Cindy Summers
Dolores,CO
Summary
With a proven track record at South West Memorial Hospital, I excel in pre-surgical preparation and equipment setup, ensuring efficient operating room readiness. My expertise in biohazardous waste disposal and patient confidentiality highlights my comprehensive skill set. I've significantly contributed to maintaining high standards of care, demonstrating exceptional organizational and communication abilities. Efficient and focused professional in healthcare support, known for high productivity and ability to complete tasks swiftly and accurately. Possess specialized skills in surgical instrumentation, sterilization techniques, and operating room protocols. Excel in teamwork, communication, and adaptability, ensuring seamless support during surgical procedures.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Surgical Technologist
South West Memorial Hospital
Cortez, CO
04.2022 - Current
- Performed pre-operative skin preparation on patients prior to surgery.
- Kept inventory of supplies and ordered new items as needed.
- Prepared and maintained sterile field for surgical procedures.
- Assisted in positioning patients on operating table and covered them with sterile drapes.
- Reviewed patient charts for information regarding allergies or medical conditions that could affect the outcome of surgery.
- Inspected instruments post-operatively for proper function or damage before returning them to stock room.
- Monitored sterilization process for surgical instruments or equipment used during procedures.
- Assisted in the application of wound dressings, casts, and other medical devices.
- Verified correct identification of patient prior to any operation or procedure.
- Organized operating room by setting up surgical trays with instruments according to surgeon preference.
- Communicated effectively with surgeons, nurses, anesthesiologists, and scrub techs while performing duties in the OR environment.
- Ensured all necessary equipment was available for each procedure.
- Provided assistance to surgeons during operations by passing instruments and other supplies.
- Cleansed and disinfected operating rooms after procedures were completed.
- Observed aseptic technique and infection control protocols at all times.
- Provided support services such as stocking supplies in OR rooms or restocking carts between cases.
- Collaborated with vendors and service providers to coordinate required services and equipment.
- Reviewed surgical requirements and prepped operating room with appropriate tools, equipment and instruments.
- Maintained reusable surgical instrumentation and equipment, including decontamination, cleaning, sterilizing, storing and distributing.
- Organized and maintained unobstructed operative fields to foster immediate access to retractors and suctioning and irrigation equipment.
- Organized equipment and instruments in alignment with surgical protocols and surgeon preferences.
- Laid out all instruments, supplies and tools as directed by surgeons.
- Maintained surgical areas and oversaw inventory management.
- Set up equipment, tools, and supplies for procedures and organize instruments as directed in surgeons' preference cards.
- Sterilized medical equipment and properly handled contaminated materials.
- Assessed procedure requirements and procured appropriate equipment and tools.
- Recounted surgical instruments and supplies at end of operation, eliminating chance of items left inside patient.
- Used hemostatic clamps, suture ligatures and electrocautery equipment to control bleeding.
- Assisted surgeon by passing instruments and sterile supplies throughout operation.
- Collaborated with operating room staff to cultivate efficiency and prepare for scheduled and emergency procedures.
- Scrubbed arms and hands and assisted surgical team with scrubbing, masks and surgical clothing.
- Cleaned and restocked operating room, gathering and placing equipment and supplies.
- Prepared patients for surgery by positioning on operating table and covering with sterile surgical drapes to prevent exposure.
Surgical Technologist
Animas Surgical Hospital
Durango, CO
06.2019 - 07.2022
- Kept inventory of supplies and ordered new items as needed.
- Performed pre-operative skin preparation on patients prior to surgery.
- Assisted in positioning patients on operating table and covered them with sterile drapes.
- Inspected instruments post-operatively for proper function or damage before returning them to stock room.
- Monitored sterilization process for surgical instruments or equipment used during procedures.
- Assisted in the application of wound dressings, casts, and other medical devices.
- Verified correct identification of patient prior to any operation or procedure.
- Transported patients to operating room before surgery and monitored vital signs throughout procedure.
- Organized operating room by setting up surgical trays with instruments according to surgeon preference.
- Communicated effectively with surgeons, nurses, anesthesiologists, and scrub techs while performing duties in the OR environment.
- Ensured all necessary equipment was available for each procedure.
- Provided assistance to surgeons during operations by passing instruments and other supplies.
- Cleansed and disinfected operating rooms after procedures were completed.
- Observed aseptic technique and infection control protocols at all times.
- Completed documentation related to patient care, such as recording vital signs or documenting medications administered.
- Provided support services such as stocking supplies in OR rooms or restocking carts between cases.
- Collaborated with vendors and service providers to coordinate required services and equipment.
- Reviewed surgical requirements and prepped operating room with appropriate tools, equipment and instruments.
- Maintained reusable surgical instrumentation and equipment, including decontamination, cleaning, sterilizing, storing and distributing.
- Organized and maintained unobstructed operative fields to foster immediate access to retractors and suctioning and irrigation equipment.
- Organized equipment and instruments in alignment with surgical protocols and surgeon preferences.
- Laid out all instruments, supplies and tools as directed by surgeons.
- Maintained surgical areas and oversaw inventory management.
- Set up equipment, tools, and supplies for procedures and organize instruments as directed in surgeons' preference cards.
- Sterilized medical equipment and properly handled contaminated materials.
- Recounted surgical instruments and supplies at end of operation, eliminating chance of items left inside patient.
- Assessed procedure requirements and procured appropriate equipment and tools.
- Cleaned and restocked operating room, gathering and placing equipment and supplies.
- Scrubbed arms and hands and assisted surgical team with scrubbing, masks and surgical clothing.
- Prepared patients for surgery by positioning on operating table and covering with sterile surgical drapes to prevent exposure.
Surgical Technologist
Roper St. Francis Hospital
Mount Pleasant, SC
01.2010 - 05.2019
- Kept inventory of supplies and ordered new items as needed.
- Received specimens from pathology laboratory for examination by surgeon during operation.
Education
Associate of Science - Surgical Tech
Miller-Mott Technical College
Charleston01-2010
Skills
- Equipment set up and operation
- Disposing of biohazardous waste
- Safe sharps disposal
- Collecting medical specimens
- Setting up and operating equipment
- Preparing for surgeries
- Patient confidentiality
- Biohazardous waste disposal
- Pre-surgical preparation
- Passing surgical tools
Accomplishments
- Employee of the Year at Roper - Mt. P
- Certified Preceptor at Roper - Mt. P
- Service Coordinator
GYN
Hand and feet
Urology
OB
General surgery
GI
Ortho
Certification
- Certified Surgical Tech, NBSTSA # 161642, Exp 8/14/25
- BLS
Timeline
Surgical Technologist
South West Memorial Hospital
04.2022 - Current
Surgical Technologist
Animas Surgical Hospital
06.2019 - 07.2022
Surgical Technologist
Roper St. Francis Hospital
01.2010 - 05.2019
Associate of Science - Surgical Tech
Miller-Mott Technical College
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