Amanda Babcock
Wichita,KS
Summary
Meticulous Surgical Technologist/Nursing Student excited to bring 5-year medical background to a growing organization. A hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills who is committed to maintaining the highest standards of health and safety. Eager to learn and take career to the next step with a growing organization offering opportunities for professional development and advancement.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified Surgical Technologist
Wesley Hospital
08.2022 - Current
- Anticipated surgeon's needs and handed instruments and supplies to surgeons during procedures.
- Set up operating and surgery rooms by preparing equipment and supplies for upcoming procedures.
- Maintained high infection control standards.
- Created safe operating environments for invasive and non-invasive procedures.
- Collected, prepared, and disposed of medical specimens.
- Delivered exemplary assistance and support to surgeons in over 100 surgeries including general, gynecological, orthopedic, neurological, plastics, dental, and vascular surgical procedures.
Dental assistant
Hickerson Dental DDS
03.2022 - 08.2022
- Cleaned and sanitized dental tools and equipment, straightened treatment rooms, and restocked supplies to prep for next patient and maintain health and safety practices.
- Sanitized trays, instruments, and surfaces for clean dental office settings and patient safety.
- Successfully assisted dentist by performing four-handed dentistry and other chair-side duties.
- Sterilized rooms and prepped equipment and instruments for 10 procedures daily.
Certified Surgical Technologist
Saint Francis Hospital
10.2021 - 03.2022
- Anticipated surgeon's needs and handed instruments and supplies to surgeons during procedures.
- Set up operating and surgery rooms by preparing equipment and supplies for upcoming procedures.
- Gathered and set up equipment, tools, and supplies and arranged instruments according to surgeons' preferences or instructions.
- Maintained high infection control standards.
- Delivered exemplary assistance and support to surgeons in over 100 surgeries including general, gynecological, orthopedic, neurological, plastics, dental, and vascular surgical procedures.
Certified Surgical Technologist
Wesley Medical Center
11.2020 - 10.2021
- Anticipated surgeon's needs and handed instruments and supplies to surgeons during procedures.
- Set up operating and surgery rooms by preparing equipment and supplies for upcoming procedures.
- Gathered and set up equipment, tools, and supplies and arranged instruments according to surgeons' preferences or instructions.
- Maintained high infection control standards.
- Delivered exemplary assistance and support to surgeons in over 100 surgeries including general, gynecological, orthopedic, neurological, plastics, dental, and vascular surgical procedures.
Certified Medication Aide
Catholic Care Center
05.2018 - 05.2020
- Took patient vital signs, height, and weight measurements and monitored glucose and patient wellbeing.
- Interacted kindly with patients and families and displayed positive, outgoing attitude, resulting in establishment of long-term, professional relationships.
- Administered medications to 10-20 patients and remained vigilant for negative side effects.
- Documented medication administration into electronic medical records (EMR).
- Monitored patient responses to medication to report adverse reactions quickly.
Education
Associate Degree in Nursing - Nursing
Wichita State University Tech
Wichita, KS05.2024
Associate of Applied Science - Surgical Technology
Wichita State University Tech
Wichita, KS05.2020
License - Certified Medication Aide
Allied Health Training
Wichita, KS05.2018
Diploma -
Wichita South High School
Wichita, KS05.2015
Skills
- Active listener
- Time management
- Decision-Making
- Critical Thinking
- Privacy and Confidentiality
- Attention to Detail
- Workplace and Patient Safety
- Infection Control Protocols
Certification
- BLS Training- Aug 2023-Aug 2025
Timeline
Certified Surgical Technologist
Wesley Hospital
08.2022 - Current
Dental assistant
Hickerson Dental DDS
03.2022 - 08.2022
Certified Surgical Technologist
Saint Francis Hospital
10.2021 - 03.2022
Certified Surgical Technologist
Wesley Medical Center
11.2020 - 10.2021
Certified Medication Aide
Catholic Care Center
05.2018 - 05.2020
Associate Degree in Nursing - Nursing
Wichita State University Tech
Associate of Applied Science - Surgical Technology
Wichita State University Tech
License - Certified Medication Aide
Allied Health Training
Diploma -
Wichita South High School