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Jessica Claire
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Summary

Seasoned [Job Title] with more than [Number] years of success in supporting surgeons during a wide range of surgical procedures, including [Example], [Example] and [Example]. Proficient in quickly setting up and breaking down surgical suites for assigned cases to sustain patient flows.

Skills
  • Surgical counts
  • Preparing for surgeries
  • Passing surgical tools
  • Disposing of biohazardous waste
  • Transporting patients
  • Safely disposing of needles
  • HIPAA proficiency
  • Collecting medical specimens
  • Suturing wounds
  • Dressing wounds
  • Aseptic and sterilization techniques
  • Workplace safety
  • Equipment set up and operation
  • First Aid/CPR
  • Critical thinking
Experience
Surgical Technician, 04/2012 - Current
Danbury Health Systems Rhinebeck, NY,
  • Handed instruments and supplies to surgeons during procedures.
  • Cleaned and sterilized operating rooms.
  • Set up equipment, tools and supplies needed for procedures and organize instruments as directed in surgeons' preference cards.
  • Collected and prepared tissue specimens for laboratory analysis.
  • Effectively supported surgeons in fast-paced healthcare environments, resulting in better patient care and less pain medication post-surgery.
  • Maintained reusable surgical instrumentation and equipment, including decontamination, cleaning, sterilizing, storing and distributing.
  • Adhered to OSHA protocols when sterilizing instruments, discarding medical supplies and disposing of waste.
  • Reviewed surgical requirements and prepped operating room with appropriate tools, equipment and instruments.
  • Prepared day surgery and operating rooms for patients by ordering and stocking equipment and supplies.
  • Trained [Number] staff members on operating room procedures, infection control and over safety and functionality procedures.
Certified Surgical Technician, 05/1997 - 05/2010
Catholic Health Initiative Stockton, CA,
  • Collected and prepared tissue specimens for laboratory analysis.
  • Used retractors, sponges and suctioning and irrigating equipment to create unobstructed operating fields.
  • Cleaned and sterilized operating rooms.
  • Counted and recorded sponges, instruments, and needles at beginning and end of surgical procedures.
  • Closed wounds using sutures, staples and other tools.
  • 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.
  • Used hemostatic clamps, suture ligatures, and electrocautery equipment to control bleeding.
  • Facilitated invasive, non-invasive, and minimally-invasive procedures by creating safe and functional operating room environments.
  • Handed instruments and supplies to surgeons during procedures.
  • Analyzed patient chart data and identification to verify accurate information.
  • Effectively supported surgeons in fast-paced healthcare environments, resulting in better patient care and less pain medication post-surgery.
  • Prepared day surgery and operating rooms for patients by ordering and stocking equipment and supplies.
  • Assisted surgeon with patient preparation for total joint replacement procedures.
  • Trained [Number] staff members on operating room procedures, infection control and over safety and functionality procedures.
  • 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.
  • Adhered to OSHA protocols when sterilizing instruments, discarding medical supplies and disposing of waste.
  • Maintained reusable surgical instrumentation and equipment, including decontamination, cleaning, sterilizing, storing and distributing.
  • Collaborated with operating room staff to cultivate efficiency and prepare for scheduled and emergency procedures.
Certified Surgical Technician, 05/2000 - 04/2010
Catholic Health Initiative Bellevue, NE,
  • Collected and prepared tissue specimens for laboratory analysis.
  • Used retractors, sponges and suctioning and irrigating equipment to create unobstructed operating fields.
  • Cleaned and sterilized operating rooms.
  • Counted and recorded sponges, instruments, and needles at beginning and end of surgical procedures.
  • Closed wounds using sutures, staples and other tools.
  • 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.
  • Used hemostatic clamps, suture ligatures, and electrocautery equipment to control bleeding.
  • Facilitated invasive, non-invasive, and minimally-invasive procedures by creating safe and functional operating room environments.
  • Handed instruments and supplies to surgeons during procedures.
  • Analyzed patient chart data and identification to verify accurate information.
  • Effectively supported surgeons in fast-paced healthcare environments, resulting in better patient care and less pain medication post-surgery.
  • Prepared day surgery and operating rooms for patients by ordering and stocking equipment and supplies.
  • Assisted surgeon with patient preparation for total joint replacement procedures.
  • Trained [Number] staff members on operating room procedures, infection control and over safety and functionality procedures.
  • 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.
  • Adhered to OSHA protocols when sterilizing instruments, discarding medical supplies and disposing of waste.
  • Maintained reusable surgical instrumentation and equipment, including decontamination, cleaning, sterilizing, storing and distributing.
  • Collaborated with operating room staff to cultivate efficiency and prepare for scheduled and emergency procedures.
Certified Surgical Technologist, 07/1988 - 03/1997
Ascension (System Office) Cedarburg, WI,
  • Facilitated invasive, non-invasive, and minimally-invasive procedures by creating safe and functional operating room environments.
  • Closed wounds using sutures, staples and other tools.
  • Counted and recorded sponges, instruments, and needles at beginning and end of surgical procedures.
  • Cleaned and sterilized operating rooms.
  • Handed instruments and supplies to surgeons during procedures.
  • Collected and prepared tissue specimens for laboratory analysis.
  • Used hemostatic clamps, suture ligatures, and electrocautery equipment to control bleeding.
  • Set up equipment, tools and supplies needed for procedures and organize instruments as directed in surgeons' preference cards.
  • Used diagnostic equipment and monitored patients during procedures using specialized machines.
  • Used retractors, sponges and suctioning and irrigating equipment to create unobstructed operating fields.
  • Collaborated with operating room staff to cultivate efficiency and prepare for scheduled and emergency procedures.
  • Performed various tasks, which included assisting with reductions and administering pain injections.
  • Trained [Number] staff members on operating room procedures, infection control and over safety and functionality procedures.
  • Reviewed surgical requirements and prepped operating room with appropriate tools, equipment and instruments.
  • Maintained reusable surgical instrumentation and equipment, including decontamination, cleaning, sterilizing, storing and distributing.
  • Adhered to OSHA protocols when sterilizing instruments, discarding medical supplies and disposing of waste.
  • Adhered to infection control standards and reported any hazards.
  • Laid out all instruments, supplies and tools as directed by surgeons.
Education and Training
Associate of Science: Surgical Technology, Expected in 05/1988
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West Kentucky Community And Technical College - Paducah, KY
GPA:
: , Expected in
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St Mary High School - Paducah, KY
GPA:

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School Attended

  • West Kentucky Community And Technical College
  • St Mary High School

Job Titles Held:

  • Surgical Technician
  • Certified Surgical Technician
  • Certified Surgical Technician
  • Certified Surgical Technologist

Degrees

  • Associate of Science

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