Driven Surgical Technologist offering 8 years' experience in ambulatory and hospital settings. Well-versed in total joint replacement, general surgery, Endoscopy, podiatry, C- sections,Gynecological,Robotic and plastic surgery procedures. Proven leader and quick study when it comes to new and developing total joint replacement programs and procedures. Eager to learn and educate staff on new policies, procedures and equipment. Eager to take next career step with growing organization offering opportunities for professional development and advancement.
Skills
Pre-surgical preparation
Biohazardous waste disposal
Pre- and post-surgical counts
Infection control protocols
Suturing
Wound Dressing
Passing surgical instruments
Setting up and operating equipment
Direct patient care
Infection control and aseptic procedures
Work History
Certified Surgical Technologist, 12/2014 - 04/2016 Dupage Medical Group – Geneva, IL,
Anticipated surgeons needs and handed instruments and supplies to surgeons during procedures
Created and maintained unobstructed operative fields using a wide range of tools, including retractors, sponges and suctioning and irrigation equipment
Gathered and set up equipment, tools and supplies and arrange instruments according to surgeons’ preferences or instruction
Provided scrubbing surgical assistance and support to surgeons during general, and organ transplant procedures
Certified Surgical Technologist, 03/2017 - 08/2019 Dupage Medical Group – Elgin, IL,
Prepared instruments for terminal sterilization and reset surgical suites for next procedure.
Controlled bleeding during procedures by applying hemostatic clamps, suture ligatures, and electrocautery equipment.
Delivered exemplary assistance and support to surgeons during general, gynecological, orthopedic, neurological and plastic surgery procedures.
Managed operating room setup by cleaning and sterilizing instruments and surfaces, maintaining supply inventories and organizing surgical tools.
Collected, prepared, and disposed of medical specimens.
Gathered and set up equipment, tools and supplies and arrange instruments according to surgeons' preferences or instruction.
Anticipated surgeons needs and handed instruments and supplies to surgeons during procedures.
Created safe operating environments for invasive and non-invasive procedures.
Created unobstructive operative fields by using retractors, sponges, and suction and irrigating equipment.
Setup operating and surgery rooms by preparing equipment and supplies for upcoming procedures.
Operated, adjusted, and monitored diagnostic equipment and other machines used during procedures.
Performed and documented pre-surgery and post-surgery sponge, instrument, and needle count.
Supported surgeons during cosmetic surgeries, gynecological and orthopedic procedures and general.
CST, 11/2019 - 03/2020 Dean Health – Neenah, WI,
Prepared instruments for terminal sterilization and reset surgical suites for next procedure.
Controlled bleeding during procedures by applying hemostatic clamps, suture ligatures, and electrocautery equipment.
Managed operating room setup by cleaning and sterilizing instruments and surfaces, maintaining supply inventories and organizing surgical tools.
Gathered and set up equipment, tools and supplies and arrange instruments according to surgeons' preferences or instruction.
Created unobstructive operative fields by using retractors, sponges, and suction and irrigating equipment.
Delivered exemplary assistance and support to surgeons during general, gynecological, orthopedic, and plastic surgery procedures.
Operated, adjusted, and monitored diagnostic equipment and other machines used during procedures.
Anticipated surgeons needs and handed instruments and supplies to surgeons during procedures.
Created safe operating environments for invasive and non-invasive procedures.
Collected, prepared, and disposed of medical specimens.
CST, 02/2021 - 04/2021 Dean Health – Salem, IL,
Controlled bleeding during procedures by applying hemostatic clamps, suture ligatures, and electrocautery equipment.
Prepared instruments for terminal sterilization and reset surgical suites for next procedure.
Managed operating room setup by cleaning and sterilizing instruments and surfaces, maintaining supply inventories and organizing surgical tools.
Created safe operating environments for invasive and non-invasive procedures.
Delivered exemplary assistance and support to surgeons during general, gynecological, orthopedic, and plastic surgery procedures.
Created unobstructive operative fields by using retractors, sponges, and suction and irrigating equipment.
Used sutures, staples, clips and other tools to close wounds.
Anticipated surgeons needs and handed instruments and supplies to surgeons during procedures.
Gathered and set up equipment, tools and supplies and arrange instruments according to surgeons' preferences or instruction.
Operated, adjusted, and monitored diagnostic equipment and other machines used during procedures.
Collected, prepared, and disposed of medical specimens.
Performed and documented pre-surgery and post-surgery sponge, instrument, and needle count.
Evaluated procedure needs and set up equipment, tools, supplies and instruments.
Maintained high infection control standards.
Certified Surgical Technologist, 12/2021 - 03/2022 Company Name – City, State,
Anticipated surgeons needs and handed instruments and supplies to surgeons during procedures.
Gathered and set up equipment, tools and supplies and arrange instruments according to surgeons' preferences or instruction.
Created safe operating environments for invasive and non-invasive procedures.
Collected, prepared, and disposed of medical specimens.
Prepared instruments for terminal sterilization and reset surgical suites for next procedure.
Created unobstructive operative fields by using retractors, sponges, and suction and irrigating equipment.
Setup operating and surgery rooms by preparing equipment and supplies for upcoming procedures.
Evaluated procedure needs and set up equipment, tools, supplies and instruments.
Certified Surgical Technologist, 04/2022 - 07/2022 Company Name – City, State,
Anticipated surgeons needs and handed instruments and supplies to surgeons during procedures.
Gathered and set up equipment, tools and supplies and arrange instruments according to surgeons' preferences or instruction.
Created safe operating environments for invasive and non-invasive procedures.
Collected, prepared, and disposed of medical specimens.
Prepared instruments for terminal sterilization and reset surgical suites for next procedure.
Created unobstructive operative fields by using retractors, sponges, and suction and irrigating equipment.
Performed and documented pre-surgery and post-surgery sponge, instrument, and needle count.
Setup operating and surgery rooms by preparing equipment and supplies for upcoming procedures.
Evaluated procedure needs and set up equipment, tools, supplies and instruments.
Certified Surgical Technologist, 07/2022 - Current Company Name – City, State,
Anticipated surgeons needs and handed instruments and supplies to surgeons during procedures.
Gathered and set up equipment, tools and supplies and arrange instruments according to surgeons' preferences or instruction.
Created safe operating environments for invasive and non-invasive procedures.
Collected, prepared, and disposed of medical specimens.
Performed and documented pre-surgery and post-surgery sponge, instrument, and needle count.
Prepared instruments for terminal sterilization and reset surgical suites for next procedure.
Education
: Surgical Technology, Expected in - Concorde Career College - Memphis, TN GPA:
Graduated with 3.4 GPA
Continuing education in Nursing
Bachelor of Science: Nursing, Expected in - Union University - Jackson, TN GPA:
Currently enrolled in Accelerated BSN,RN nursing program at Union university
Anticipated Graduation date Spring 2025
Certifications
Board certified by National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA)
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