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Angela Salg

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Summary

Detail-focused Certified Surgical Technologist. Possess specialized skills in sterile technique, instrumentation setup, and surgical assistance, ensuring smooth operation of all surgical procedures. Excel in teamwork, problem-solving, and adaptability, contributing to positive outcomes. Motivated professional adept at handling instruments, supplies, and equipment . Well versed in all operating room activities with a commitment to upholding the highest standard of sterile technique during procedures.

Overview

22
22
years of professional experience

Work History

Support Manager

Walmart
Lake City
03.2003 - 05.2003
  • Ensure customer satisfaction by greeting and answering their questions
  • Tour your area to ensure it meets our customer's expectations
  • Prepare and plan for upcoming events that will impact your area
  • Ability to communicate, take direction at all levels, and turn it into action
  • Directed team associates to work hand-in-hand to get the job done

Certified Surgical Technologist

Malcom Randall VA Medical Center
Gainesville
01.2025 - 07.2025
  • Prepared surgical instruments and sterile supplies for various procedures.
  • Assisted surgeons during operations by providing necessary tools and support.
  • Maintained a sterile environment to ensure patient safety and compliance.
  • Monitored and documented surgical procedures to ensure accuracy and organization.
  • Collaborated with healthcare team to optimize surgical workflow and efficiency.
  • Educated new staff on best practices in surgical technology and sterilization techniques.
  • Conducted inventory management for surgical supplies, ensuring availability when needed.
  • Participated in quality assurance initiatives to enhance patient care standards.
  • Assisted surgeons during operative procedures by anticipating their needs and passing instruments.
  • Ensured that all equipment was functioning properly prior to use in the operating room.
  • Maintained aseptic technique throughout the procedure.
  • Prepared operating room for surgical procedures, including setting up sterile field.
  • Performed instrument counts before, during, and after surgeries as required by hospital policy.
  • Helped maintain an organized working environment in the OR through cleaning, stocking supplies, and organizing equipment carts.
  • Identified potential problems before they occurred by closely observing the sterile field and personnel involved in the procedure.
  • Demonstrated knowledge of principles of asepsis while preparing and caring for patients undergoing surgery.
  • Assisted with scrubbing in for each case as needed.
  • Performed various duties such as applying dressings to incisions sites postoperatively.
  • Responded quickly to changes in patient status or emergency situations.
  • Used retractors, sponges and suctioning and irrigating equipment to create unobstructed operating fields.
  • Retrieved specimens from the OR for laboratory analysis.
  • Adhered to department policies regarding infection control practices.
  • Participated in continuing education activities related to job responsibilities.
  • Provided assistance during cesarean sections, hysterectomies, orthopedic repairs, wound closure suturing techniques and other types of surgical procedures as needed.
  • Monitored patients' physical condition during surgery and reported any changes to the surgeon or circulating nurse.
  • Provided instruction on proper techniques of handling instruments to new team members.
  • Followed safety guidelines when transporting patients from one area to another inside the facility.
  • Maintained inventory levels of medical supplies within assigned areas of responsibility.
  • Conducted pre-operative patient interviews and documented vital signs, allergies, and other relevant information in patient records.
  • Coordinated with other healthcare professionals to develop comprehensive patient care plans.
  • Sterilized medical equipment and properly handled contaminated materials.
  • Recounted surgical instruments and supplies at end of operation, eliminating chance of items left inside patient.
  • Organized and maintained unobstructed operative fields to foster immediate access to retractors and suctioning and irrigation equipment.
  • Assessed procedure requirements and procured appropriate equipment and tools.
  • Laid out all instruments, supplies and tools as directed by surgeons.
  • Maintained reusable surgical instrumentation and equipment, including decontamination, cleaning, sterilizing, storing and distributing.
  • Collaborated with vendors and service providers to coordinate required services and equipment.
  • Provided technical assistance to surgeons, surgical nurses or anesthesiologists.
  • 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.
  • Operated or monitored lights, machines or equipment to support proper operation.
  • Cleaned and restocked operating room, gathering and placing equipment and supplies.
  • Assisted surgeon with patient preparation for total joint replacement procedures.

Lead Customer Service Representative

Circle K
Gainesville
01.2022 - Current
  • Maintained the high standards for store appearance
  • Provide regular and predicable onsite attendance
  • Selling products to customers
  • Provided excellent customer care
  • Retail and customer service experience
  • Sales associate or cashiering experience

Lead Trainer

Firehouse Subs
Gainesville
04.2004 - 10.2006
  • Daily operations of the restaurant focused on delivering sales
  • Profit results through Heartfelt Guest Service, people, and operations.
  • Operating under the direction of the General and Assistant Managers.
  • Assist with directly managing a shift of Team Members to drive key performance outcomes and effectively run restaurant operations.

Education

Advanced Technical Certificate - Surgical Technology

Santa Fe College
Gainesville, FL, United States
08.2024

Associate's degree - Health Sciences

Santa Fe College
Gainesville, FL, United States
05.2021

Skills

  • Continuous Learning
  • Attention to Detail
  • Sterile Technique
  • Anatomy
  • Medical Terminology
  • Effective Communication
  • Teamwork
  • Organization
  • Time Management
  • Problem-Solving
  • Adaptability
  • Stress Management
  • Hand-Eye Coordination
  • Dexterity
  • Technical Proficiency
  • Infection Control Knowledge
  • Ethical Behavior
  • Professional Behavior
  • Surgical instrument preparation
  • Aseptic technique
  • Patient monitoring
  • Operating room procedures
  • Customer service
  • Effective communication
  • Team collaboration
  • Problem solving
  • Time management
  • Attention to detail
  • Infection control practices
  • Safety protocols expertise
  • Surgical counts
  • Indirect patient care
  • Equipment set up and operation
  • Preoperative preparation
  • Safe sharps disposal
  • Aseptic and sterilization techniques
  • Pre- and post-surgical counts
  • Specimen collection
  • Infection control protocols
  • Pre-surgical preparation
  • Surgical instrumentation
  • Anatomy and physiology
  • OB/GYN procedures
  • Quality assurance controls
  • Disposing of biohazardous waste
  • Passing surgical tools
  • Setting up and operating equipment
  • Biohazardous waste disposal
  • Safely disposing of needles
  • Professionalism and ethics
  • Workplace safety
  • Medical terminology proficiency
  • Surgical equipment operation
  • Basic life support
  • Instrument preparation
  • Sterile field management
  • Intra-operative assistance

Affiliations

National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting Certified - CST

Job Related Training

  • I can independently set up the sterile field with all necessary items for each procedure such as air-powered equipment, fiber optic equipment, laparoscopic equipment, microscopes, lasers, arthroscopy equipment, urologic equipment, complex recording devices, and OR tables and accessories.
  • I am able to skillfully drape operative area.
  • I have the knowledge to plan and discuss each procedure with surgical professionals, including 'Time out' procedures, and assure that all supplies and equipment are available before the procedure begins.
  • I can independently observe, prioritize, and respond promptly to each stage of the surgical procedure and anticipate the needs of the surgeon by maintaining a high level of concentration for extended periods of time.
  • I can maintain vigilant observation aseptic technique and an environment conducive to the welfare of the surgical patient.
  • I understand how to utilize standard precautions and follow all infection control policies and procedures when handling specimens, supplies and equipment.
  • My duties regularly require providing assistance in lifting and positioning patients.
  • I can maintain extensive periods of regular and recurring standing, walking, bending, lifting, pushing, reaching, and prolonged stretching to provide easy accessibility of instruments for the surgeon.
  • I am proficient at being dexterous in 'passing' instruments to surgeons without compromising principles of aseptic technique and in a manner requiring little or no effort from the surgeon.
  • I am able to wear appropriate scrub attire that is required, including sterile gown and gloves, surgical caps to cover my hair, appropriate eye protection, and surgical mask in order to provide an aseptic environment in the operating room.
  • I have assisted with a total joint replacement, and was required to wear special attire, such as a 'space helmet' or hood.
  • I am able to wear X-Ray protective lead attire (up to 20 pounds in weight) for prolonged periods of time.
  • I have provided transportation of patients to and from the surgical/operating room.
  • I can provide emotional support to patients before, during and after surgery.
  • I have the knowledge to utilize medical terminology when interpreting requests and provide proper documentation for surgical procedures with supervision.
  • I have the understanding to determine the effectiveness of sterilization, packing, storage, and shelf life.
  • I can monitor proper functioning of instruments and equipment at the surgical field.

References

  • Stacy Hutton, B.S., CST/CSFA, Santa Fe Surgical Program Director, 386-243-1805, stacy.hutton@sfcollege.edu
  • Malia Hill-Burns, B.S., CST, Santa Fe Clinical Coordinator Surgical Tech, 573-999-0158, malia.hill-burns@sfcollege.edu
  • Candice Heaslett, CST, Preceptor,Scrub Tech VA Hospital, 352-354-5252
  • Becky Spencer, CST, Preceptor,Scrub Tech VA Hospital, 352-363-7691

Additional Information

Florida Surgical Center, HCA North Florida, UF Health Shands, and Malcolm Randall VA Hospital - 2023-09-01 to 2024-07-01, Cases Scrubbed, -General, ENT, Eyes, GU, Neuro, Ob/Gyn, Oral/Max, Orthopedic, Plastics, and Burn, I have a commitment to Continuous Learning and Adaptation, Attention to Detail, Sterile Technique, Anatomy and Medical Terminology, Effective Communication, Teamwork, Organization, and Time Management, Problem-Solving and Adaptability and Stress Management, Hand-Eye Coordination and Dexterity, Technical Proficiency and Infection Control Knowledge Ethical and Professional Behavior

Timeline

Certified Surgical Technologist

Malcom Randall VA Medical Center
01.2025 - 07.2025

Lead Customer Service Representative

Circle K
01.2022 - Current

Lead Trainer

Firehouse Subs
04.2004 - 10.2006

Support Manager

Walmart
03.2003 - 05.2003

Advanced Technical Certificate - Surgical Technology

Santa Fe College

Associate's degree - Health Sciences

Santa Fe College

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