Summary
Overview
Work History
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Example of Cases per Service
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Amy Gould

Hudson,ME

Summary

Certified Surgical Technologist with 20+ years experience with over 5 of those years traveling.

Experience in the following services General, Neuro, Ortho (Trauma, Sports, and Totals), Thoracic, Vascular (open and endovascular), ENT, GYN, and Urology.

Possess knowledge and skills to successfully second scrub and/or assist surgeon.

Mentor to students and new hires

NBSTSA AST Certified

Current BLS

Comfortable working in Outpatient Operating Rooms, Pain Clinic, Community Hospitals, Pain Clinics, Trauma 1,2, & 3 Hospitals as well as Teaching Hospitals

Overview

29
29
years of professional experience

Work History

Travel CST

Totalmed Staffing
06.2025 - 09.2025
  • Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
  • Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Picked and Set up Surgical cases for the next day
  • Pick, Set up, Assist with doing the procedure, and clean up after the Surgery

Travel CST

Totalmed Staffing
03.2025 - 06.2025
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
  • Pick Surgical cases: Sterile Supplies and equipment
  • Set up Surgeries
  • Assist Surgeon do the surgery
  • Clean up after Surgical procedure


Traveling Certified Surgical Technologist

Cross Country Nurses
03.2024 - 03.2025

Level 1 Trauma and Teaching hospital

  • Prepared operating rooms with required instruments, ensuring efficient setup for various surgical cases.
  • Setup operating and surgery rooms by preparing equipment and supplies for upcoming procedures.
  • Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities, staying current on best practices within the field of surgical technology.
  • Passed instruments and supplies to surgical team members to provide surgeons with necessary tools to complete procedures.

Traveling Certified Surgical Technologist

Cross Country Nurses
05.2023 - 01.2024

Level 1 Trauma and Teaching hospital

  • Setup operating and surgery rooms by preparing equipment and supplies for upcoming procedures.
  • Handled high-pressure situations calmly and efficiently, contributing to successful completion of critical surgeries.
  • Assisted surgeons in complex procedures for optimal patient outcomes and reduced recovery time.
  • Enhanced patient safety by maintaining a sterile surgical environment and adhering to strict protocols.

Traveling Certified Surgical Technologist

Cross Country Nurses
10.2022 - 05.2023

Level 1 Trauma and Teaching hospital

  • Picking sterile supplies for next day cases
  • Prepared operating rooms with required instruments, ensuring efficient setup for various surgical cases.
  • Call
  • Increased efficiency during surgeries by anticipating surgeon''s needs and providing timely assistance.
  • Demonstrated exceptional adaptability when faced with unexpected challenges or changes during surgery, responding quickly without compromising patient safety or procedural success.

Traveling Certified Surgical Technologist

Cross Country Nurses
06.2022 - 10.2022

Level 1 Trauma hospital

  • Setup operating and surgery rooms by preparing equipment and supplies for upcoming procedures.
  • Give Breaks and Lunches
  • Contributed to successful operations by assembling and organizing surgical equipment with precision.
  • Passed instruments and supplies to surgical team members to provide surgeons with necessary tools to complete procedures.

Traveling Certified Surgical Technologist

Cross Country Nurses
07.2021 - 06.2022

Level 1 Trauma and Teaching hospital

Vascular Team Member

  • Ensured timely completion of surgeries with accurate instrument counts and efficient equipment setup and breakdown.
  • Demonstrated adaptability by swiftly acclimating to new facilities, staff, and operational processes while traveling between assignments.
  • Contributed to surgical team efficiency by anticipating surgeon needs and promptly supplying required instruments.
  • Vascular Call
  • Contributed to team-based problem-solving to resolve issues that arose during surgery and improve patient outcomes.

Traveling Certified Surgical Technologist

Cross Country Nurses
02.2020 - 06.2021

Community Hospital

Vascular Team Member/Trainer

  • Passed instruments and supplies to surgical team members to provide surgeons with necessary tools to complete procedures.
  • Gathered and set up equipment, tools, and supplies and arrange instruments according to surgeons' preferences or instruction.
  • Positioned patients and set up drapes to create comfortable surgical environment for patients.
  • Worked with vendors for speedy procurement of services and equipment.
  • Trained staff in Endovascular surgery
  • Took Vascular Call
  • Communicated with Surgeons, Vendors, and Nurses on what was needed for each case

Traveling Certified Surgical Technologist

Action Healthcare Staffing
05.2019 - 02.2020

Community Hospital

Vascular Team Member/Trainer

  • Ensured timely completion of surgeries with accurate instrument counts and efficient equipment setup and breakdown.
  • Demonstrated adaptability by swiftly acclimating to new facilities, staff, and operational processes while traveling between assignments.
  • Assisted surgeons in diverse specialties, adapting seamlessly to various procedures and facility requirements.
  • Trained staff in Endovascular surgery
  • Took Vascular Call
  • Communicated with Surgeons, Vendors, and Nurses on what was needed for each case

Certified Surgical Technologist

Northern Light Eastern Maine Medical Center
07.2005 - 05.2019

Level 2 Trauma Hospital

Helped with the Operating Room schedule and call schedule

Worked all shifts 7a-7p, 11a-11p, 7p-7a

Regular Call as well as Endovascular Call

  • Anticipated surgeons needs and handed instruments and supplies to surgeons during procedures.
  • Setup operating and surgery rooms by preparing equipment and supplies for upcoming procedures.
  • Performed accurate instrument counts, preventing potential surgical complications due to retained items.
  • Gathered and set up equipment, tools, and supplies and arrange instruments according to surgeons' preferences or instruction.
  • Ensured proper handling of specimens during surgeries, aiding in accurate diagnostic results for patients.
  • Mentored junior staff members on proper techniques and best practices within the field of surgical technology, promoting professional growth among peers.
  • Supported colleagues by serving as a resource on surgical technology best practices, fostering a collaborative work environment.

Secretary

Northern Light Eastern Maine Medical Center
01.2004 - 06.2005
  • Greet Patients and check them in for Surgery
  • Answer phones
  • File paperwork
  • Enter orders
  • Prepare Charts for Surgical patients


Certified Nursing Assistant

Northern Light Eastern Maine Medical Center
02.2002 - 01.2004
  • Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
  • Assisted patients with daily living activities for enhanced comfort and wellbeing.
  • Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
  • Maintained a clean, safe environment by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and disposing of waste properly.

Customer Service & Flooring Manager

Scotty's Hardware
06.2000 - 02.2002
  • Schedules for employees
  • Accounting and night deposits
  • Working the Cash registers
  • Assisting Customers in the Flooring department
  • Managed and motivated employees to be productive and engaged in work.
  • Accomplished multiple tasks within established timeframes.
  • Drove the Forklift
  • Answered phones
  • Ordering flooring materials

Certified Nursing Assistant

Brewer Rehab & Living Center
08.1996 - 06.2000

Assisted Living, Rehabilitation unit, Brain injury unit, and Nursing home

  • Assisted patients with daily living activities for enhanced comfort and wellbeing.
  • Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
  • Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
  • Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.

Education

Nursing Courses 1998-2000

Central Maine Medical Center School of Nursing
06.2005

Nursing Courses 1998-2000

Central Maine Medical Center School of Nursing

Core Courses 1998-2000

University of Maine At Augusta

High School Diploma -

Hermon High School
06.1998

Certified Nursing Assistant -

United Technology Center
08.1996

Skills

  • Reliable
  • Surgical Instrument Knowledge
  • Surgical Procedure Familiarity
  • Motivation and Initiative
  • Sterile Technique Expertise
  • Professionalism and Ethics
  • Critical thinking abilities
  • Flexible and Adaptable
  • Quick Learner
  • Independent but also Team player

Example of Cases per Service

This is just a quick list of highlighted reference of surgical cases but not limited to these:


General Cases: Exploratory Laparoscopy, Appendectomy (open/laparoscopic), Cholecystectomy (open/laparoscopic/robotic), Colon Resection (open/laparoscopic), Hernia Repair (open/laparoscopic), Splenectomy, Organ procurements (multi-organs, Kidneys, lungs, heart), Transplants (Liver, Kidneys)


Vascular Cases: A-V Access Graft, AAA Endovascular & Open scheduled & ruptured, Endarterectomy carotid/femoral open & endovascular, Thrombectomy/ Embolectomy, Line placements, TeVars, Tcars, Endovascular laser, Fistulagrams, Angiograms, Ekos, Ivus


Trauma Cases: Gunshot/stab wounds, Motor vehicle accidents multiple injuries, Traumatic amputations, Dog bites. Polyservice trauma


Ortho Cases : Open Reduction Internal Fixation, Closed reduction external fixation, fasciotomy, Intramedullary rod, Total joints & revisions Wound incision and drainage, Wound vac application, Amputations, Hand surgery


Thoracic: Bronchoscopy mediastinoscopy Chamberlain Procedures Thoracotomy Thoracoscopy


Neuro Cases: Laminectomy Discectomy Craniotomy Burr holes Shunt Procedure Spinal fusions

GYN Cases: C-sections D&C Salpingo-Oophorectomy Ruptured ectopic


Urology: Cystoscopy Ureteroscopy Orchiopexy Supra-Pubic TURP Lithotripsy


*Willing to jump into other cases and learn. Always willing to help out and learn

Timeline

Travel CST

Totalmed Staffing
06.2025 - 09.2025

Travel CST

Totalmed Staffing
03.2025 - 06.2025

Traveling Certified Surgical Technologist

Cross Country Nurses
03.2024 - 03.2025

Traveling Certified Surgical Technologist

Cross Country Nurses
05.2023 - 01.2024

Traveling Certified Surgical Technologist

Cross Country Nurses
10.2022 - 05.2023

Traveling Certified Surgical Technologist

Cross Country Nurses
06.2022 - 10.2022

Traveling Certified Surgical Technologist

Cross Country Nurses
07.2021 - 06.2022

Traveling Certified Surgical Technologist

Cross Country Nurses
02.2020 - 06.2021

Traveling Certified Surgical Technologist

Action Healthcare Staffing
05.2019 - 02.2020

Certified Surgical Technologist

Northern Light Eastern Maine Medical Center
07.2005 - 05.2019

Secretary

Northern Light Eastern Maine Medical Center
01.2004 - 06.2005

Certified Nursing Assistant

Northern Light Eastern Maine Medical Center
02.2002 - 01.2004

Customer Service & Flooring Manager

Scotty's Hardware
06.2000 - 02.2002

Certified Nursing Assistant

Brewer Rehab & Living Center
08.1996 - 06.2000

Nursing Courses 1998-2000

Central Maine Medical Center School of Nursing

Core Courses 1998-2000

University of Maine At Augusta

High School Diploma -

Hermon High School

Certified Nursing Assistant -

United Technology Center

Nursing Courses 1998-2000

Central Maine Medical Center School of Nursing