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Colin Whittaker

Cincinnati,OH

Summary

Certified Surgical Technologist prepared to enhance surgical team efficiency and patient safety. Proven ability to assist in complex procedures and maintain sterile environments. Known for strong teamwork and adaptability in fast-paced settings, with expertise in surgical instrumentation and sterile techniques.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

Certified Surgical Technologist

Christ Hospital Medical Center
Cincinnati, OH
08.2024 - 09.2025
  • Participated in quality assurance initiatives to uphold high standards of patient safety and care protocols.
  • Assisted surgeons in complex procedures, ensuring efficient completion and minimized complications in Spine, Vascular, and Orthopedic procedures.
  • Evaluated procedure needs and set up equipment, tools, supplies, and instruments.

Lead Surgical Technologist

Bethesda North Hospital
Montgomery, OH
02.2023 - 04.2024
  • Oversaw inventory management of surgical supplies to ensure optimal availability and cost efficiency of procedures.
  • Implemented process improvements to enhance efficiency in operating room setup and turnover times.
  • Lead Vascular Tech

Certified Surgical Technologist

UC Medical Center Hospital
Cincinnati, OH
04.2020 - 08.2023
  • Lead Transplant/Vascular Tech
  • Participated in quality assurance initiatives to uphold high standards of patient safety and care protocols.
  • Mentored junior staff members in Vascular and Transplant Procedures.
  • Assisted in Programs first Living Donor Liver Transplant

Certified Surgical Technologist

Lovelace Medical Center
Albuquerque, NM
01.2019 - 01.2020
  • Strong emphasis in Neuro/Spine, Orthopedics, and General Surgery
  • Maintained specialty equipment, implant, and instrumentation inventories.
  • Decontaminated, cleaned, assembled, packaged, sterilized, stored, and distributed reusable surgical instrumentation and equipment.
  • Transported patients to and from surgeries to promote timely operating room turnover.

Education

Associate of Applied Science - Surgical Technology

Central New Mexico Community College
Albuquerque, NM
01-2019

Sterile Processing Certification

Central New Mexico Community College
Albuquerque, NM
01-2018

Skills

  • Surgical aseptic technique
  • Sterile field setup and maintenance
  • Pre- and post-surgical counts
  • Instrument identification and handling
  • Surgical draping and positioning
  • Specimen handling and labeling
  • Wound closure assistance
  • Emergency and trauma case support

Timeline

Certified Surgical Technologist

Christ Hospital Medical Center
08.2024 - 09.2025

Lead Surgical Technologist

Bethesda North Hospital
02.2023 - 04.2024

Certified Surgical Technologist

UC Medical Center Hospital
04.2020 - 08.2023

Certified Surgical Technologist

Lovelace Medical Center
01.2019 - 01.2020

Associate of Applied Science - Surgical Technology

Central New Mexico Community College

Sterile Processing Certification

Central New Mexico Community College