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.
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