Cora Thomas
Germantown ,OH
Summary
Driven, experienced and focused Surgical Technologist looking for a long term position job opportunity to gain knowleledge and to broaden my experience in the operating room as an open heart and thoracic scrub. Attentive, prepared and proactive in patient care and aseptic technique. Positive and committed to working with the surgical team to provide the best patient care possible. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
CVCST
Miami Valley Hospital
Dayton, OH
11.2019 - Current
- Reviewed surgical requirements and prepped operating room with appropriate tools, equipment and instruments.
- Set up equipment, tools and supplies for procedures and organize instruments as directed in surgeons' preference cards.
- Organized equipment and instruments in alignment with surgical protocols and surgeon preferences.
- Laid out all instruments, supplies and tools as directed by surgeons.
- Handed instruments and supplies to surgeons during procedures.
- Cleaned and sterilized operating rooms.
- Assessed procedure requirements and procured appropriate equipment and tools.
- Collaborated with vendors and service providers to coordinate required services and equipment.
- Gathered and took inventory of equipment to confirm adequate supplies for surgery.
- Assisted surgeon by passing instruments and sterile supplies throughout operation.
- Organized and maintained unobstructed operative fields to foster immediate access to retractors and suctioning and irrigation equipment.
- Recounted surgical instruments and supplies at end of operation, eliminating chance of items left inside patient.
- Used retractors, sponges and suctioning and irrigating equipment to create unobstructed operating fields.
- Collected and prepared tissue specimens for laboratory analysis.
CVCST
Kettering Health Main Campus
Kettering, OH
05.2023 - 03.2024
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
Dental Assistant
Gallagher And Sprowls
Middletown , OH
04.2000 - 10.2001
- Educated patients on techniques to optimize oral hygiene, control plaque and protect teeth and gums.
- Sanitized equipment, cleaned treatment rooms and restocked supplies after each patient's treatment to maintain cleanliness and prepare for next patient.
- Gathered and reviewed patient records, data and health history to share with dentists for quick and accurate patient assessments, diagnoses and treatment.
- Assisted dentists in permanent and temporary restorative procedures, including applying dental fillings, placing temporary crowns, seating permanent crowns, orthodontics and oral surgeries.
- Passed instruments to dentist, gently sprayed water, suctioned fluids and mixed a number of materials to support dentists during procedures.
- Instructed and educated patients to prepare for oral surgery by explaining the procedure, the pre operative and post operative care plan.
- Took preliminary impressions of patient teeth to prepare for custom impressions and fabrication of permanent dental work.
- Laid out dental instruments and equipment before procedures.
Education
Associate of Science - Surgical Technology
Sinclair Community College
Dayton, OH05.2020
Associate of Science - Phi Theta Kappa
Sinclair Community College
Dayton, OH05.2020
Skills
- Multitasking
- Reliable
- Motivated
- Open to constructive criticism
- Trustworthy
- Certificate in Electrocardiography
- BLS certified
- AST member
- Phi TheTa Kappa member
- Friendly, Positive Attitude
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Attention to Detail
- Flexible and Adaptable
- Dependable and Responsible
- Critical Thinking
- Organizational Skills
- Calm Under Pressure
- Active Listening
Timeline
CVCST
Kettering Health Main Campus
05.2023 - 03.2024
CVCST
Miami Valley Hospital
11.2019 - Current
Dental Assistant
Gallagher And Sprowls
04.2000 - 10.2001
Associate of Science - Surgical Technology
Sinclair Community College
Associate of Science - Phi Theta Kappa
Sinclair Community College