Skilled Certified Surgical Technologist offering more than 18 years of experience and well versed in orthopedic surgical procedures. Adept at orienting and training technical staff and implementing policies to streamline workflow. Excited to bring expertise to a growing organization offering room for advancement. Excellent reputation for resolving problems and improving customer satisfaction.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Certified Surgical Technologist
Texas Health/SCA
07.2025 - Current
Certified Surgical Technologist
USPI- United Surgical Partners International/Tenet
09.2021 - 09.2025
Prepared dressings or bandages, applying or assisting with application following surgery.
Maintained aseptic technique throughout the procedure.
Prepared patients for surgery by positioning on operating table and covering with sterile surgical drapes to prevent exposure.
Organized equipment and instruments in alignment with surgical protocols and surgeon preferences.
Responded quickly to changes in patient status or emergency situations.
Ensured that all equipment was functioning properly prior to use in the operating room.
Collaborated with vendors and service providers to coordinate required services and equipment.
Designed the orthopedic packs to be cost and time efficient.
Certified Surgical Technologist
Cook Children's Medical Center
02.2008 - 09.2021
Design all ortho packs for efficiency and cost-effectiveness
Clinical excellence program
Lead CST of spine team
Assistant Ortho Coordinator
Worked with vendors for speedy procurement of services and equipment
Implemented new training initiatives for surgical team members to align procedures with standards and best-in-class operational processes
Evaluated procedure needs and set up equipment, tools, supplies and instruments
Projected best-in-class care standards by achieving training initiatives for new surgical team members and aligning orthopedic procedures for optimal efficiency
Worked with ortho coordinator and charge nurse to maintain daily workflow, coordinating with operating room staff to prepare for scheduled and emergency cases
Developed training initiatives on new equipment and procedures to promote highest patient care standards
Provided comprehensive support to surgeons specializing in sports medicine, total joint replacement, spine and orthopedic trauma treatment
Setup operating and surgery rooms for patients, including preparing equipment and supplies for upcoming procedures
Gathered and set up equipment, tools and supplies and arranged instruments according to surgeons' preferences or instruction
Delivered exemplary assistance and support to surgeons during general, gynecological, orthopedic, neurological and plastic surgery procedures
Employee
US Postal Service
07.1999 - 02.2000
Used automated mail processing equipment to sort and collate mail
Planned routes and service updates to improve customer satisfaction
Loaded and unloaded shipping containers and vehicles
Sorted and placed mail into mailboxes and post office boxes with high levels of accuracy
Distributed mail on foot to residences and businesses
Education
Some College -
Certified Surgical Technologist -
Concorde Career College
Grand Prairie, TX
Skills
Excellent communication skills
Dedicated and Reliable
Outstanding manual dexterity
Team player
Empathy and emergency situations
Ability to work well under stressful conditions
Positive interpersonal skills
Ability to act quickly and accurately
Physical stamina technique
Anticipation
Orthopedic pack design
Vendor coordination
Dressing wounds
Team collaboration
Timeline
Certified Surgical Technologist
Texas Health/SCA
07.2025 - Current
Certified Surgical Technologist
USPI- United Surgical Partners International/Tenet
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