Surgical Technician with 9+ years of experience assisting surgeons and anesthesiologists, as well as coordinating complex medical operations. Solid understanding of surgery preparation procedures, supplies and instruments, and urgent patient care. Able to perform under pressure and with an eye for anticipating the needs of the performing surgeon.
Professional Experience
Surgical Technician
HCA AMBULATORY SURGERY DIVISION, Queens, NY
November 2016–Present
- Ensure all specimens taken before and during procedures are labeled correctly before documenting all reports and recording data in the ambulatory software system
- Provide recommendations on the use of surgical equipment, check instruments for sterility and functionality, and coordinate supply replacements as needed
- Act as the first assistant to the surgeon in the absence of RNFA, responding to emergency calls and urgent surgical cases
- Plan and direct the work of 6 junior surgical technicians, discussing the requirements of each procedure with other surgical professionals and ensuring all supplies and equipment are available before the operation
- Boosted team’s efficiency by 28% within the first year by coordinating requirements, procedural tasks, and postoperative patient care with physicians and licensed nurses ahead of surgical operations
Surgical Technology Assistant
RUTHERFORD MEDICAL GROUP, Salt Lake, UT
June 2013–October 2016
- Processed 30–40 boxes of weekly incoming equipment supplies, restocked the operating room, and arranged new tools according to the given instructions
- Increased patient safety score by 18% by configuring surgical operating equipment ahead of time and suggesting new maintenance solutions to prevent damage
- Assessed the operating room schedule to ensure availability of all supplies and equipment before each procedure, including the counting sponges and needles
- Prepared patients for surgery by washing and sterilizing incision sites, accompanied them to the operating room, and covered them with sterile drapes as they waited for the chief surgeon to begin the operation
Education
WEBER STATE UNIVERSITY, Ogden, UT
May 2013
Associate of Arts in Medical Laboratory Technology (MLT), Honors: High Honors (GPA: 3.8/4.0)
Additional Skills
- Computer: MS Office (Word, Excel), EHR software, eClinicalWorks software
- Professional: Patient interaction, diagnostic procedures, collaboration, attention to detail, operating skills, medical terminology, multitasking, communication, leadership