Structured Certified Surgical Technologist with more than 12 years experience in surgery and clinical settings. Offering background in collecting various specimens and laboratory protocols. Highly motivated with a drive for excellence. Proactive and organized with attention to detail, optimum quality and expedience.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Bioskills Lab/Anatomical Technician
Medical Education Research Institute
Memphis, TN
09.2021 - 05.2022
Aided during human cadaver labs, prep of lab spaces and lab equipment operation.
Assured human cadaver specimens were properly received, handled, processed, allocated and effectively utilized for educational purposes.
Operated C-arm (x-ray) machine for for new donor processing and assisting during lab cases.
Obtained blood samples on all donors for serology testing.
Performed advanced disarticulation's, harvests and dissections.
Performed routine inspection and care of specimens to ensure tissue quality.
Knowledge of AATB regulatory standards to ensure compliance within the anatomical department for acquisition, storage, preparation, usage, distribution and final disposition.
Managed operating room setup by cleaning and sterilizing instruments and surfaces, maintaining supply inventories and organizing surgical tools.
Selected and purchased equipment for Retina procedures/surgeries.
Maintained Retina equipment and instrumentation inventories.
Ensure proper handling of delicate lasers and equipment before, during and after procedures.
Maintain accurate and efficient programming and set-up of laser equipment and fixtures.
Assist surgeon during laser procedures and First Assist duties during Retina surgeries.
Perform routine and complex troubleshooting and problem solving.
Certified Surgical Technologist
Memphis Eye And Cataract Association
Memphis, TN
08.2010 - 07.2017
Collected, prepared, and disposed of medical specimens.
Assisted with pre-operative and post-operative patient care.
Processing and sterilization of surgical instrumentation and equipment.
Anticipated surgeons needs and handed instruments and supplies to surgeons during procedures.
Created unobstructive operative fields by using retractors, sponges, and suction and irrigating equipment.
Introduced new staff members to training protocols regarding operating room procedures, infection control, safety standards and overall facility policies.
Assistant Professor at Department of General Surgery, Postgraduate Institute of Medical Education and ResearchAssistant Professor at Department of General Surgery, Postgraduate Institute of Medical Education and Research
Registered Nurse at Post Graduate Institute Of Medical Education And ResearchRegistered Nurse at Post Graduate Institute Of Medical Education And Research