. She is flexible, adaptable, and committed to treating all individuals with dignity and respect.
Indang Village (Volunteer)
Volunteer Community Carer·Mar 2003 – Present
Volunteered as a community carer for elderly individuals, organising and leading weekend activities and accompanying the clients on day trips to beaches, shopping centres, and restaurants. Focused on supporting the overall comfort, well-being, and independence of service users. Gained foundational skills in person-centred care and community support.
Onewelbeck
Theatre Support / Circulating Staff·Jul 2023 – Dec 2023
Provided theatre support by assisting surgeons and consultants during patient surgery and diagnostic examinations. As part of the circulating staff, observed the surgical team to ensure all proper regulations were followed and supplied the team with necessary equipment. Preparatory duties also took place before patients entered the operating room.
Blackheath Hospital (Circle Health Group)
Theatre Staff / Circulating Staff·Jul 2019 – Jun 2023
Provided theatre and endoscopy support, assisting scrub nurses, endoscopists, and surgeons during patient surgery and diagnostic examinations. As a circulating staff member, ensured all surgical regulations were adhered to and that the team had the necessary equipment throughout procedures. Responsibilities also extended to pre-operative preparation prior to patients entering the operating room.
Blackheath Hospital, BMI (Private Hospital)
Administration Assistant / Healthcare Assistant·Jan 2014 – Jul 2019
Worked on the surgical ward managing clerical duties, patient admissions, and administrative support. Responsibilities included monitoring and recording vital signs for patients in the ward. Provided a high standard of care and administrative assistance in a busy private hospital environment.
Unciano Medical College, Philippines
Bachelor of Science·2004 – 2008
San Juan National High School, Philippines
Secondary School·2000 – 2004
No additional qualifications provided
SGS International Ltd
Customer Support Representative·Jan 2012 – Dec 2014
Handled customer enquiries and provided support regarding the company's services, including money transfer, phone line top-up services, and marketing. Delivered effective communication and problem-solving to ensure customer satisfaction. Developed strong interpersonal and communication skills in a fast-paced service environment.
Private client
Maternity Leave and Childcare·2009 – 2011
Undertook a period of maternity leave and full-time childcare responsibilities.
Goldeast Development and Management Corp.
Customer Support / Marketing Assistant·May 2006 – Dec 2008
Provided customer support and marketing assistance within the real estate sector, effectively communicating ideas and information to clients and finding solutions for their property needs. Developed strong interpersonal, planning, and management skills in a professional corporate environment.