Ashley Wright
Los Angeles,California
Summary
Accomplished Surgical Technologist with expertise in sterile technique and infection control, recognized at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center for exceptional service. Demonstrates critical thinking and adaptability, enhancing patient safety and surgical outcomes. Proven ability to manage operating room efficiency and educate future technologists, ensuring compliance with healthcare standards.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Surgical OB Technician
Glendale Memorial Hospital
Glendale, California
09.2025 - Current
- Assisted surgical team during OB procedures by preparing instruments and equipment.
- Maintained sterile environments through strict adherence to infection control protocols, minimizing infection risks during procedures.
- Set up equipment and organized instruments according to surgeons' preference cards.
- Utilized retractors, sponges, and suctioning equipment to maintain unobstructed operating fields.
- Restocked operating room supplies between cases, ensuring seamless transitions and readiness for subsequent procedures.
- Managed inventory of surgical supplies, guaranteeing availability and supporting uninterrupted surgical operations.
Surgical Technologist ll (Labor and Delivery)
Cedars-Sinai Medical Center
Los Angeles, USA
09.2016 - Current
- Achieved Standing Ovation recognition from Assistant Director of Labor and Delivery for superior quality of service.
- Assisted in vaginal and cesarean deliveries while demonstrating proficiency in additional procedures such as C-Hyst and cystoscopy.
- Provided essential surgical instruments to support procedures., sponges, sutures, and sterile supplies to surgeon while anticipating procedural needs.
- Effectively identified specimens during surgery and alerted circulating nurse regarding origin of materials.
- Recorded significant events, instrument tray counts, and supply levels to ensure accurate communication with Charge Nurse and subsequent staff.
- Supported unit operations as secretary and log technician during downtime from surgical technician responsibilities.
Surgical Technologist
Los Angeles Surgery Center
Los Angeles, USA
04.2014 - 09.2016
- Performed surgical scrubs and prepared operating room with sterile instruments to ensure optimal conditions for procedures.
- Managed decontamination, handling, assembly, sterilization, and dispensing of instruments to maintain safety and compliance standards.
- Inspected instruments for functionality and reported malfunctions to management for repair.
- Assisted in general, gastrointestinal, and plastic procedures at outpatient center, contributing to efficient surgical workflows.
Surgical Technologist Instructor
Career Colleges of America
Southgate, USA
03.2011 - 01.2014
- Developed and delivered engaging clinical education programs for surgical technologist students.
- Implemented innovative teaching strategies that enhanced student learning outcomes.
- Provided educational lectures to reinforce key concepts and techniques.
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals to ensure curriculum relevance and accuracy.
- Ensured compliance with accreditation standards and healthcare regulations in clinical instruction.
- Maintained detailed records of student clinical hours and evaluations to track progress.
Education
Diploma of Surgical Technology -
Career Colleges of America
Southgate, CA12.2009
Skills
- Sterile technique expertise
- Surgical instrumentation
- Infection control
- Operating room setup
- Surgical documentation
- Patient safety
- Critical thinking
- Adaptability to change
Education Certification
- Certification of Surgical Technologists (NBSTSA) 12/16/26
- BLS 06/01/28
- Diploma of Surgical Technology- Career Colleges of America 12/01/09
Certification
CST- 156564
Timeline
Surgical OB Technician
Glendale Memorial Hospital
09.2025 - Current
Surgical Technologist ll (Labor and Delivery)
Cedars-Sinai Medical Center
09.2016 - Current
Surgical Technologist
Los Angeles Surgery Center
04.2014 - 09.2016
Surgical Technologist Instructor
Career Colleges of America
03.2011 - 01.2014
Diploma of Surgical Technology -
Career Colleges of America