Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Languages
Certification
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Alexa Barraza

Lubbock,TX

Summary

Efficient and focused professional in healthcare support, known for high productivity and ability to complete tasks swiftly and accurately. Possess specialized skills in surgical instrumentation, sterilization techniques, and operating room protocols. Excel in teamwork, communication, and adaptability, ensuring seamless support during surgical procedures. I am ambitious and open to learning new things that will extend my knowledge to further my career. Also, I am a very fast, hands-on learner. I have excellent communication and verbal skills in English and Spanish.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Surgical Technologist

Lubbock Heart & Surgical hospital
Lubbock, Texas
08.2024 - Current
  • Monitored sterilization process for surgical instruments or equipment used during procedures.
  • Assisted in positioning patients on operating table and covered them with sterile drapes.
  • Observed aseptic technique and infection control protocols at all times.
  • Received specimens from pathology laboratory for examination by surgeon during operation.
  • Communicated effectively with surgeons, nurses, anesthesiologists, and scrub techs while performing duties in the OR environment.
  • Assisted in the application of wound dressings, casts, and other medical devices.
  • Prepared and maintained sterile field for surgical procedures.
  • Ensured all necessary equipment was available for each procedure.
  • Verified correct identification of patient prior to any operation or procedure.
  • Provided assistance to surgeons during operations by passing instruments and other supplies.
  • Provided support services such as stocking supplies in OR rooms or restocking carts between cases.
  • Cleansed and disinfected operating rooms after procedures were completed.
  • Organized operating room by setting up surgical trays with instruments according to surgeon preference.
  • Used retractors, sponges and suctioning and irrigating equipment to create unobstructed operating fields.

OR EVS Assistant

UMC Health System
Lubbock, Texas
03.2021 - Current
  • Deliver blood cultures, tests, specimens to the laboratory.
  • Clean and make sure operating rooms are set up for the next surgery or for following day.
  • Pick up patients from their rooms or emergency center and take them to the holding area in the operating room.
  • Prepare beds or stretchers for patients after surgery is completed.
  • Deliver any medicine needed to the nurse/anesthesiologist in the room while surgery is ongoing.
  • Make sure all assigned chores are complete before shift ends.
  • Assist anyone that needs help in the operating room.
  • Add to high-level of customer satisfaction by constantly maintaining friendly attitude with patients and family.
  • Assist other departments as needed, including PACU (recovery).
  • Establish and manage professional working relationships with patients and physicians.

Anesthesia Technician

Lubbock Heart & Surgical hospital
Lubbock, Texas
09.2022 - 08.2024
  • Performed routine maintenance on anesthesia machines according to manufacturer's guidelines.
  • Troubleshot technical issues related to anesthesia delivery systems when they arose.
  • Collaborated with nursing staff to ensure patient comfort before, during, and after surgery.
  • Prepared operating rooms by setting up necessary equipment such as monitors, ventilators, IV pumps.
  • Identified problems related to anesthesia delivery systems and took corrective action when needed.
  • Assisted with transport of patients from OR recovery area back to assigned hospital room.
  • Set up pressure transducers by properly calibrating transducers and pressure nodules.
  • Provided assistance with intubation and ventilation of patients before, during, and after surgery.
  • Changed breathing tubing and suction canisters between cases.
  • Assembled procedure kits for blocks, central lines, arterial lines, blood product infusions and fiber optic scopes.

Resident Care Partner/ Trained Medication Aide

Enlivant Senior Living - Santa Fe Place
Plainview, TX
12.2019 - 03.2021
  • Delivered caring companionship to elderly and developmentally disabled patients.
  • Aided residents with activities of daily living and contributed to overall well-being by providing assistance with feeding, cleaning, personal hygiene and mobility.
  • Helped transition patient between bed, wheelchair and automobile to provide safe mobility support.
  • Helped clients stay happy and healthy by providing mental and emotional support.
  • Organized and administered medications on clear schedules to help alleviate symptoms and optimize quality of life.
  • Dressed, groomed and fed patients with limited physical abilities to support basic needs.
  • Monitored infection control procedures to verify facility-wide health and safety.
  • Observed patient vital signs and medication reactions and reported health concerns or behavioral changes.
  • Greeted patients and families with enthusiastic, compassionate attitude to establish long-term professional relationships.

Education

South Plains College
Levelland, Texas

Skills

  • Teamwork
  • Communication
  • Customer Service
  • Bilingual
  • Willingness to learn
  • Flexibility
  • Organizational Skills
  • Attention to Detail
  • Instrument handling
  • Patient positioning

Languages

  • English
  • Spanish

Certification

  • Tech in Surgery - certified

Timeline

Surgical Technologist

Lubbock Heart & Surgical hospital
08.2024 - Current

Anesthesia Technician

Lubbock Heart & Surgical hospital
09.2022 - 08.2024

OR EVS Assistant

UMC Health System
03.2021 - Current

Resident Care Partner/ Trained Medication Aide

Enlivant Senior Living - Santa Fe Place
12.2019 - 03.2021

South Plains College