Versatile Surgical Technologist bringing over 6 years' experience to growing hospital. Highly proficient in various surgical procedures with success in contributing to the achievement of high patient outcome targets. Skilled in all elements of operating room setup, including inventory management, aseptic techniques and preparing patients for procedures. Currently pursuing board certification. Organized and motivated employee eager to apply time management and organizational skills in various environments. Seeking entry-level opportunities to expand skills while facilitating company growth.
Skills
Aseptic and Sterilization Techniques
Passing Surgical Tools
HIPAA Proficiency
Disposing of Biohazardous Waste
Equipment Set up and Operation
Preparing for Surgeries
Safely Disposing of Needles
Verbal and Written Communication
Critical Thinking
Sterile Field Preparation
Attention to Detail
Calm Under Pressure
Assisting Surgical Team
Specimen Preparation
Patient Positioning
OB/GYN Procedures
Wound Dressing Techniques
Infection Control
Surgical Counts
Dressing Wounds
Workplace Safety
Basic Life Support
Experience
02/2022 to Current
Labor and Delivery Surgical TechnologistLabcorp – Rancho Santa Margarita, CA,
Maintained reusable surgical instrumentation and equipment, including decontamination, cleaning, sterilizing, storing and distributing.
Prepared, cared for and disposed of tissue specimens taken for laboratory analysis.
Scrubbed arms and hands and assisted surgical team with scrubbing, masks and surgical clothing.
Held instruments and quickly handed to surgeon during procedures.
Used hemostatic clamps, suture ligatures and electrocautery equipment to control bleeding.
Counted sponges, needles and instruments before and after operation.
Adhered to OSHA protocols when sterilizing instruments, discarding medical supplies and disposing of waste.
Used retractors, sponges and suctioning and irrigating equipment to create unobstructed operating fields.
Handed instruments and supplies to surgeons and surgeons' assistants.
01/2020 to 02/2021
Labor and Delivery Surgical TechnologistLabcorp – Redmond, OR,
Collaborated with operating room staff to cultivate efficiency and prepare for scheduled and emergency procedures.
Maintained reusable surgical instrumentation and equipment, including decontamination, cleaning, sterilizing, storing and distributing.
Observed patients' vital signs to assess physical condition.
Assisted surgeon with patient preparation for total joint replacement procedures.
Prepared dressings or bandages, applying or assisting with application following surgery.
Prepared patients for surgery by positioning on operating table and covering with sterile surgical drapes to prevent exposure.
Scrubbed arms and hands and assisted surgical team with scrubbing, masks and surgical clothing.
Held instruments and quickly handed to surgeon during procedures.
Sterilized medical equipment and properly handled contaminated materials.
Washed and sterilized equipment using germicides and sterilizers.
Used hemostatic clamps, suture ligatures and electrocautery equipment to control bleeding.
Maintained proper sterile field during surgical procedures.
Reviewed surgical requirements and prepped operating room with appropriate tools, equipment and instruments.
Counted sponges, needles and instruments before and after operation.
Gathered and took inventory of equipment to confirm adequate supplies for surgery.
Used retractors, sponges and suctioning and irrigating equipment to create unobstructed operating fields.
Handed instruments and supplies to surgeons and surgeons' assistants.
Prepared day surgery and operating rooms for patients by ordering and stocking equipment and supplies.
Operated or monitored lights, machines or equipment to support proper operation.
Addressed patient bleeding and applied sterile dressings to close wounds.
Set up equipment, tools and supplies for procedures and organize instruments as directed in surgeons' preference cards.
Provided technical assistance to surgeons, surgical nurses or anesthesiologists.
Maintained surgical areas and oversaw inventory management.
Adhered to OSHA protocols when sterilizing instruments, discarding medical supplies and disposing of waste.
Assessed procedure requirements and procured appropriate equipment and tools.
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