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Cindy Mendez

Houston,Texas

Summary

Detail-oriented surgical technologist skilled in maintaining sterile environments and instrument sterilization. Committed to upholding patient safety protocols and supporting surgical teams effectively.

Overview

1
1
year of professional experience

Work History

Extern - Surgical Technologist

Memorial Village Surgery Center
06.2025 - 08.2025
  • Maintained sterile environments according to safety protocols.
  • Supported surgical staff by preparing instruments and supplies.
  • Observed surgical procedures to enhance understanding of operations.
  • Sterilized and assembled surgical instruments for procedure readiness.
  • Maintained a sterile environment by adhering to infection control protocols.
  • Plastics, General, Ophthalmology, Dilation and Curattage, Urology cases

Extern - Surgical Technologist

The Veterans Affairs Hospital
Houston, USA
03.2025 - 05.2025
  • Monitored and assessed operating room conditions and patient and surgical team needs.
  • Adhered to OSHA protocols when sterilizing instruments, discarding medical supplies and disposing of waste.
  • Collaborated with operating room staff to cultivate efficiency and prepare for scheduled and emergency procedures.
  • Maintained proper sterile field during surgical procedures.
  • GYN, General Open/Robotic, Urology Cases

Extern - Surgical Technologist

Northwest Surgery Center
Houston, USA
01.2025 - 03.2025
  • Maintained a sterile environment by adhering to infection control protocols.
  • Handled surgical instruments efficiently during operations to support surgeons.
  • Collaborated with nurses to ensure timely and accurate instrument availability.
  • Sterilized equipment using autoclaves and other sterilization methods effectively.
  • Communicated effectively with team members to facilitate smooth surgical workflows.
  • Orthopedic cases

Extern- Surgical Technologist

Texas Memorial Hermann Surgery Center
Houston, USA
10.2024 - 12.2024
  • Maintained a sterile environment by adhering to infection control protocols.
  • Recounted surgical instruments and supplies at end of operation, eliminating chance of items left inside patient.
  • Ensured all necessary equipment was available for each procedure.
  • Observed aseptic technique and infection control protocols at all times.
  • Cleansed and disinfected operating rooms after procedures were completed.
  • Verified correct identification of patient prior to any operation or procedure.
  • Provided support services such as stocking supplies in OR rooms or restocking carts between cases.
  • Orthopedic, General, Plastics, Ophthalmology cases

Education

Associates Of Applied Science - Surgical Technologist

The College of Health Care Professions
Houston, TX
08.2025

Skills

  • Aseptic technique
  • Patient safety protocols
  • Instrument sterilization
  • Surgical instrumentation
  • Emergency response readiness
  • Effective communication
  • Job and task observation
  • Patient care activities
  • Bilingual in Spanish and English
  • Sterilization techniques
  • Aseptic technique adherence

Projects

Project Name, Detail

Languages

English
Native/ Bilingual
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Extern - Surgical Technologist

Memorial Village Surgery Center
06.2025 - 08.2025

Extern - Surgical Technologist

The Veterans Affairs Hospital
03.2025 - 05.2025

Extern - Surgical Technologist

Northwest Surgery Center
01.2025 - 03.2025

Extern- Surgical Technologist

Texas Memorial Hermann Surgery Center
10.2024 - 12.2024

Associates Of Applied Science - Surgical Technologist

The College of Health Care Professions

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