surgical technologist resume example with 5+ years of experience
JessicaClaire
Montgomery Street, San Francisco, CAXXX05(555) 432-1000, resumesample@example.com
Summary
Enthusiastic individual with superior skills in working in both team-based and independent capacities. Bringing strong work ethic and excellent organizational skills to any setting. Excited to begin new challenge with successful team.
Motivated surgical technologist 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.
Skills
Preparing for surgeries
HIPAA proficiency
Equipment set up and operation
Safely disposing of needles
Aseptic and sterilization techniques
Disposing of biohazardous waste
Passing surgical tools
Surgical counts
Electronic medical records management
Organization
First Aid/CPR
Customer service
Experience
06/2020 to 07/2020Surgical TechnologistBryanlgh Medical Center | Central City, NE,
Effectively supported surgeons in fast-paced healthcare environments, resulting in better patient care.
Set up equipment, tools and supplies needed for procedures and organize instruments as directed in surgeons' preference cards.
Counted and recorded sponges, instruments, and needles at beginning and end of surgical procedures.
Used retractors, sponges and suctioning and irrigating equipment to create unobstructed operating fields.
Facilitated invasive, non-invasive, and minimally-invasive procedures by creating safe and functional operating room environments.
Collaborated with operating room staff to cultivate efficiency and prepare for scheduled and emergency 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.
Organized and maintained unobstructed operative fields to foster immediate access to retractors and suctioning and irrigation equipment.
Collected and prepared tissue specimens for laboratory analysis.
Handed instruments and supplies to surgeons during procedures.
Assessed procedure requirements and procured appropriate equipment and tools.
01/2020 to 03/2020Surgical TechnologistBryanlgh Medical Center | Crete, NE,
Set up equipment, tools and supplies needed for procedures and organize instruments as directed in surgeons' preference cards.
Counted and recorded sponges, instruments, and needles at beginning and end of surgical procedures.
Used retractors, sponges and suctioning and irrigating equipment to create unobstructed operating fields.
Facilitated invasive, non-invasive, and minimally-invasive procedures by creating safe and functional operating room environments.
Collaborated with operating room staff to cultivate efficiency and prepare for scheduled and emergency 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.
Organized and maintained unobstructed operative fields to foster immediate access to retractors and suctioning and irrigation equipment.
Collected and prepared tissue specimens for laboratory analysis.
Handed instruments and supplies to surgeons during procedures.
Worked with internal departments and personnel to ensure availability of instruments and equipment.
Assessed procedure requirements and procured appropriate equipment and tools.
05/2017 to 03/2020ReceptionistSunrise Senior Living | Santa Clarita, CA,
Managed all front desk operations for busy high-volume cardiologist office.
Maximized office efficiency by answering more than 100 incoming calls per day to provide office information and transfer calls to desired personal.
Pleasantly greeted each patient and offered the desk sheet for easy sign-in.
Compiled physical and digital paperwork to meet business and patient needs, including charts, reports and correspondence.
Entered patient information including insurance, demographic and health history into the system to ensure that all records were up-to-date
Scheduled and confirmed patient appointments for diagnostic, surgical and consultation services in busy Cardiologist office with 3 providers.
Collected and processed patient payments and maintained patient files.
Observed strict HIPAA guidelines at all times according to company policy.
Took messages from patients and promptly relayed to appropriate staff.
Communicated with all partners throughout the practice including physicians, nursing staff, technicians and medical assistants.
07/2014 to 02/2017ReceptionistSunrise Senior Living | Tuckahoe, VA,
Observed strict HIPAA guidelines at all times according to company policy.
Scheduled and confirmed patient appointments for diagnostic, surgical and consultation services in busy Cardiologist office with 4 providers.
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 ensure that all records were up-to-date
Processed patient payments and scanned identification and insurance cards.
Informed patients of financial responsibilities prior to rendering services.
Scheduled and followed up on patient appointments, collected and processed patient payments and maintained patient files.
Straightened up the waiting room so that it remained neat and organized.
Education and Training
Expected in 07/2020 to to Surgical Tecnologist | Suncoast Technical College, Sarasota, FLGPA:
Expected in 05/2007 to to High School Diploma | Lakewood Ranch Highschool, Bradenton, FL, GPA:
Expected in 05/2010 to to Associate of Applied Science | State College of Florida, Manatee-Sarasota, Bradenton, FLGPA:
Certifications
Board certified by National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA) as of July 17th, 2020.
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