Courtney Little
Atlanta,GA
Summary
Driven Surgical Technologist offering two years' experience in ambulatory and hospital settings. Well-versed in sports medicine, total joint replacement, neurology, general surgery and plastic surgery procedures. Proven leader and instrumental in developing new total joint replacement programs and educating staff on new policies, procedures and equipment. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Traveling Certified Surgical Technologist
Trustaff Travel Nursing
Atlanta, GA
09.2021 - Current
- Introduced new staff members to training protocols regarding operating room procedures, infection control, safety standards and overall facility policies.
- Worked with vendors for speedy procurement of services and equipment.
- Gathered and set up equipment, tools and supplies and arrange instruments according to surgeons' preferences or instruction.
- Provided scrubbing surgical assistance and support to surgeons during general, gynecology, genitourinary, orthopedic, neurosurgery and plastic surgery procedures.
Traveling Certified Surgical Technologist
Trustaff Travel Nursing
Charleston, SC
03.2021 - 09.2021
- Provided scrubbing surgical assistance and support to surgeons during general, gynecology, genitourinary, orthopedic, neurosurgery and plastic surgery procedures.
- Gathered and set up equipment, tools and supplies and arrange instruments according to surgeons' preferences or instruction.
- Orient myself with new facilities and facility procedures
- Assist with organ procurement
- Maintain adequate supplies in Trauma room at all times
Traveling Certified Surgical Technologist
Medely
, GA
01.2020 - Current
- Provided scrubbing surgical assistance and support to surgeons during gynecology, genitourinary, and orthopedic surgery procedures.
- Gathered and set up equipment, tools and supplies and arrange instruments according to surgeons' preferences or instruction.
- Sterilized instruments and equipment for specific procedures and arranged for surgeons.
- Follow Covid guidelines
Certified Surgical Technologist
Northside Hospital Forsyth
Cumming, GA
02.2020 - 02.2021
- Prepared instruments for terminal sterilization and reset surgical suites for next procedure.
- Delivered exemplary assistance and support to surgeons during general, gynecological, orthopedic, neurological and plastic surgery procedures.
- Communicated with vendors via surgical field to assist surgeons with new product
- Assisted in neurology, gynecology, general, orthopedic, thoracic, and sports medicine surgeries
- Created safe operating environments for invasive and non-invasive procedures.
- Worked with vendors for speedy procurement of services and equipment.
- Provided comprehensive support to surgeons specializing in sports medicine, total joint replacement, spine and orthopedic trauma treatment.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Surgical Technology
Lanier Technical College
Oakwood, GA12.2019
Bachelor of Science - Biology
Georgia Gwinnett College
Lawrenceville, GA05.2017
Skills
- Setting up and operating equipment
- Infection control protocols
- Specimen collection
- Biohazardous waste disposal
- Passing surgical instruments
- Safe sharps disposal
- Patient confidentiality
- Problem-Solving
- Decision Making
- Cultural Awareness
- Critical Thinking
- Willingness to learn
Timeline
Traveling Certified Surgical Technologist
Trustaff Travel Nursing
09.2021 - Current
Traveling Certified Surgical Technologist
Trustaff Travel Nursing
03.2021 - 09.2021
Certified Surgical Technologist
Northside Hospital Forsyth
02.2020 - 02.2021
Traveling Certified Surgical Technologist
Medely
01.2020 - Current
Associate of Applied Science - Surgical Technology
Lanier Technical College
Bachelor of Science - Biology
Georgia Gwinnett College
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