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Deborah Pinto

Springdale,AR

Summary

Qualified Certified Surgical Technologist with wide background in surgical procedures and patient care. Successfully assisted in numerous high-stakes surgeries, ensuring sterile environments and seamless workflow. Demonstrated proficiency in instrument sterilization and effective communication within surgical teams.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Certified Surgical Technologist

BoozmanHof
08.2024 - Current
  • Assist surgeons in surgical procedures: LASIK, Cataract, Cornea Transplants (DMEK,DSEK), Glaucoma.
  • Keep up with inventory lenses, glaucoma implants, instrumentation.
  • Assist nurses in pre/post department.

CVOR Surgical Technologist

Northwest Medical Center
06.2023 - 12.2024
  • Setup operating and surgery rooms by preparing equipment and supplies for upcoming procedures.
  • Positioned patients and set up drapes to create comfortable surgical environment for patients.
  • Gathered and set up equipment, tools, and supplies and arrange instruments according to surgeons' preferences or instruction.
  • Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
  • Worked with vendors for speedy procurement of services and equipment.
  • Introduced new staff members to training protocols regarding operating room procedures, infection control, safety standards, and overall facility policies.
  • Maintained specialty equipment, implant, and instrumentation inventories.
  • Maintained high infection control standards.

Traveling Certified Surgical Technologist

Aya Healthcare
11.2022 - 05.2023
  • Demonstrated adaptability by swiftly acclimating to new facilities, staff, and operational processes while traveling between assignments.
  • Ensured timely completion of surgeries with accurate instrument counts and efficient equipment setup and breakdown.
  • Assisted surgeons in diverse specialties, adapting seamlessly to various procedures and facility requirements.
  • Worked in busy level I trauma centers, assisted in various surgeries including Neuro, Orthopedic, General, Colorectal.

Certified Surgical Technologist

Washington Regional Medical Center/ NorthHills
04.2021 - 11.2022
  • Anticipated surgeons needs and handed instruments and supplies to surgeons during procedures.
  • Setup operating and surgery rooms by preparing equipment and supplies for upcoming procedures.
  • Demonstrated adaptability when faced with emergency situations or unexpected complications during surgeries, providing prompt support to surgical teams.
  • Expedited surgery room turnover times by swiftly preparing operating rooms for subsequent surgeries, maximizing efficiency within the department.
  • Performed accurate instrument counts, preventing potential surgical complications due to retained items.
  • Positioned patients and set up drapes to create comfortable surgical environment for patients.
  • Assisted in variety of specialties including OBGYN, ENT, General, Eyes, Orthopedics.

Certified Surgical Technologist

St John’s Medical Center
06.2020 - 07.2021
  • Set up equipment, tools and supplies needed for procedures and organize instruments as directed in surgeons' preference cards.
  • Handed instruments and supplies to surgeons during procedures.
  • Cleaned and sterilized operating rooms.
  • Collected and prepared tissue specimens for laboratory analysis.
  • Collaborated with operating room staff to cultivate efficiency and prepare for scheduled and emergency procedures.
  • Effectively supported surgeons in fast-paced healthcare environments, resulting in better patient care.
  • Assisted surgeon with patient preparation for total joint replacement procedures.
  • Collaborated with vendors and service providers to coordinate required services and equipment.

Medical Interpreter

St Francis Hospital
06.2019 - 06.2020
  • Interpret and translate complex medical information to patients who speak a foreign language
  • Ensure complete understanding of medical information between doctors, nurses, medical staff, and patients

Unit Secretary/ Scheduler- Surgery

Arkansas Children's Hospital Northwest
10.2017 - 05.2019
  • Answer telephone calls promptly using appropriate communication skills to screen, record and route calls/messages to appropriate personnel/department
  • Increased flow of department through organization skills
  • In charge of operating room scheduling
  • Assisted in operating room and patient room turnover
  • Other duties as designated by Surgery Director/Team Leader

Access Coordinator II

University Of Arkansas For Medical Sciences
08.2015 - 10.2017
  • Patient check-in
  • Creating scheduling templates
  • Insurance verification
  • Posting and submitting all billing
  • Closely working with social work during triage to help assist families in need of services such as TEFRA, TITLE V
  • Team lead for front office overlooking 6 employees
  • Support/back up for front office manager
  • Conducted interviews and disciplinary action
  • Managed section chief's calendar and schedule meetings

Education

Tech in Surgery, Certified (NCCT) - Surgical Technology

Central Technology Center - Drumright
Drumright, OK
2020

Certification - Medical Terminology

Northwest Technical Institute
Springdale, AR
2011

Certification - Keyboarding/Data Entry,

East Los Angeles Occupational Center
Los Angeles, CA
2007

Certification - Computer Software Applications

East Los Angeles Occupational Center
Los Angeles, CA
2007

Skills

  • Strong attention to detail
  • Excellent listening skills and ability to take direction
  • Ability to work in high volume environment under stressful situations requiring quick action and adaptability to rapid change and response
  • Excellent professional customer service skills
  • Self motivated and able to function without Direct Supervision
  • Knowledge in anatomy, physiology, patient safety, and medical terminology
  • Knowledge of cleaning and sterilization process of medical equipment
  • Fluent in Spanish

Certification

BLS Certification, American Heart Association, Effective January 2025-January 2027

Tech In Surgery, Certified (NCCT) Effective June 2020

Timeline

Certified Surgical Technologist

BoozmanHof
08.2024 - Current

CVOR Surgical Technologist

Northwest Medical Center
06.2023 - 12.2024

Traveling Certified Surgical Technologist

Aya Healthcare
11.2022 - 05.2023

Certified Surgical Technologist

Washington Regional Medical Center/ NorthHills
04.2021 - 11.2022

Certified Surgical Technologist

St John’s Medical Center
06.2020 - 07.2021

Medical Interpreter

St Francis Hospital
06.2019 - 06.2020

Unit Secretary/ Scheduler- Surgery

Arkansas Children's Hospital Northwest
10.2017 - 05.2019

Access Coordinator II

University Of Arkansas For Medical Sciences
08.2015 - 10.2017

Certification - Medical Terminology

Northwest Technical Institute

Certification - Keyboarding/Data Entry,

East Los Angeles Occupational Center

Certification - Computer Software Applications

East Los Angeles Occupational Center

Tech in Surgery, Certified (NCCT) - Surgical Technology

Central Technology Center - Drumright

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