Claudia De Jesús
Kissimmee,FL
Summary
Meticulous Surgical Technologist excited to bring over 15 years background to growing organization. Knowledgeable in all aspects of surgery, including setting up operating rooms, preparing patients and assisting surgeons. Committed to maintaining highest standards of health and safety.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Surgical Technologist/ Endoscopy Technician/ Plastic Surgery/orthopedics
Nemours children hospital
Orlando, USA
10.2017 - Current
- Prepared operating rooms with required instruments, ensuring efficient setup for various surgical cases.
- Maintained high infection control standards.
- Setup operating and surgery rooms by preparing equipment and supplies for upcoming procedures.
- Minimized infection risks by strictly adhering to aseptic techniques when handling surgical supplies and equipment.
- Handled high-pressure situations calmly and efficiently, contributing to successful completion of critical surgeries.
- Assisted surgeons in complex procedures for optimal patient outcomes and reduced recovery time.
- Evaluated procedure needs and set up equipment, tools, supplies, and instruments.
- Increased efficiency during surgeries by anticipating surgeon''s needs and providing timely assistance.
- Demonstrated exceptional adaptability when faced with unexpected challenges or changes during surgery, responding quickly without compromising patient safety or procedural success.
- Mentored new surgical technologists, sharing expertise and fostering their growth within the profession.
- Enhanced patient safety by maintaining a sterile surgical environment and adhering to strict protocols.
- Provided compassionate support to patients experiencing anxiety or discomfort prior to surgery, helping alleviate concerns while maintaining professionalism.
- Introduced new staff members to training protocols regarding operating room procedures, infection control, safety standards, and overall facility policies.
- Assisted in complex surgical procedures, providing critical support for successful patient outcomes.
- Set up endoscopy suites with equipment and supplies needed for procedures.
Surgical Technologist III L&D/ OB GYN
Holy Cross Hospital
Fort Lauderdale, USA
06.2015 - 10.2017
- Setup operating and surgery rooms by preparing equipment and supplies for upcoming procedures.
- Prepared operating rooms with required instruments, ensuring efficient setup for various surgical cases.
- Assisted surgeons in complex procedures for optimal patient outcomes and reduced recovery time.
- Supported smooth transitions between surgeries by promptly preparing the operating room for subsequent cases.
Surgical Technologist
PROFESSIONAL HOSPITAL
Guaynabo, USA
04.2012 - 05.2015
- Responsible for preparing the operation room prior to the operation and verify the necessary supplies and tools
- Provide equipment to surgeons anticipating the need and physicians preference during the operation procedures
- Locate the contaminated instruments and place them in proper cart system to avoid spread to infection
- Provide training to new personnel regarding duties of a surgical technician on a routine basis
- Clean and maintain equipment in the operating room, supply gowns to the members of surgical team
- Responsible for adjusting lights and other machines in the operation room
Surgical Technologist L&D/ OB GYN
ASHFORD PRESBYTERIAN COMMUNITY HOSPITAL
San Juan, USA
05.2006 - 03.2012
- Created sterile environment for surgical team, gowned and glove surgeon, drape patient, pulled cases, set up strays, cleaned instruments, provided intra-operative assistance to surgeon
- Scrubbed for OB/GYN: C-sections, plastic, urology, Orthopedic (Trauma, Total knee replacement, Total Hip replacement, arthroscopy) Back surgeries, bariatric, delivery room
- Perform and participate in decontamination, cleaning and sterilization of surgical instrumentation equipment
Education
Associate Degree in Surgical Technologist - Surgical Technology
HEALTH AND COMMERCE INSTITUTE
Ponce, PR04.2006
Skills
- Aseptic Techniques
- Sterile Technique Proficiency
- Surgical Instrument Knowledge
- Setting up and operating equipment
- Pre- and post-surgical counts
- Safe sharps disposal
- Organizational abilities
- Leadership Qualities
- OB/GYN procedures
- Suturing
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Critical Thinking
- Flexible and Adaptable
- Multitasking Abilities
Certification
- BLS Certification
- CPR Certification
- Certified Surgical Technologist
- Certified Surgical Assistant
Languages
English
Full Professional
Spanish
Full Professional
Timeline
Surgical Technologist/ Endoscopy Technician/ Plastic Surgery/orthopedics
Nemours children hospital
10.2017 - Current
Surgical Technologist III L&D/ OB GYN
Holy Cross Hospital
06.2015 - 10.2017
Surgical Technologist
PROFESSIONAL HOSPITAL
04.2012 - 05.2015
Surgical Technologist L&D/ OB GYN
ASHFORD PRESBYTERIAN COMMUNITY HOSPITAL
05.2006 - 03.2012
Associate Degree in Surgical Technologist - Surgical Technology
HEALTH AND COMMERCE INSTITUTE