Surgical Technologist
Boulevard ENT s
02.2024 - Current
Andrea Leonard
Surgical technologist
Knoxville,TN
Timeline
Surgical Technologist
Parkwest Surgery Center
06.2001 - 02.2024
Surgical Technologist
Children's Hospital
01.1991 - 01.2014
Technological - Surgical Technologist
Tennessee College of Applied Technology
01.1990 - 01.1991
Work Preference
Work Type
Full TimeLocation Preference
On-SiteWork History
Surgical Technologist
Boulevard ENT s
02.2024 - Current
- Assists in preparing and sterilizing surgical instruments and equipment
- Supports surgical team by maintaining a sterile environment during procedures
- Learns to handle and organize surgical supplies efficiently
- Observes surgical procedures to gain knowledge of practices and protocols
Surgical Technologist
Parkwest Surgery Center
06.2001 - 02.2024
- Demonstrated exceptional adaptability when faced with unexpected challenges or changes during surgery, responding quickly without compromising patient safety or procedural success.
- Cleaned and maintained operating equipment to keep resources in good working condition and ready for use.
- Enhanced team efficiency by maintaining meticulous inventory of surgical supplies and equipment.
- Observes surgical procedures to gain knowledge of practices and protocols
- Supported smooth transitions between surgeries by promptly preparing the operating room for subsequent cases.
- Handled and prepared specimens for laboratory analysis to provide surgeons with relevant information.
- Assists in preparing and sterilizing surgical instruments and equipment
Surgical Technologist
Children's Hospital
01.1991 - 01.2014
Overview
35
35
years of professional experience
1
1
year of post-secondary education
Education
Technological - Surgical Technologist
Tennessee College of Applied Technology
01.1990 - 01.1991
Skills
- Aseptic techniques
- Critical thinking
- Sterile technique proficiency
- Setting up and operating equipment
- Surgical assistance
- Instrument sterilization
- Basic life support
- Pre- and post-surgical counts
- Infection control protocols
- Leadership qualities
- Workplace safety
- Wound dressing
- Specimen collection
- Transporting patients
- Patient safety
- Surgical procedures
Summary
Surgical professional with solid background in supporting complex surgical procedures and ensuring operational efficiency. Known for collaborative teamwork and achieving optimal outcomes in high-pressure environments. Reliable and adaptable with strong skills in sterile techniques and patient interaction.