Cristal Diaz
Katy,TX
Summary
Dedicated Surgical Technologist and Central Service Technician with expertise in ambulatory surgery environments. Ensures patient safety through precise instrument handling and effective communication. Maintains sterile fields and supports streamlined surgical workflows, contributing to optimal procedure outcomes.
Overview
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Certification
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years of professional experience
Work History
Certified Registered Central Service Technician
USPI
Houston, TX
03.2024 - Current
- Prepared and sterilized surgical instruments, ensuring safety and readiness for patient procedures.
- Followed sterilization protocols to meet health and safety standards.
- Inspected and tested medical equipment for proper function.
- Completed routine maintenance and troubleshooting to improve equipment reliability.
- Managed inventory of medical supplies, maintaining necessary stock levels for timely access during surgeries.
- Conducted regular audits of supply levels, streamlining inventory management to prevent shortages.
Certified Surgical Technologist
USPI
Houston, TX
07.2016 - Current
- Facilitated surgical tasks by providing assistance to surgeons. and nurses during operating room procedures to ensure efficient execution of surgical plans.
- Coordinated with surgical team to enhance workflow and maintain patient safety throughout procedures.
- Maintained sterile field throughout surgical cases.
- Prepared sterile instrument sets for USPI ambulatory surgery center cases.
- Assisted surgeons during operating room procedures.
- Verified instrument counts with circulating nurse.
- Delivered clear updates and information to team members during surgical procedures, facilitating effective communication.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Certified Surgical Technologist
The College of Health Care Professions
TX06-2016
Skills
- Aseptic technique
- Sterile field maintenance
- Instrument counting
- Patient safety
- Safety protocols expertise
- Specimen collection
- Attention to detail
- Critical thinking
- Problem solving
- Team communication
Languages
Spanish
Professional
Certification
- Certified Surgical Technologist
Affiliations
- Volunteer on Surgical Mission Trips
- Preceptor at MHSCK
Timeline
Certified Registered Central Service Technician
USPI
03.2024 - Current
Certified Surgical Technologist
USPI
07.2016 - Current
Associate of Applied Science - Certified Surgical Technologist
The College of Health Care Professions