Danielle Ramirez
Los Angeles,CA
Summary
Strongly detail-oriented NBSTSA Certified Surgical Technologist graduate with hands-on clinical training at Keck Medicine of USC, seeking an entry-level position to apply sterile technique, surgical knowledge, and strong teamwork skills in a fast-paced operating room environment.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Surgical Technologist Externship
Keck Hospital of USC
Los Angeles, CA
11.2025 - 03.2026
- Completed extensive clinical training supporting surgeons, anesthesia, and nursing staff in high-volume, high acuity operating rooms for four months.
- Surgical Specialities supported: General Surgery, ENT, Plastics & Reconstructive Surgery, Ophthalmology, GU, Orthopedics, Neurosurgery, GI Scopes
- Prepared surgical instruments and equipment for various procedures.
- Maintained sterile environments to prevent infection risks.
- Collaborated with nursing staff to ensure patient safety protocols.
Logistics Coordinator
Fleet Dealership for State Agencies & Government vehicles
Alhambra, CA
10.2023 - 10.2025
- Coordinated logistics and movement of vehicles, prioritizing efficiency and workflow
- Managed and tracked vehicle inventory, ensuring accuracy and organization of records
- Identified and resolved discrepancies in inventory, demonstrating problem-solving skills
- Maintained detailed documentation and updated systems with high attention to detail
- Collaborated with multiple departments to support daily operations and meet deadlines
Cashier / Courtesy Clerk
Albertsons
Alhambra, CA
08.2021 - 10.2023
- Handled cash transactions and balanced registers, demonstrating accountability
- Delivered customer service in a high-volume environment while maintaining accuracy and attention to detail
- Communicated effectively with team members and customers to ensure smooth daily operations
- Supported team operations by managing multiple tasks & adapting to changing priorities
- Assisted with maintaining a clean, organized, and safe work environment during Covid-19
Education
Associate of Occupational Sciences - Surgical Technology
Glendale Career College
Glendale, CA05-2026
Skills
- Surgical Assisting
- Aseptic technique
- Surgical Instrument Identification & Handling
- Operating Room Setup & Turnover
- Instrument, Sponge, and Sharps Counts
- Infection control
- Patient positioning
- Basic Surgical Equipment Operation
- Anatomy knowledge
- Attention to detail
- Team collaboration
- Effective communication
- Problem resolution
- Time management
Availability
Mon-Sun, AM/PM, Full-time, Part-time, Flexible
References
Provided upon request.
Certification
- NBSTSA National Certification
- BLS, CPR
- LA Fire Safety
Timeline
Surgical Technologist Externship
Keck Hospital of USC
11.2025 - 03.2026
Logistics Coordinator
Fleet Dealership for State Agencies & Government vehicles
10.2023 - 10.2025
Cashier / Courtesy Clerk
Albertsons
08.2021 - 10.2023
Associate of Occupational Sciences - Surgical Technology
Glendale Career College