Cari Kent
Duxbury,MA
Summary
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified Surgical Technologist II
Tufts Medical Center
Boston, MA
03.2021 - Current
- Anticipated surgeons needs and handed instruments and supplies to surgeons during procedures.
- Setup operating and surgery rooms by preparing equipment and supplies for upcoming procedures.
- Demonstrated adaptability when faced with emergency situations or unexpected complications during surgeries, providing prompt support to surgical teams.
- Expedited surgery room turnover times by swiftly preparing operating rooms for subsequent surgeries, maximizing efficiency within the department.
- Enhanced patient safety by maintaining a sterile surgical environment and adhering to strict protocols.
- Gathered and set up equipment, tools, and supplies and arrange instruments according to surgeons' preferences or instruction.
- Ensured proper handling of specimens during surgeries, aiding in accurate diagnostic results for patients.
- Mentored junior staff members on proper techniques and best practices within the field of surgical technology, promoting professional growth among peers.
- Performed accurate instrument counts, preventing potential surgical complications due to retained items.
- Contributed to reduced infection rates by diligently practicing proper sterilization techniques for instruments and equipment.
- Delivered exemplary assistance and support to RN and MD during gynecological and obstetrical procedures, including vaginal births.
- Delivered exemplary assistance and support to surgeons during gynecological and obstetrical procedures.
- Maintained high infection control standards.
- Controlled bleeding during procedures by applying hemostatic clamps, suture ligatures and electrocautery equipment.
- Improved team communication through active participation in pre-and post-operative discussions, resulting in better patient outcomes.
Certified Surgical Technologist
South Shore Hospital
Weymouth, MA
01.1999 - 08.2007
- Anticipated surgeons needs and handed instruments and supplies to surgeons during procedures.
- Setup operating and surgery rooms by preparing equipment and supplies for upcoming procedures.
- Demonstrated adaptability when faced with emergency situations or unexpected complications during surgeries, providing prompt support to surgical teams.
- Maintained high infection control standards.
- Completed continuing education units, staying up to date on surgical technology and meeting organizational requirements.
- Delivered exemplary assistance and support to RN and MD during gynecological and obstetrical procedures, including vaginal births.
- Delivered exemplary assistance and support to surgeons during gynecological and obstetrical procedures.
Certified Surgical Technologist
Boston Children's Hospital
Boston, MA
06.1996 - 01.1999
- Anticipated surgeons needs and handed instruments and supplies to surgeons during procedures.
- Setup operating and surgery rooms by preparing equipment and supplies for upcoming procedures.
- Demonstrated adaptability when faced with emergency situations or unexpected complications during surgeries, providing prompt support to surgical teams.
- Expedited surgery room turnover times by swiftly preparing operating rooms for subsequent surgeries, maximizing efficiency within the department.
- Assisted surgeons in complex procedures, ensuring efficient completion and minimized complications.
- Reduced surgery time by effectively anticipating surgeon''s needs and providing timely assistance.
- Gathered and set up equipment, tools, and supplies and arrange instruments according to surgeons' preferences or instruction.
- Enhanced patient safety by maintaining a sterile surgical environment and adhering to strict protocols.
- Ensured proper handling of specimens during surgeries, aiding in accurate diagnostic results for patients.
- Evaluated procedure needs and set up equipment, tools, supplies, and instruments.
- Performed accurate instrument counts, preventing potential surgical complications due to retained items.
- Delivered exemplary assistance and support to surgeons during general, gynecological, orthopedic, neurological, and plastic surgery procedures.
- Collaborated closely with interdisciplinary teams for optimal patient care throughout the entire perioperative process.
- Used sutures, staples, clips and other tools to close wounds.
- Prepared instruments for terminal sterilization and reset surgical suites for next procedure.
- Created safe operating environments for invasive and non-invasive procedures.
- Supported colleagues by serving as a resource on surgical technology best practices, fostering a collaborative work environment.
Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
Falmouth Hospital
Falmouth, MA
01.1994 - 01.1996
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Cape Cod Community College
05.2025
Certificate - Surgical Technology
Quincy College
Quincy, MA06.1996
Associates of Arts -
Cape Cod Community College
05.1994
Certification
- NBSTSA Certified 09/1996 (#198883)
Recertified by Exam 09/2020
Recertified by CEU's
09/2024 - Present
09/2022 - 09/2024
- Cape Cod Community College, Certified Nurse Aid, 1994
Timeline
Certified Surgical Technologist II
Tufts Medical Center
03.2021 - Current
Certified Surgical Technologist
South Shore Hospital
01.1999 - 08.2007
Certified Surgical Technologist
Boston Children's Hospital
06.1996 - 01.1999
Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
Falmouth Hospital
01.1994 - 01.1996
Associate of Science - Nursing
Cape Cod Community College
Certificate - Surgical Technology
Quincy College
Associates of Arts -
Cape Cod Community College