Britney Mayo
Kilgore,TX
Summary
Focused Surgical Technologist Student with hands-on experience in maintaining sterile environment, handling surgical instruments, and aiding surgeries. Possess strong knowledge of medical terminology and surgical procedures, coupled with teamwork and effective communication skills to work well in high-stress situations. Demonstrated ability to adhere to strict protocols for patient safety and comfort. Committed to continuous learning and growth within field.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Surgical Technologist Student
Kilgore College
Kilgore, TX
01.2024 - 12.2024
- Gathered all necessary supplies and equipment needed for operation.
- Collaborated with operating room staff to cultivate efficiency and prepare for scheduled and emergency procedures.
- Prepared sutures, dressings, and other items required for a wide range of surgeries.
- Maintained proper sterile field during surgical procedures.
- Scrubbed arms and hands and assisted surgical team with scrubbing, masks and surgical clothing.
- Assisted in prepping the operating room for surgery by setting up and organizing equipment, instruments, and supplies.
- Handed instruments and supplies to surgeons and surgeons' assistants.
- Followed strict safety guidelines for handling hazardous materials such as sharps containers.
- Assisted surgeon with patient preparation for total joint replacement procedures.
- Held instruments and quickly handed to surgeon during procedures.
- Maintained sterile field during surgical procedures by passing instruments to surgeon.
Substitute Teacher
Pine Tree ISD
Longview, TX
09.2020 - 04.2024
- Followed established lesson plans to continue learning trajectory.
- Integrated real-world examples to make learning relevant and engaging.
- Implemented lesson plans assigned by classroom teacher to educate students about key concepts.
Special Education Paraprofessional
Kilgore ISD
Kilgore, TX
08.2019 - 09.2020
- Provided feedback on how well a student is progressing towards meeting their IEP goals.
- Assisted teachers in creating and implementing Individualized Education Plans for students with special needs.
- Improved behavior with modification and positive reinforcement techniques.
Education
AAS - Surgical Tech program
Kilgore College
12.2024
High School -
Kilgore High School
01.2015
Skills
- Management
- Patient safety
- Preparing for surgeries
- Biohazardous waste disposal
- Collecting medical specimens
- Patient confidentiality
- Safe sharps disposal
- HIPAA proficiency
- Equipment set up and operation
- Pre- and post-surgical counts
- Disposing of biohazardous waste
- Safety protocols expertise
- Aseptic and sterilization techniques
- Transporting patients
- Passing surgical tools
- Leadership qualities
- CPR
- Organizational skills
- Time management
- Critical thinking
- Anatomy
- Surgical gowning
- Teaching
References
- Holly Mcknight 903-808-1338 hmcknight@kilgore.edu
- Kristin Sorrells 903-841-3236 kristinsorrells@gmail.com
- Jessica pierce 903-812-3922 jespierce2005@gmail.com
Timeline
Surgical Technologist Student
Kilgore College
01.2024 - 12.2024
Substitute Teacher
Pine Tree ISD
09.2020 - 04.2024
Special Education Paraprofessional
Kilgore ISD
08.2019 - 09.2020
AAS - Surgical Tech program
Kilgore College
High School -
Kilgore High School
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