Surgical Technician Resume Example Central Texas Veterinary Specialty Hospital LLC

SURGICAL TECHNICIAN

Summary

Motivated technician adept at handling instruments, supplies, and equipment for non-invasive to minimally invasive procedures. Well versed in all operating room activities with a commitment to upholding the highest standard of sterile technique during procedures. Excited to bring 10years background to growing organization.

Methodical vet tech with expertise in anticipating surgeons' needs and assisting with non-invasive and invasive surgical procedures. Offering more than 5 years of experience with large healthcare organization.

Skills

Great with clients and animals

Preparing for surgeries
Spanish writing

Punctual
Creative thinking
Great with clients and patients

Experience

Central Texas Veterinary Specialty Hospital LLC | Round Rock , TXSurgical Technician09/2018 - Current

Closed wounds using sutures, staples and other tools.
Used retractors, sponges and suctioning and irrigating equipment to create unobstructed operating fields.
Counted and recorded sponges, instruments, and needles at beginning and end of surgical procedures.
Used hemostatic clamps, suture ligatures, and electrocautery equipment to control bleeding.
Used diagnostic equipment and monitored patients during procedures using specialized machines.
Set up equipment, tools and supplies needed for procedures and organize instruments as directed in surgeons' preference cards.
Handed instruments and supplies to surgeons during procedures.
Collected and prepared tissue specimens for laboratory analysis.
Facilitated invasive, non-invasive, and minimally-invasive procedures by creating safe and functional operating room environments.
Cleaned and sterilized operating rooms.
Analyzed patient chart data and identification to verify accurate information.
Prepared day surgery and operating rooms for patients by ordering and stocking equipment and supplies.
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.
Trained [Number] staff members on operating room procedures, infection control and over safety and functionality procedures.
Adhered to OSHA protocols when sterilizing instruments, discarding medical supplies and disposing of waste.
Performed various tasks, which included assisting with reductions and administering pain injections.
Reviewed surgical requirements and prepped operating room with appropriate tools, equipment and instruments.

White Rock Veterinary and exotic hospital | Pflugerville , TXMedical Receptionist08/2017 - 09/2018

Answered phone calls to provide assistance, information and medical personnel access to maximize office efficiency.
Scheduled and confirmed patient appointments for diagnostic, surgical and consultation services.
Compiled physical and digital documents, charts and reports to meet business and patient need.
Supported administrative and healthcare staff, providing order fulfillment and inventory management services to ease operations.
Conducted patient intake interviews to collect medical information and insurance details.
Updated group medical records and technical library to support smooth office operations.
Prepared and sent financial statements to support bookkeeping functions.
Scheduled and followed up on patient appointments, collected and processed patient payments and maintained patient files.
Communicated with all partners throughout practice, including physicians, nursing staff, technicians and medical assistants.
Greeted callers with enthusiasm, answering all phone calls by second ring.
Delivered high-quality administrative and customer service to sustain patient and work flows.
Informed patients of financial responsibilities prior to rendering services.
Processed patient payments and scanned identification and insurance cards.
Pleasantly greeted each patient and offered the desk sheet for easy sign-in.
Entered patient information including insurance, demographic and health history into the system to keep all records up-to-date
Answered multi-line phone system and directed callers to requested personnel and departments.
Straightened up the waiting room so that it remained neat and organized.
Took messages from patients and promptly relayed to appropriate staff.
Handled all office supply ordering including ink cartridges, toner and paper

Lakeway Veterinary Hospital | Austin , TXKennel Manager08/2010 - 08/2017

Handled all animal intakes, including conducting basic medical examinations.
Adhered to budget requirements in order to maximize effectiveness of available funds.
Recruited, managed and motivated both paid staff and volunteers to handle needs of [Number] animals.
Supervised care of up to [Number][Type] animals, including preparing food, cleaning enclosures and administering important medicine.
Held daily department meetings to discuss operational changes and implement new policies.
Prepared and maintained time and payroll reports, adding details on personnel actions such as performance evaluations, hires, promotions and disciplinary actions.
Trained employees in customer relations strategies and animal handling protocols, facilitating optimal public interest and support.
Read inventory records, customer orders and shipping schedules to determine required activities.
Improved operations by working with team members and customers to find workable solutions.

Education and Training

Lake Travis High School | Austin, TXHigh School Diploma05/2005

Austin Community College | Austin, TXSome College (No Degree) in Psychology

Austin Community College | Austin, TXSome College (No Degree) in Radiation Biology

Resume Overview

Companies Worked For:

Central Texas Veterinary Specialty Hospital LLC
White Rock Veterinary and exotic hospital
Lakeway Veterinary Hospital

School Attended

Lake Travis High School
Austin Community College

Job Titles Held:

Surgical Technician
Medical Receptionist
Kennel Manager

Degrees

High School Diploma
Some College (No Degree) in Psychology
Some College (No Degree) in Radiation Biology

Surgical Technician Resume Example

Resume Score: 80%

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