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Amanda Hill

Resaca,Georgia

Summary

Focused Certified Surgical Technologist currently working as a contracted travel CST in Labor and Delivery for a large hospital in Winston-Salem, NC. Knowledgeable in C-Sections and vaginal births, GYN Oncology and general surgery. Enthusiastic to join rewarding organization focused on supporting growth and career progression in women's health and labor and delivery.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Traveling Certified Surgical Technologist

Aya Healthcare
San Francisco, CA
05.2024 - Current
  • Assisted surgeons in preparing operating rooms for surgery, including setting up and arranging instruments, supplies, and equipment.
  • Reviewed patient charts to ensure all necessary supplies were available during procedures.
  • Performed scrubbing duties as needed such as selecting appropriate sterile instruments and passing them to the surgeon during surgery.
  • Conducted instrument counts before and after each procedure to ensure accuracy of supplies used.
  • Kept track of expired or outdated supplies requiring replacement or disposal according to policy requirements.
  • Maintained proper sterile field during surgical procedures.
  • Cleaned and restocked operating room, gathering and placing equipment and supplies.
  • Handed instruments and supplies to surgeons and surgeons' assistants.
  • Prepared dressings or bandages, applying or assisting with application following surgery.

Certified Surgical Technologist

Erlanger Baroness Hospital
Chattanooga, TN
11.2022 - 07.2024
  • Assisted with scrubbing in for each case as needed.
  • Prepared patients for surgery by positioning on operating table and covering with sterile surgical drapes to prevent exposure.
  • Maintained proper sterile field during surgical procedures.
  • Reviewed surgical requirements and prepped operating room with appropriate tools, equipment and instruments.
  • Performed instrument counts before, during, and after surgeries as required by hospital policy.
  • Assisted surgeon by passing instruments and sterile supplies throughout operation.
  • Prepared operating room for surgical procedures, including setting up sterile field.
  • Responded quickly to changes in patient status or emergency situations.
  • Maintained aseptic technique throughout the procedure.
  • Adhered to department policies regarding infection control practices.

Childcare Provider

In Home Child Care
Resaca, GA
03.2017 - 12.2021
  • Assisted children in development of social, communication and problem-solving skills.
  • Supported children's emotional and social development, encouraging understanding of others and positive self-concepts.
  • Planned and implemented engaging activities to encourage creativity and expression.
  • Kept records of daily observations and information about activities, meals served and medications administered.
  • Taught basic skills such as personal hygiene, social manners and appropriate behavior.
  • Communicated with parents or guardians about daily activities, behaviors and upcoming events.
  • Assisted in planning nutritious snacks and meals according to dietary guidelines set forth by state regulations.

Education

Associate of Science - Surgical Technology

Georgia Northwestern Technical College
Rome, GA
12-2022

Skills

  • Equipment Set up and Operation
  • Surgical Counts
  • Aseptic and Sterilization Techniques
  • Collecting Medical Specimens
  • OB/GYN Procedures
  • C-Sections
  • Vaginal Births
  • HIPAA Proficiency
  • Preparing for Surgeries
  • Passing Surgical Tools

Certification

  • NBSTSA Certified Surgical Technologist Certification number: 214444 Issue date: 12/02/2022 Expiration number: 12/02/2024

Timeline

Traveling Certified Surgical Technologist

Aya Healthcare
05.2024 - Current

Certified Surgical Technologist

Erlanger Baroness Hospital
11.2022 - 07.2024

Childcare Provider

In Home Child Care
03.2017 - 12.2021

Associate of Science - Surgical Technology

Georgia Northwestern Technical College
  • NBSTSA Certified Surgical Technologist Certification number: 214444 Issue date: 12/02/2022 Expiration number: 12/02/2024
Amanda Hill