CHRISTINE DEWEY
Avon,OH
Summary
Highly skilled surgical professional with a strong background in pre- and post-operative patient care. Demonstrated ability to maintain composure and offer exceptional support to clinical teams in high-pressure situations. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, along with extensive knowledge of advanced surgical techniques, instrumentation, and sterilization procedures. Committed to upholding the highest standards of care and safety in the operating room.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified Surgical Technologist
Cleveland Clinic Fairview Hospital
09.2024 - Current
- Setup operating and surgery rooms by preparing equipment and supplies for upcoming procedures.
- Anticipated surgeons needs and handed instruments and supplies to surgeons during procedures.
- 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.
- Delivered exemplary assistance and support to surgeons during general, gynecological, orthopedic, neurological, and plastic surgery procedures.
- Prepared instruments for terminal sterilization and reset surgical suites for next procedure.
- Expanded knowledge of surgical procedures through continuous professional development, staying current with industry advancements.
Certified Surgical Technologist
MetroHealth Medical Center
11.2023 - 03.2024
- Assisted surgeons in the operating room by preparing and passing instruments, equipment, and supplies to them during surgery
- Prepared operating rooms with appropriate instruments, supplies and equipment needed for specific procedures
- Maintained a sterile field environment throughout surgical procedures
- Performed counts of instruments, sharps and sponges with circulating nurse
- Demonstrated proficiency in scrubbing for various types of surgeries
- Performed patient prepping duties including skin prep and positioning patients on the operating table according to surgeon's instructions
- 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.
- Enhanced patient safety by maintaining a sterile surgical environment and adhering to strict protocols.
- Delivered exemplary assistance and support to surgeons during general, gynecological, orthopedic, neurological, and plastic surgery procedures.
Certified Surgical Technologist
University Hospitals of Cleveland
01.2023 - 10.2023
- Assisted surgeons in the operating room by preparing and passing instruments, equipment, and supplies to them during surgery
- Maintained a sterile field environment throughout surgical procedures
- Ensured that all necessary supplies were available at the beginning of each shift or procedure
- Displayed knowledge of aseptic technique while setting up sterile fields for each procedure
Education
Certification - Surgical Technology
Ehove Career Center
Milan, OH06.2022
Skills
- Surgical preparation assistance
- Effective learning techniques
- Urology
- Ophthalmology
- Podiatry
- Facial plastic surgery
- Breast reconstruction
- OB/GYN
- Aesthetic surgical procedures
- ENT
- Endoscopy
Certification
BLS
Timeline
Certified Surgical Technologist
Cleveland Clinic Fairview Hospital
09.2024 - Current
Certified Surgical Technologist
MetroHealth Medical Center
11.2023 - 03.2024
Certified Surgical Technologist
University Hospitals of Cleveland
01.2023 - 10.2023
Certification - Surgical Technology
Ehove Career Center
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