Blake William Abbott
Phoenix
Summary
Dynamic Surgical Technologist with extensive experience at a variety of Surgical Procedures, excelling in aseptic techniques and critical thinking. Proven track record in enhancing patient safety and optimizing surgical efficiency through meticulous instrument sterilization and OR preparation. Adept at anticipating surgeon needs, contributing to improved patient outcomes in complex procedures.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Surgical Technologist
Fitzmaurice Hand Institute
11.2022 - 12.2023
- Assisted surgical teams with instrument preparation and sterilization processes.
- Maintained sterile environments and ensured compliance with safety protocols.
- Prepared operating rooms with required instruments, ensuring efficient setup for Hand procedures.
- Efficiently scrubbed endoscopic hand procedures.
Surgical Technologist
Peri-operative Staffing Solutions
10.2020 - 09.2022
- Assisted in preparation and maintenance of sterile surgical environments.
- Collaborated with surgical teams to ensure efficient instrument availability.
- Managed surgical instruments, ensuring proper handling and organization during procedures.
- Maintained daily workflow, coordinating with operating room staff to prepare for scheduled cases.
- Enhanced patient safety by maintaining a sterile surgical environment and adhering to strict protocols.
- Managed operating room setup by cleaning and sterilizing instruments and surfaces, maintaining supply inventories, and organizing surgical tools.
- Efficiently scrubbed Ortho, Plastics, ENT, General, and Pain Procedures.
Surgical Technologist
Abrazo Central Campus
11.1998 - 08.2019
- Maintained sterile environments and ensured compliance with safety protocols.
- Setup operating and surgery rooms by preparing equipment and supplies for upcoming procedures.
- Minimized infection risks by strictly adhering to aseptic techniques when handling surgical supplies and equipment.
- Mentored new surgical technologists, sharing expertise and fostering their growth within the profession.
- Assisted surgeons in complex procedures for optimal patient outcomes and reduced recovery time.
- Evaluated procedure needs and set up equipment, tools, supplies, and instruments.
- Supported smooth transitions between surgeries by promptly preparing the operating room for subsequent cases.
- Increased efficiency during surgeries by anticipating surgeon''s needs and providing timely assistance.
- Efficiently scrubbed Ortho, General,Neuro, Vascular, Urology , ENT, GYN, eye procedures, Plastics, Robotic cases, Pain procedures , and Podiatry procedures.
- Specialized in Intra-operative radiation therapy and breast reconstruction. reconstruction.
Education
Diploma Surgical Technology -
Bryman School
Phoenix, Az 09-1993
High School Diploma -
Fenton High School
Fenton, MI05-1981
Skills
- Aseptic techniques
- Critical thinking
- Sterile technique proficiency
- Setting up and operating equipment
- Surgical assistance
- Instrument sterilization
- Basic life support
- Workplace safety
- Biohazardous waste disposal
- Patient positioning expertise
- Surgical equipment handling
- OR preparation
Certification
BLS Current
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Surgical Technologist
Fitzmaurice Hand Institute
11.2022 - 12.2023
Surgical Technologist
Peri-operative Staffing Solutions
10.2020 - 09.2022
Surgical Technologist
Abrazo Central Campus
11.1998 - 08.2019
Diploma Surgical Technology -
Bryman School
High School Diploma -
Fenton High School