Barbara Teston
Gainesville,FL
Summary
Experienced Certified Surgical Technologist skilled in surgical instrument handling, sterilization, and aseptic techniques. Supports surgical teams in high-pressure environments with a focus on patient monitoring and operating room efficiency. Specialized in neuro and vascular surgeries, contributing to improved surgical outcomes across diverse hospital settings.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified Surgical Technologist
UF Shands Hospital
Gainesville, Florida
09.2024 - Current
- Supported surgeons during operative procedures by anticipating their needs and providing instruments.
Certified Surgical Technologist
Flagler Hospital
Saint Augustine, Florida
09.2013 - 12.2017
- Assisted surgeons during operative procedures by anticipating their needs and passing instruments.
- Assisted surgical teams in preparing operating rooms and maintaining sterile environments.
- Managed surgical instruments and supplies, ensuring availability during procedures.
- Collaborated with nurses to facilitate smooth patient handoffs before and after surgery.
Certified Surgical Technologist
Surgical Staffing
Kenmore, Washington
02.2003 - 09.2013
- Anticipated surgeons' needs and passed instruments during operative procedures.
Certified Surgical Technologist
Sacred Heart Health System
Eugene, Oregon
06.2002 - 02.2003
- Assisted surgeons during operative procedures by anticipating their needs and passing instruments.
Certified Surgical Technologist
Tampa General
Tampa, Florida
12.2000 - 06.2002
- Assisted surgeons during operative procedures by anticipating their needs and passing instruments.
Certified Surgical Technologist
Morton Plant Hospital, Baycare Health System
Clearwater, Florida
02.1997 - 12.2000
- Assisted surgeons during operative procedures by anticipating their needs and passing instruments.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Health Sciences
Saint Petersburg College
Clearwater, FL06-2006
Skills
- Surgical instrument handling
- Sterilization techniques
- Aseptic technique
- Patient monitoring
- Operating room procedures
- Surgical documentation
- I've worked at a number of hospitals including level 1 trauma centers
- I've worked at number of teaching hospitals
- My strengths are in neuro, vascular I'm currently working in the labor and delivery department at UF Shands
Certification
- AST Certification license #100046562
Timeline
Certified Surgical Technologist
UF Shands Hospital
09.2024 - Current
Certified Surgical Technologist
Flagler Hospital
09.2013 - 12.2017
Certified Surgical Technologist
Surgical Staffing
02.2003 - 09.2013
Certified Surgical Technologist
Sacred Heart Health System
06.2002 - 02.2003
Certified Surgical Technologist
Tampa General
12.2000 - 06.2002
Certified Surgical Technologist
Morton Plant Hospital, Baycare Health System
02.1997 - 12.2000
Bachelor of Science - Health Sciences
Saint Petersburg College