Crystal Day
Summary
Focused professional well versed in wide range procedures. Adept in quickly preparing surgical suites per procedure and surgeon instructions. Expertise in sterile and aseptic techniques.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Surgical Technologist & Sterile Processing Tech
Louisiana Surgery Center
Ruston
11.2025 - Current
- Set up sterile table and passed instruments to surgeons during orthopedic and pain injection procedures, ensuring efficiency and safety.
- Gowns and gloves surgeon and assistants while maintaining a sterile field
- Performs appropriate counts with circulator prior to the operation and before incision is closed
- Cleans and prepares instruments for terminal sterilization
- Assists other members of team with terminal cleaning of room
- As a Sterile processing tech I clean, inspect, sterilize, and assemble surgical instruments and medical equipment for my department
- Collaborated with supervisor to ensure availability of correct instruments and supplies for daily cases, enhancing operational readiness.
Surgical Technologist
Advanced Surgery Center
Monroe
03.2024 - 11.2025
- Set up sterile table and passed instruments to surgeons during orthopedic, podiatry, ENT, neuro, and pain injection procedures, ensuring efficient workflow in operating room
- Gowns and gloves surgeon and assistants while maintaining a sterile field
- Performs appropriate counts with circulator prior to the operation and before incision is closed
- Ensured surgical instruments were cleaned and prepared for terminal sterilization to maintain hygienic practices.
- Assisted team with terminal cleaning of room, contributing to a safe and sterile environment for subsequent procedures
Surgical Technologist
Glenwood Regional Medical Center-Surgery Center
West Monroe
07.2019 - 03.2024
- Set up sterile table and passed instruments and sharps to surgeon during orthopedic, general, gyn, urology, ENT, podiatry, and endoscopy procedures to ensure efficient workflow
- Gowns and gloves surgeon and assistants while maintaining a sterile field
- Assisted in gowning and gloving surgical team members to maintain sterile field. surgeon and assistants while maintaining a sterile field
- Cleaned and prepared instruments for terminal sterilization, ensuring compliance with safety and hygiene standards
- Assisted team members with terminal cleaning of room to maintain sterile environment post-procedure
Surgical Technologist
AllianceHealth Woodward
Woodward
08.2013 - 06.2019
- Maintains the sterile field & anticipates surgeons' needs
- Verified and organized supplies and equipment for surgical procedures
- Performs appropriate counts with circulator prior to the operation and before incision is closed
- Gowned and gloved surgeons and assistants to ensure sterile environment
- Gowned and gloved the surgeon and assistants before procedures
- Cleaned and prepared instruments for terminal sterilization to maintain safety standards
- Assists other members of team with terminal cleaning of room
Surgical Technologist
Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital
Dallas
07.2008 - 06.2012
- Verified surgical supplies for upcoming procedures. and equipment needed for surgical procedure
- Prepared sterile table and passed instruments and sharps to surgeon during general, bariatric, and orthopedic procedures, facilitating efficient surgical workflow
- Verified supplies and equipment for surgical procedures, ensuring readiness and compliance with safety standards
- Executed post-operative procedures for care of instruments, supplies, and equipment, maintaining sterility and readiness for future use
Surgical Technologist Labor & Delivery
Glenwood Reginal Medical Center
West Monroe
07.2006 - 07.2008
- Prepared patients for C-sections, ensuring readiness for surgical procedures
- Assisted nurses during vaginal deliveries, contributing to safe and effective patient care
- Cleaned delivery rooms post-delivery, maintaining a sterile environment for subsequent procedures
- Cleans delivery rooms after delivery
- Demonstrated understanding of aseptic technique in patient care
- Takes specimens to the lab
- Puts orders into the hospital system for patients' procedures
- Answers the phone with a positive attitude
- Assisted team members with various tasks
Extern-ship as a Surgical Technologist
Lincoln General Hospital
Ruston
04.2006 - 06.2006
- Demonstrated knowledge of perioperative, intra-operative, and post-operative care of patients in the Surgery Department
- Assisted healthcare professionals with patient care and daily operations.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of medical supplies and equipment.
- Supported patient admissions and discharge processes efficiently.
Support Tech
St. Francis Medical Center
Monroe
06.2002 - 06.2006
- Transported patients to and from X-ray Department, ensuring timely access to imaging services
- Organized and categorized files in an efficient manner
- Sorted and stored reports in designated filing areas
- Takes appropriate specimens to the lab when asked
- Responded to incoming calls with a friendly demeanor
Education
Associate of Occupational Studies Degree - Surgical Technology
Career Technical College
Monroe, LaSkills
- Sterile processing
- Surgical instrument handling
- Aseptic Technique
- CPR certification
- Organizational skills
- Time management skills
- Teamwork
Awards
- Deans List: Spring Quarter 2005
- Presidents List: Summer Quarter 2005
- Perfect Attendance: Winter Quarter 2005
- Award for Excellence in the Essentials of Medical Technology
- Presidents List: Winter Quarter 2006
Timeline
Surgical Technologist & Sterile Processing Tech
Louisiana Surgery Center
11.2025 - Current
Surgical Technologist
Advanced Surgery Center
03.2024 - 11.2025
Surgical Technologist
Glenwood Regional Medical Center-Surgery Center
07.2019 - 03.2024
Surgical Technologist
AllianceHealth Woodward
08.2013 - 06.2019
Surgical Technologist
Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital
07.2008 - 06.2012
Surgical Technologist Labor & Delivery
Glenwood Reginal Medical Center
07.2006 - 07.2008
Extern-ship as a Surgical Technologist
Lincoln General Hospital
04.2006 - 06.2006
Support Tech
St. Francis Medical Center
06.2002 - 06.2006
Associate of Occupational Studies Degree - Surgical Technology
Career Technical College