Antonio Soriano

Surgical Technician

Hawaii Pacific Health

1999 - Current

Gathered and set up equipment, tools, and supplies and arrange instruments according to surgeons' preferences or instruction.
Assisted in successful surgeries by setting up operating rooms with appropriate instruments, supplies, and equipment for each procedure.
Upheld high standards of patient privacy by following HIPAA guidelines when handling sensitive medical information.
Demonstrated adaptability, working effectively with various surgical teams and specialties, ensuring seamless collaboration.
Improved patient care by assisting surgeons during surgical procedures and maintaining a sterile environment.
Promoted teamwork within the surgical team by communicating effectively with surgeons, anesthesiologists, nurses, and other staff members during procedures.
Contributed to positive patient outcomes by anticipating surgeons'' needs throughout procedures and reacting quickly to changes in situations.
Collected, prepared and disposed of medical specimens.
Enhanced surgical efficiency through expert handling and passing of instruments to the surgeon in a timely manner.
Performed post-operative care by moving patients to recovery and monitoring condition.
Prepared patients for surgery by cleaning and disinfecting surgical sites and positioning patients.
Maintained optimal inventory levels of surgical supplies by conducting regular checks on stock availability and replenishing when necessary.
Maintained safe working environments by adhering to safety protocols and reporting hazards.
Maintained sterile fields by following aseptic techniques and adhering to infection control protocols.
Exceeded hospital compliance standards through rigorous adherence to OSHA guidelines and other regulatory requirements.
Mentored junior Surgical Technicians through sharing best practices in order to maintain a high standard of excellence within the department.
Anticipated surgeons needs and handed instruments and supplies to surgeons during procedures.
Used sutures, staples, clips and other tools to close wounds.
Prepared instruments for terminal sterilization and reset surgical suites for next procedure.
Participated in quality improvement initiatives, identifying opportunities for process enhancement and implementing solutions to increase patient satisfaction.
Created unobstructive operative fields by using retractors, sponges, and suction and irrigating equipment.
Facilitated efficient OR turnover times through diligent cleaning, disinfecting, and preparing the room for subsequent cases.
Created safe operating environments for invasive and non-invasive procedures.
Followed scrub-in procedures by gowning and gloving correctly to assist in sterile fields.
Supported post-operative recovery efforts with thorough wound dressing changes, drain management, and closely monitoring patients for complications or adverse reactions.
Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
Improved surgical team performance with thorough pre-procedure briefings and debriefings.
Participated in emergency surgeries, demonstrating reliability and quick thinking under pressure.
Maintained strict adherence to aseptic techniques, significantly reducing infection risks.
Assisted in surgical documentation, ensuring accurate and comprehensive patient records.
Supported post-operative care, aiding in faster patient recovery times.
Optimized setup of operating rooms for various surgical procedures, tailoring environments for specific needs.
Conducted pre-operative preparations, setting stage for successful surgical interventions.
Enhanced patient safety by vigilantly monitoring and maintaining sterile field integrity.
Played key role in introduction of advanced surgical technologies, facilitating modern treatment options.
Provided critical support during complex surgeries, contributing to high success rates.
Reduced turnaround times for operating rooms by streamlining cleaning and preparation processes.
Streamlined sterilization process of surgical tools, increasing efficiency and safety.
Implemented inventory management practices for surgical supplies, ensuring availability and reducing waste.
Ensured operational readiness of surgical instruments and equipment, leading to seamless surgical procedures.
Actively participated in continuous education on surgical procedures and techniques, contributing to personal and team growth.
Reduced infection risks and protected patients by maintaining sterile fields during procedures.
Introduced new staff members to training protocols regarding operating room procedures, infection control, safety standards, and overall facility policies.
Managed operating room setup by cleaning and sterilizing instruments and surfaces, maintaining supply inventories, and organizing surgical tools.
Worked with vendors for speedy procurement of services and equipment.
Passed instruments and supplies to surgical team members to provide surgeons with necessary tools to complete procedures.
Cleaned and maintained operating equipment to keep resources in good working condition and ready for use.
Transported patients to and from surgeries to promote timely operating room turnover.

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