Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Timeline

BRITTANY RENEE Vega

Rolla,Missouri

Summary

Driven Surgical Technologist offering 3 years experience in ambulatory and hospital settings. Well-versed in sports medicine, total joint replacement, other various orthopedic procedures, general, urologic, gynecologic, ophthalmic, and ENT surgery procedures. Excellent bedside manner and patient care. Proven leader and instrumental in educating new and current staff on various procedures and equipment. Eager to take next career step with growing organization offering opportunities for professional development and advancement.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certificate

Work History

Certified Surgical Technologist

Phelps Health
Rolla, MO
07.2020 - Current
  • Anticipate surgeon's needs and hands instruments and supplies to surgeons during procedures.
  • Gathers and sets up equipment, instruments and supplies, and arrange instruments according to surgeons' preferences or instruction.
  • Creates safe operating environments for invasive and non-invasive procedures.
  • Collects, prepared, and disposed of medical specimens.
  • Performs pre-surgery and post-surgery sponge, instrument, and soft counts.
  • Uses sutures, staples, and other methods to close surgical wounds.
  • Operates, adjusts, and monitors diagnostic equipment and other machines used during procedures.
  • Controls bleeding during procedures by applying hemostatic clamps, suture ligatures, and electrocautery equipment.
  • Maintains high infection control standards.
  • Introduces new staff members to training protocols regarding operating room procedures, infection control, safety standards and overall facility policies.
  • Delivers exemplary assistance and support to surgeons during general, gynecological, orthopedic, neurological, plastic surgery, urology, and nuero procedures.
  • Manages operating room setup by cleaning and sanitizing equipment and surfaces, stocking shelves, and organizing surgical instruments in the sterile core and other storage areas of the department.
  • Implements new training initiatives for surgical team members to align procedures with standards and best-in-class operational processes.
  • Works effectively with med reps for speedy procurement of services and equipment
  • Diligently stays current to certification and continuing education requirements as well as strives to learn new information consistently.

Cosmetologist

Murphy’s Hair Studio Murphy’s Hair Studio
Rolla , MO
03.2018 - 08.2019
  • Booked appointments, answered phones, greeted clients, handled payments and created client service tickets.
  • Supported reception desk, receiving phone calls, entering appointments and collecting payments for services rendered.
  • Maintained client treatment records and designed long-term care programs for return customers.
  • Spoke with clients regarding health history, expectations, services and procedures for safety and customer satisfaction.
  • Kept work areas, tools and equipment clean and properly sanitized to minimize disease transfer and health risk of shared environment.
  • Helping to keep the salon clean and presentable were also part of my responsibility as well as tearing down and setting up proper tools and supplies to provide the appropriate service for my clients.
  • Attended regular trainings and workshops to maintain cosmetology license and stay current on technique and skills.

Cosmetologist

Lavish Salon And Spa
Rolla, MO
01.2017 - 08.2017
  • Provide exceptional nail, hair, and waxing services to high profile clientele
  • Taking guests back and beginning their service on time was imperative, as appoints were scheduled every hour on the hour
  • Taking appointments, answering the phones, troubleshooting and problem solving were key roles as an employee at Lavish to ensure that every client was satisfied with their experience
  • Disinfecting and sanitizing tools and supplies is vital in working in the beauty industry as well, so that was a key part of maintaining a clean and safe work environment for staff and customers alike.

Nail Technician

The Woodhouse Day Spa Corp.
Zionsville, IN
01.2016 - 03.2017
  • Sanitized workstation and stocked assigned workspace to facilitate general office and spa cleaning.
  • Prepared nail beds and cuticles, shaped nails and applied polish daily customers.
  • Responded to customer requests and concerns about gel application and nail art designs.
  • Completed consultations with spa guests to determine nail care needs.

Stay at Home Mom

Home
Crawfordsville, IN
10.2014 - 01.2016
  • Carried out day-day-day duties accurately and efficiently.
  • Identified issues, analyzed information and provided solutions to everyday problems.
  • Improved household activities through consistent hard work and dedication.
  • Kept a clean and tide living environment while caring for two young children.

Cosmetologist

Benton Square Salon And Spa
Rolla, MO
06.2010 - 10.2014
  • My responsibilities as a cosmetologist at Benton Square included setting up my work station and getting everything ready to provide requested services for clients
  • Greeting clients, taking appointments, phone calls and running the front desk were priority during times I didn’t have scheduled clients
  • Exchanging money, keeping my station and the salon clean and presentable as well as maintaining great communication with the customer to ensure a pleasant experience for them was extremely important
  • Disinfecting and sanitizing tools and supplies is vital in working in the beauty industry as well, so that was a key part of maintaining a clean and safe work environment for staff and customers alike.

Cashier/Restaurant Server

Sirloin Stockade
Rolla, MO
01.2006 - 06.2010
  • Working as a team and helping fellow employees was extremely important especially during rush hours
  • Staying late and arriving early was sometimes necessary to ensure proper opening and closing procedures were met.
  • Operated cash register for cash, check and credit card transactions with excellent accuracy levels.
  • Restocked and organized merchandise in front lanes.
  • Answered questions about store policies and addressed customer concerns.
  • Promoted customer loyalty and consistent sales by delivering friendly service and knowledgeable assistance.

Education

No Degree - Anatomy And Physiology

East Central College, Union, MO

Successfully completed this course as a pre-requisite for the Surgical Technology Program.

Certified Surgical Technologist - Surgical Technology

Rolla Technical Institute/Center, Rolla, MO
07.2020

Class CA Barbering And Cosmetology License - Cosmetology

Salem College of Cosmetology, Rolla, MO
02.2007

Graduated in February of 2007 after successfully completing the program.

Skills

  • HIPAA Proficiency
  • Preparing for Surgeries
  • Surgical Equipment
  • Setting Up Equipment
  • Bleeding Control
  • Pre- and Post-Surgical Counts
  • Safe Needle Disposal
  • Transporting Patients
  • Aseptic and Sterilization Techniques
  • Safety Protocols Expertise
  • Wound Dressing Techniques
  • Patient Safety

Certification

  • CST - Certified Surgical Technologist
  • Licensed Cosmetologist
  • Platinum Certified by the ACT NCRC

Timeline

Certified Surgical Technologist - Phelps Health
07.2020 - Current
Cosmetologist - Murphy’s Hair Studio Murphy’s Hair Studio
03.2018 - 08.2019
Cosmetologist - Lavish Salon And Spa
01.2017 - 08.2017
Nail Technician - The Woodhouse Day Spa Corp.
01.2016 - 03.2017
Stay at Home Mom - Home
10.2014 - 01.2016
Cosmetologist - Benton Square Salon And Spa
06.2010 - 10.2014
Cashier/Restaurant Server - Sirloin Stockade
01.2006 - 06.2010
East Central College - No Degree, Anatomy And Physiology
Rolla Technical Institute/Center - Certified Surgical Technologist, Surgical Technology
Salem College of Cosmetology - Class CA Barbering And Cosmetology License , Cosmetology
BRITTANY RENEE Vega