Amanda Fouch
Hephzibah,Georgia
Summary
Meticulous Surgical Technologist excited to bring 30 -year background to growing organization. Knowledgeable in all aspects of surgery, including setting up operating rooms, preparing patients and assisting surgeons. Committed to maintaining highest standards of health and safety. Hold current CPR and Basic Life support certifications. Accomplished and energetic with a solid history of achievement Motivated leader with strong organizational and prioritization abilities. Excellent communication and time management skills. Handles task with accuracy and efficiency. Passionate and motivated, with a drive for excellence.
Overview
44
44
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Surgical Technologist
Lexington Medical Center
01.2020 - Current
- Delivered exemplary assistance and support to surgeons during general, gynecological, orthopedic, neurological ,vascular and plastic surgery procedures.
- Managed operating room setup by cleaning and sterilizing instruments and surfaces, maintaining supply inventories and organizing surgical tools.
- Implemented new training initiatives for surgical team members to align procedures with standards and best-in-class operational processes.
- Worked with vendors for speedy procurement of services and equipment.
- Evaluated procedure needs and purchased equipment and tools for procedures.
- Maintained specialty equipment, implant and instrumentation inventories.
- Completed 3 total joint replacement procedures per month.
- Maintained daily workflow, coordinating with operating room staff to prepare for scheduled and emergency cases.
- Maintained high infection control standards.
- Evaluated procedure needs and set up equipment, tools, supplies and instruments.
- Decontaminated, cleaned, assembled, packaged, sterilized, stored and distributed reusable surgical instrumentation and equipment.
- Created and maintained unobstructed operative fields using diverse range of tools.
- Sterilized instruments and disposed of medical supplies and waste following OSHA guidelines.
- Supported surgeons during cosmetic surgeries, gynecological and orthopedic procedures and general appointments.
- Coordinated acquisition of surgical services and specialized equipment.
- Liaised between Sterile Processing department and operating room teams to assure availability of requisite instruments and equipment.
- Setup operating and surgery rooms by preparing equipment and supplies for upcoming procedures.
- Operated, adjusted, and monitored diagnostic equipment and other machines used during procedures.
- Developed training initiatives on new equipment and procedures to promote highest patient care standards.
Surgical Technologist
Augusta University Medical Center
10.2004 - 12.2019
- Delivered exemplary assistance and support to surgeons during general, gynecological, orthopedic, neurological, plastic. vascular, trauma surgery procedures.
- Managed operating room setup by cleaning and sterilizing instruments and surfaces, maintaining supply inventories and organizing surgical tools.
- Maintained high infection control standards.
- Evaluated procedure needs and set up equipment, tools, supplies and instruments.
- Decontaminated, cleaned, assembled, packaged, sterilized, stored and distributed reusable surgical instrumentation and equipment.
- Sterilized instruments and disposed of medical supplies and waste following OSHA guidelines.
- Coordinated acquisition of surgical services and specialized equipment.
- Liaised between Sterile Processing department and operating room teams to assure availability of requisite instruments and equipment.
- Setup operating and surgery rooms by preparing equipment and supplies for upcoming procedures.
- Operated, adjusted, and monitored diagnostic equipment and other machines used during procedures.
- Developed training initiatives on new equipment and procedures to promote highest patient care standards.
Certified Surgical Technologist
Aiken Regional Medical Center
Aiken, SC
10.1998 - 10.2004
- Controlled bleeding during procedures by applying hemostatic clamps, suture ligatures and electrocautery equipment.
- Prepared instruments for terminal sterilization and reset surgical suites for next procedure.
- Managed operating room setup by cleaning and sterilizing instruments and surfaces, maintaining supply inventories and organizing surgical tools.
- Delivered exemplary assistance and support to surgeons during general, gynecological, orthopedic, neurological and plastic surgery procedures.
- Created unobstructive operative fields by using retractors, sponges and suction and irrigating equipment.
- Collected, prepared and disposed of medical specimens.
- Performed and documented pre-surgery and post-surgery sponge, instrument and needle count.
- Kept detailed records of post-operative instrument reconciliations and overall care procedures.
- Sterilized instruments and equipment for specific procedures and arranged for surgeons.
- Sterilized instruments and disposed of medical supplies and waste following OSHA guidelines.
- Gathered and set up equipment, tools and supplies and arrange instruments according to surgeons' preferences or instruction.
- Handled numerous sanitization tasks for surgical sites by cleaning and sterilizing, maintaining supply inventories and organizing items effectively.
- Adhered to social distancing protocols and wore mask or face shield.
- Developed and implemented performance improvement strategies and plans to promote continuous improvement.
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
- Exceeded goals through effective task prioritization and great work ethic.
Surgical Technologist
Doctors Hospital's Of Augusta
10.1978 - 10.1998
- Delivered exemplary assistance and support to surgeons during general, gynecological, orthopedic, neurological and plastic surgery procedures.
- Managed operating room setup by cleaning and sterilizing instruments and surfaces, maintaining supply inventories and organizing surgical tools.
- Implemented new training initiatives for surgical team members to align procedures with standards and best-in-class operational processes.
- Maintained high infection control standards.
- Evaluated procedure needs and set up equipment, tools, supplies and instruments.
- Decontaminated, cleaned, assembled, packaged, sterilized, stored and distributed reusable surgical instrumentation and equipment.
- Created and maintained unobstructed operative fields using diverse range of tools.
- Sterilized instruments and disposed of medical supplies and waste following OSHA guidelines.
- Supported surgeons during cosmetic surgeries, gynecological and orthopedic procedures and general appointments.
- Setup operating and surgery rooms by preparing equipment and supplies for upcoming procedures.
- Operated, adjusted, and monitored diagnostic equipment and other machines used during procedures.
Education
Associate of Science - Surgical Technology/ On The Job Training
Georgia Military College - Milledgeville
Milledgeville, GA06.1978
High School Diploma -
Glenn Hill High School
Augusta, Ga 3090606.1973
Skills
- Biohazardous waste disposal
- Safe sharps disposal
- Infection control protocols
- Safety protocols expertise
- Passing surgical instruments
- Setting up and operating equipment
- Patient confidentiality
- Pre-surgical preparation
- Wound Dressing
- Patient transportation
- Pre- and post-surgical counts
- Specimen collection
- Attention to Detail
- Training and Development
Certification
- CST - Certified Surgical Technologist
Timeline
Surgical Technologist
Lexington Medical Center
01.2020 - Current
Surgical Technologist
Augusta University Medical Center
10.2004 - 12.2019
Certified Surgical Technologist
Aiken Regional Medical Center
10.1998 - 10.2004
Surgical Technologist
Doctors Hospital's Of Augusta
10.1978 - 10.1998
Associate of Science - Surgical Technology/ On The Job Training
Georgia Military College - Milledgeville
High School Diploma -
Glenn Hill High School
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