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Debra Gardner

Wichita,KS

Summary

Dynamic Certified Surgical Technologist with extensive experience at UTSouthwestern CUH, excelling in pre-surgical preparation and infection control protocols. Proven ability to enhance patient safety and expedite surgery room turnover. Recognized for strong communication skills and adaptability in high-pressure environments, ensuring efficient support to surgical teams and minimizing complications.

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.

Certified surgical professional prepared to enhance surgical team efficiency and patient safety. Proven ability to assist in complex procedures and maintain sterile environments. Known for strong teamwork and adaptability in fast-paced settings, with expertise in surgical instrumentation and sterile techniques.

Overview

25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Certified Surgical Technologist

LRS Healthcare Travel Agency
04.2022 - 05.2025
  • 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.
  • Assisted surgeons in complex procedures, ensuring efficient completion and minimized complications.
  • Reduced surgery time by effectively anticipating surgeon''s needs and providing timely assistance.
  • Enhanced patient safety by maintaining a sterile surgical environment and adhering to strict protocols.
  • Gathered and set up equipment, tools, and supplies and arrange instruments according to surgeons' preferences or instruction.

CST

PRN Medical Staffing
02.2021 - 06.2023
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
  • Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
  • Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
  • Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.

CST Adv

UTSouthwestern CUH
04.2015 - 03.2021
  • Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
  • Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
  • Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
  • Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
  • Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
  • Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.
  • Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently.
  • Learned and adapted quickly to new technology and software applications.
  • Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.

CST

Baylor Medical Center of Frisco
01.2007 - 01.2015
  • Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
  • Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects.
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.

CST

Muskogee Regional Medical Center
03.2000 - 01.2007
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
  • Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
  • Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.

Education

Surgical Technology

Muskogee Regional Med Center School of Surgical Te
Muskogee, OK
10-2003

High School Diploma -

Muskogee High School
Muskogee, OK
05-1988

Skills

  • Pre- and post-surgical counts
  • Safe sharps disposal
  • Surgical equipment operation
  • Professionalism and ethics
  • Pre-surgical preparation
  • Sterile technique mastery
  • Biohazardous waste disposal
  • Setting up and operating equipment
  • Infection control protocols

Accomplishments

  • Trained multiple new surgical technologists.
  • Introduced strict infection control protocols, reducing post-surgical complications
  • Built strong relationships with surgeons and learned set up preferences to streamline surgeries.


Certification

  • CST - Certified Surgical Technologist
  • BLS Training - 2yrs

Timeline

Certified Surgical Technologist

LRS Healthcare Travel Agency
04.2022 - 05.2025

CST

PRN Medical Staffing
02.2021 - 06.2023

CST Adv

UTSouthwestern CUH
04.2015 - 03.2021

CST

Baylor Medical Center of Frisco
01.2007 - 01.2015

CST

Muskogee Regional Medical Center
03.2000 - 01.2007

Surgical Technology

Muskogee Regional Med Center School of Surgical Te

High School Diploma -

Muskogee High School

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