Brian Farmer
Surgical Technician
Houston,TX
Summary
Seasoned Surgical Technician with more than 12 years of success in supporting surgeons during wide range of Orthopedic surgical procedures. Proficient in quickly setting up and breaking down surgical suites for assigned cases to sustain patient flows.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Surgical Scrub Technician
Kansas Surgery & Recovery Center
Wichita, KS
08.2012 - Current
- Assisted surgeons during operations by passing instruments and other supplies.
- Provided the necessary sterile supplies for each procedure.
- Maintained a clean, organized and sterile environment in the operating room.
- Ensured that all equipment was properly sterilized before use.
- Followed safety protocols to ensure patient safety.
- Cleaned and restocked OR rooms between cases and at end of day.
- Instructed new staff members on proper techniques related to scrubbing, gowning, gloving.
- Set up equipment, tools and supplies for procedures and organize instruments as directed in surgeons' preference cards.
Social Worker
Breakthrough Club
Wichita, KS
06.2000 - 12.2010
- Provided direct clinical social work services to individuals and families in a mental health setting.
- Conducted assessments of client needs, strengths, and resources to develop treatment plans.
- Developed individualized service plans with clients to address their identified goals.
Education
Surgical Technology
Wichita Area Technical College
Wichita, KS06-2012
Bachelor of Arts - Social Work
Wichita State University
Wichita, KS05-1997
Skills
- Organizational abilities
- Preparing for surgeries
- Aseptic and sterilization techniques
- Passing surgical tools
- Team Communication
- Sterile technique
- Equipment set up and operation
Timeline
Surgical Scrub Technician
Kansas Surgery & Recovery Center
08.2012 - Current
Social Worker
Breakthrough Club
06.2000 - 12.2010
Surgical Technology
Wichita Area Technical College
Bachelor of Arts - Social Work
Wichita State University
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