David Kraus
Heyburn,ID
Summary
Experienced with surgical procedures, patient care, and maintaining sterile environments. Utilizes skills in instrument sterilization and efficient communication to support surgical teams. Track record of ensuring seamless operations and patient safety during surgeries.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Certified Surgical Technologist
Minidoka Memorial Hospital
Rupert, ID
07.2024 - Current
- Prepared and maintained sterile surgical instruments and equipment for procedures.
- Assisted surgical teams during operations, ensuring efficiency and adherence to protocols.
- Conducted inventory management of surgical supplies, ensuring availability and compliance with safety standards.
- Implemented best practices for infection control, contributing to improved patient outcomes.
- Assisted surgical team in preparing operating rooms and ensuring sterile environments.
Certified Surgical Technologist
SCA Healthcare
Ogden, UT
07.2023 - 06.2024
- Monitored patient vitals throughout surgeries, responding promptly to changes as needed.
- Evaluated procedure needs and set up equipment, tools, supplies, and instruments.
- Managed surgical instruments and supplies, maintaining organization and readiness for procedures.
- Enhanced patient safety by maintaining a sterile surgical environment and adhering to strict protocols.
Surgical Technologist
St. Joseph's Regional Hospital and Medical Center
Phoenix, AZ
12.2018 - 08.2021
- Prepared surgical instruments and equipment, ensuring sterile environment for procedures.
- Assisted surgeons during operations, anticipating needs and providing necessary support.
- Maintained inventory of surgical supplies, optimizing stock levels for efficiency.
- Collaborated with nursing staff to coordinate patient care and surgical schedules.
Education
Tech in Surgery, Certified - Medical
The Bryman School of Arizona
Phoenix, AZ07-2013
Skills
- Pre- and post-surgical counts
- Safe sharps disposal
- Surgical equipment operation
- Professionalism and ethics
- Setting up and operating equipment
- Infection control protocols
- Patient positioning expertise
- Patient confidentiality
- Workplace safety
- Wound dressing
- Suturing
Timeline
Certified Surgical Technologist
Minidoka Memorial Hospital
07.2024 - Current
Certified Surgical Technologist
SCA Healthcare
07.2023 - 06.2024
Surgical Technologist
St. Joseph's Regional Hospital and Medical Center
12.2018 - 08.2021
Tech in Surgery, Certified - Medical
The Bryman School of Arizona