Ashley Carriere
Church Point,LA
Summary
Compassionate future graduate seeking a surgical technician role to utilize patient care skills and workforce experience while contributing to efficient surgical teams and enhancing patient outcomes.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Surgical Technologist Student
Louisiana State University-Eunice
08.2025 - Current
- As of now, assisted in 113 surgeries as a student, including the areas of General, ENT, Ophthalmology, Neurology, OB/GYN, Genitourinary, Orthopedic, and Plastic.
- Provided immediate support to surgeons by delivering requested materials and tools during operations.
- Handled surgical instruments during operations to support surgeons and nurses.
- Provided assistance to surgeons during complex surgical procedures.
- Maintained sterile field during surgical procedures by passing instruments to the surgeon.
- Prepared instruments and equipment for surgical procedures, supporting a seamless workflow for the surgical team.
- Assisted in prepping the operating room for surgery by setting up and organizing equipment, instruments, and supplies.
- Set up OR tables with appropriate instrumentation based on individual surgeon preferences.
- Prepared sutures, dressings, and other items required for a wide range of surgeries.
- Maintained accurate counts of supplies used in the OR.
- Followed cleaning and sterilization protocols to maintain a sterile environment, ensuring patient safety during surgeries.
- Collaborated with operating room staff to enhance operational readiness and streamline preparations for scheduled procedures.
- Followed strict safety guidelines for handling hazardous materials such as sharps containers.
Cashier/Office Assistant
Rod's Thrif-T Mart
Church Point , LA
10.2021 - Current
- Processed customer transactions efficiently at Rod's Thrif-T Mart.
- Ensured accuracy of cash drawer throughout shifts, supporting financial integrity at Rod's Thrif-T Mart.
- Greeted customers and answered any questions they had about the store's products and services.
- Facilitated returns and exchanges per store policies, enhancing customer satisfaction.
- Trained new team members on cash register operation and stock procedures, promoting effective customer service.
- Collaborated with team members to restock merchandise promptly.
- Supervised lower-level employees to ensure compliance with store standards.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Surgical Technology
Louisiana State University Eunice
Eunice, LA07-2026
High School Diploma -
Church Point High School
Church Point, LA05-2023
Skills
- Customer service
- Attention to detail
- Time management skills
- Multitasking and organization
- Reliability and punctuality
- Team collaboration
- Work well with others
- Conflict resolution
- Communication skills
- Professionalism
- Hands-on learner
- Surgical instruments handling
- Sterilization protocols
- Operating room preparation
- Instrument sterilization
- Sterile field management
- Surgical assistance
- Critical thinking
- Problem-solving
- CPR/AED
Affiliations
Chosen by my instructors to participate in the LSUE ST Program Advisory Committee Meeting for 2025
Certification
CPR/AED Certified
Timeline
Surgical Technologist Student
Louisiana State University-Eunice
08.2025 - Current
Cashier/Office Assistant
Rod's Thrif-T Mart
10.2021 - Current
Associate of Applied Science - Surgical Technology
Louisiana State University Eunice
High School Diploma -
Church Point High School