Savanna Snyder
Danville,PA
Summary
Skilled Certified Surgical Technologist with a proven track record at Geisinger Bloomsburg Hospital, excelling in aseptic techniques and patient care. Demonstrates ability to anticipate surgeon needs, ensuring efficient procedural support. Also eager to learn and adapt to new skills and procedures.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified Surgical Technologist
Geisinger
09.2023 - Current
- Setup operating and surgery rooms by preparing equipment and supplies for upcoming procedures.
- Enhanced patient safety by maintaining a sterile surgical environment and adhering to strict protocols.
- Ensured proper handling of specimens during surgeries, aiding in accurate diagnostic results for patients.
- Mentored junior staff members on proper techniques and best practices within the field of surgical technology, promoting professional growth among peers.
- Performed accurate instrument counts, preventing potential surgical complications due to retained items.
- Prepared instruments for terminal sterilization and reset surgical suites for next procedure.
- Collected, prepared and disposed of medical specimens.
Education
Associates - Surgical Technology
McCann School of Business And Technology
Lewisburg, PA08-2023
Skills
- Pre- and post-surgical counts
- Safe sharps disposal
- Surgical equipment operation
- Setting up and operating equipment
- Medical terminology proficiency
- Anatomy and physiology
- Surgical gowning
- Instrument preparation
- Aseptic Techniques
- Problem-solving abilities
- Reliability
- Multitasking Abilities
Certification
- CST - Certified Surgical Technologist | NBSTSA Certified | 2023
- Basic Life Support [BLS] | American Heart Association | April 2023
Clearances
- Child Abuse Clearance
- FBI Fingerprints Clearance
- PA Criminal Background Check
Timeline
Certified Surgical Technologist
Geisinger
09.2023 - Current
Associates - Surgical Technology
McCann School of Business And Technology