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S U MMARYADDITIONAL INFORMATIONBilingual, Trained in aseptic technique, familiar with operating room procedures, familiar with surgical instrumentation, knowledge of OR scheduling procedures, ability to multi-task, student preceptor, familiar with inventory ordering Excellent interpersonal skills, phone manner, and office etiquette Hardworking, energetic, and reliable; recognized for assuming additional responsibilities.People oriented with excellent interpersonal, oral and written communication skills. HIPAA trainedFocused CST, well versed in wide range of multiple procedures. Adept in quickly preparing surgical suites per procedure and surgeon instructions. Expertise in sterile and aseptic techniques. Board certified by National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting.Talented CST, with over 26 years' of experience in preparing, maintaining and anticipating instrument and procedure needs. Expertise in Vascular, Urology, Podiatry, Neurology, and other procedures. Proven leader focused on developing highly collaborative surgical support teams. Dynamic in teams and Communication.Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethics, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills. E X P E R I E N C ECertified Surgical Technologist (PRN)Care Revolutions Los Angeles, CA April 2018 - Current CSTMills Surgery Center Orlando, FL January 2023 - April 2024 Facilitated invasive, non-invasive, and minimally-invasive procedures by creating safe and functional operating room environmentsUsed hemostatic clamps, suture ligatures, and electrocautery equipment to control bleedingSet 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 proceduresClosed wounds using sutures, staples and other tools Cleaned and sterilized operating roomsUsed retractors, sponges and suctioning and irrigating equipment to create unobstructed operating fieldsUsed diagnostic equipment and monitored patients during procedures using specialized machinesLocal Travel Agency in Florida/Pick up shifts as needed/ No contract Set up equipment, tools and supplies for procedures and organize instruments as directed in surgeons' preference cards.Used hemostatic clamps, suture ligatures and electrocautery equipment to control S K I L L SBilingual, surgery preceptor,scheduler, BLSAseptic techniqueCustomer serviceInsuranceMeditech SystemEpic SystemNeurologyUrology'DaVinci RoboticsTrauma Level 2OrthopedicsRapportSchedulingSterile processingSurgeonSurgeryTroubleshootTypingE D U C A T I O N A N DT R A I N I N GBachelor of ScienceBusiness Administration AndManagementHerzing University, Orlando, FLExpected in August 2026Some College (No Degree)CertificateMeridian Institute of Surgical Assisting,Nashville, TNJanuary 2014 - January 2015Associate in Surgical TechnologistSurgical TechnologyDAYTONA STATE COLLEGE, DaytonaBeach, FlC O N T A C TPHONE NUMBER AVAILABLEEMAIL AVAILABLEDeBary, FL 32713Bold ProfileCSTAdventHealth Kidney Stone Center Orlando, FL October 2021 - December 2022 bleeding.Assisted surgeon by passing instruments and sterile supplies throughout operation. Reviewed surgical requirements and prepped operating room with appropriate tools, equipment and instruments.Organized equipment and instruments in alignment with surgical protocols and surgeon preferences.Maintained surgical areas and oversaw inventory management. Sterilized medical equipment and properly handled contaminated materials. Gathered and took inventory of equipment to confirm adequate supplies for surgery.Assessed procedure requirements and procured appropriate equipment and tools. Recounted surgical instruments and supplies at end of operation, eliminating chance of items left inside patient.Prepared day surgery and operating rooms for patients by ordering and stocking equipment and supplies.Maintained reusable surgical instrumentation and equipment, including decontamination, cleaning, sterilizing, storing and distributing. Organized and maintained unobstructed operative fields to foster immediate access to retractors and suctioning and irrigation equipment. Laid out all instruments, supplies and tools as directed by surgeons. Counted sponges, needles and instruments before and after operation. Maintained proper sterile field during surgical procedures. Prepared patients for surgery by positioning on operating table and covering with sterile surgical drapes to prevent exposure.Cleaned and restocked operating room, gathering and placing equipment and supplies.Handed instruments and supplies to surgeons and surgeons' assistants. Provided technical assistance to surgeons, surgical nurses or anesthesiologists. Prepared dressings or bandages, applying or assisting with application following surgery.Scrubbed arms and hands and assisted surgical team with scrubbing, masks and surgical clothing.Prepared, cared for and disposed of tissue specimens taken for laboratory analysis. Held instruments and quickly handed to surgeon during procedures. Addressed patient bleeding and applied sterile dressings to close wounds. Adhered to OSHA protocols when sterilizing instruments, discarding medical supplies and disposing of waste.Operated or monitored lights, machines or equipment to support proper operation.Observed patients' vital signs to assess physical condition. Set up equipment, tools and supplies for procedures and organize instruments as directed in surgeons' preference cards.Used retractors, sponges and suctioning and irrigating equipment to create unobstructed operating fields.Used hemostatic clamps, suture ligatures and electrocautery equipment to control bleeding.Assisted surgeon by passing instruments and sterile supplies throughout operation. Reviewed surgical requirements and prepped operating room with appropriate tools, equipment and instruments.Organized equipment and instruments in alignment with surgical protocols and surgeon preferences.Assessed procedure requirements and procured appropriate equipment and tools. January 1997C E R T I F I C A T I O N SCertified Surgical Technologist7/20/2023 to 7/20/2025 Certificate#143544L A N G U A G E SEnglish:Native/ BilingualSpanish:Native/ BilingualCSTLake Mary Surgery Center Lake Mary, FL March 2016 - August 2017 Recounted surgical instruments and supplies at end of operation, eliminating chance of items left inside patient.Collaborated with vendors and service providers to coordinate required services and equipment.Laid out all instruments, supplies and tools as directed by surgeons. Maintained proper sterile field during surgical procedures. Prepared patients for surgery by positioning on operating table and covering with sterile surgical drapes to prevent exposure.Cleaned and restocked operating room, gathering and placing equipment and supplies.Provided technical assistance to surgeons, surgical nurses or anesthesiologists. Prepared dressings or bandages, applying or assisting with application following surgery.Scrubbed arms and hands and assisted surgical team with scrubbing, masks and surgical clothing.Held instruments and quickly handed to surgeon during procedures. Addressed patient bleeding and applied sterile dressings to close wounds. Adhered to OSHA protocols when sterilizing instruments, discarding medical supplies and disposing of waste.Operated or monitored lights, machines or equipment to support proper operation.PreceptorSet up equipment, tools and supplies for procedures and organize instruments as directed in surgeons' preference cards.Used retractors, sponges and suctioning and irrigating equipment to create unobstructed operating fields.Used hemostatic clamps, suture ligatures and electrocautery equipment to control bleeding.Assisted surgeon by passing instruments and sterile supplies throughout operation. Reviewed surgical requirements and prepped operating room with appropriate tools, equipment and instruments.Organized equipment and instruments in alignment with surgical protocols and surgeon preferences.Maintained surgical areas and oversaw inventory management. Sterilized medical equipment and properly handled contaminated materials. Gathered and took inventory of equipment to confirm adequate supplies for surgery.Assessed procedure requirements and procured appropriate equipment and tools. Recounted surgical instruments and supplies at end of operation, eliminating chance of items left inside patient.Collaborated with vendors and service providers to coordinate required services and equipment.Prepared day surgery and operating rooms for patients by ordering and stocking equipment and supplies.Maintained reusable surgical instrumentation and equipment, including decontamination, cleaning, sterilizing, storing and distributing. Laid out all instruments, supplies and tools as directed by surgeons. Organized and maintained unobstructed operative fields to foster immediate access to retractors and suctioning and irrigation equipment. Maintained proper sterile field during surgical procedures. Cleaned and restocked operating room, gathering and placing equipment and supplies.Surgical Technologist- Lead TechCentral Florida Regional Hospital Sanford, FL June 2000 - October 2015 Secretary/ReceptionistWorld Trade Center New York, NY September 1984 - May 1988 Prepared patients for surgery by positioning on operating table and covering with sterile surgical drapes to prevent exposure.Provided technical assistance to surgeons, surgical nurses or anesthesiologists. Prepared dressings or bandages, applying or assisting with application following surgery.Held instruments and quickly handed to surgeon during procedures. Prepared, cared for and disposed of tissue specimens taken for laboratory analysis. Washed and sterilized equipment using germicides and sterilizers. Adhered to OSHA protocols when sterilizing instruments, discarding medical supplies and disposing of waste.Obtained & inspected surgical instruments needed for each procedure. Assisted in gowning and gloving of surgeon, assistant, etc. Adhered to strict aseptic technique.Assured that all equipment & supplies were available for each surgical procedure. Handled specimen in accordance with established OR procedures. Performed counts of instruments, sharps & sponges with circulating nurse in accordance with established OR procedures.Removed instruments from operating room & returned to sterile processing. Assisted in room turn over for following procedure(s). Operated and troubleshoot complex medical equipment. Assisted in various surgical procedures including orthopedics, neurology, peripheral vascular, OBGYN, and general surgery.Interact with outside physicians' offices in scheduling patients surgical procedures. Navigate through confidential patient information using Meditech System. Verify and enter patient insurance information as needed. Run daily OR Schedules and Cath Lab reports.File OR implant records.Scheduling Coordinator.Lead Tech/ PreceptorTyping, customer service, exchanging currency, computer skills Accomplishments Mental growth.A C T I V I T I E S A N D H O N O R SAssociation of Surgical Technologist February 2014 to Present Member #13055 A D D I T I O N A L I N F O R M A T I O NAuthorized to work in the US for any employerAWARDS, Health stream awards MULTIPLEA C T I V I T I E S A N D H O N O R SG.P.A. 3.8Made President's List twice and Dean's List (2019) |
