Deena Tickle
Winter Haven,USA
Summary
Focused professional well versed in wide range procedures. Adept in quickly preparing surgical suites per procedure and surgeon instructions. Expertise in sterile and aseptic techniques. Board certified by national board of surgical technology and surgical assisting. Reliable Certified Surgical Technologist with notable experience in fast-paced surgical environments. Proficient in providing surgical assistance, managing sterilization procedures, and maintaining patient safety standards. Strengths include robust knowledge of surgical instruments, keen observational skills, and ability to work efficiently under pressure. Committed to improving operating room efficiency and patient outcomes through diligent teamwork and technical aptitude. Detail-focused Certified Surgical Technologist known for high productivity and efficient task completion. Possess specialized skills in sterile technique, instrumentation setup, and surgical assistance, ensuring smooth operation of all surgical procedures. Excel in teamwork, problem-solving, and adaptability, contributing to positive outcomes in fast-paced surgical environments. Motivated professional adept at handling instruments, supplies, and equipment for non-invasive to minimally invasive procedures. Well versed in all operating room activities with a commitment to upholding the highest standard of sterile technique during procedures. Excited to bring several year background to growing organization. Versatile professional bringing several years' experience to growing hospital. Highly proficient in various surgical procedures with success in contributing to the achievement of high patient outcome targets. Skilled in all elements of operating room setup, including inventory management, aseptic techniques, and preparing patients for procedures. Currently pursuing board certification. Fastidious professional with many years in healthcare, excited to bring talent and expertise to new company. Highly adept in preparing operating rooms, testing, and maintaining equipment and preparing patients for surgery. Well versed in aseptic techniques and infection control measures. Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills. Hardworking employee with customer service, multitasking, and time management abilities. Devoted to giving every customer a positive and memorable experience.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Certified Surgical Technologist
Aya Healthcare
San Diego, California
08.2023 - Current
- Assisted in preparing and maintaining sterile environments for surgical procedures.
- Collaborated with surgical teams to ensure efficient instrument handling and organization.
- Monitored surgical supplies and restocked items as needed during operations.
- Supported surgeons by passing instruments and anticipating their needs during procedures.
- Followed established protocols for infection control and patient safety measures.
- Participated in team briefings to discuss surgery plans and patient information updates.
- Maintained aseptic technique throughout the procedure.
- Prepared operating room for surgical procedures, including setting up sterile field.
- Performed instrument counts before, during, and after surgeries as required by hospital policy.
- Helped maintain an organized working environment in the OR through cleaning, stocking supplies, and organizing equipment carts.
- Identified potential problems before they occurred by closely observing the sterile field and personnel involved in the procedure.
- Demonstrated knowledge of principles of asepsis while preparing and caring for patients undergoing surgery.
- Assisted with scrubbing in for each case as needed.
- Performed various duties such as applying dressings to incisions sites postoperatively.
- Responded quickly to changes in patient status or emergency situations.
- Used retractors, sponges and suctioning and irrigating equipment to create unobstructed operating fields.
- Adhered to department policies regarding infection control practices.
- Participated in continuing education activities related to job responsibilities.
- Provided assistance during cesarean sections, hysterectomies, orthopedic repairs, wound closure suturing techniques and other types of surgical procedures as needed.
- Provided instruction on proper techniques of handling instruments to new team members.
- Maintained inventory levels of medical supplies within assigned areas of responsibility.
- Sterilized medical equipment and properly handled contaminated materials.
- Recounted surgical instruments and supplies at end of operation, eliminating chance of items left inside patient.
- Organized and maintained unobstructed operative fields to foster immediate access to retractors and suctioning and irrigation equipment.
- Assessed procedure requirements and procured appropriate equipment and tools.
Certified Surgical Technologist
Cross Country Healthcare
Boca Raton, Florida
09.2014 - 08.2023
- Assisted in preparing and maintaining sterile environments for surgical procedures.
- Collaborated with surgical teams to ensure efficient instrument handling and organization.
- Monitored surgical supplies and restocked items as needed during operations.
- Supported surgeons by passing instruments and anticipating their needs during procedures.
- Followed established protocols for infection control and patient safety measures.
- Participated in team briefings to discuss surgery plans and patient information updates.
- Assisted surgeons during operative procedures by anticipating their needs and passing instruments.
- Ensured that all equipment was functioning properly prior to use in the operating room.
- Maintained aseptic technique throughout the procedure.
- Prepared operating room for surgical procedures, including setting up sterile field.
- Performed instrument counts before, during, and after surgeries as required by hospital policy.
- Helped maintain an organized working environment in the OR through cleaning, stocking supplies, and organizing equipment carts.
- Identified potential problems before they occurred by closely observing the sterile field and personnel involved in the procedure.
- Demonstrated knowledge of principles of asepsis while preparing and caring for patients undergoing surgery.
- Assisted with scrubbing in for each case as needed.
- Performed various duties such as applying dressings to incisions sites postoperatively.
- Responded quickly to changes in patient status or emergency situations.
- Used retractors, sponges and suctioning and irrigating equipment to create unobstructed operating fields.
- Adhered to department policies regarding infection control practices.
- Participated in continuing education activities related to job responsibilities.
- Provided instruction on proper techniques of handling instruments to new team members.
- Maintained inventory levels of medical supplies within assigned areas of responsibility.
- Sterilized medical equipment and properly handled contaminated materials.
- Recounted surgical instruments and supplies at end of operation, eliminating chance of items left inside patient.
- Assessed procedure requirements and procured appropriate equipment and tools.
- Maintained reusable surgical instrumentation and equipment, including decontamination, cleaning, sterilizing, storing and distributing.
- Laid out all instruments, supplies and tools as directed by surgeons.
- Collaborated with vendors and service providers to coordinate required services and equipment.
- Provided technical assistance to surgeons, surgical nurses or anesthesiologists.
- Prepared patients for surgery by positioning on operating table and covering with sterile surgical drapes to prevent exposure.
- Maintained proper sterile field during surgical procedures.
- Cleaned and restocked operating room, gathering and placing equipment and supplies.
- Assisted surgeon with patient preparation for total joint replacement procedures.
Certified Surgical Technologist
Lakewales Medical Center
Lake Wales, Florida
12.2005 - 09.2014
- Assisted surgical team in preparing operating rooms and equipment.
- Sterilized instruments and maintained a clean surgical environment.
- Managed surgical supplies and ensured availability for procedures.
- Positioned patients safely and effectively for various surgical procedures.
- Monitored sterile techniques to prevent infection during operations.
- Supported surgeons by passing instruments and anticipating needs during surgery.
- Educated new staff on best practices in surgical technology protocols.
- Assisted surgeons during operative procedures by anticipating their needs and passing instruments.
- Ensured that all equipment was functioning properly prior to use in the operating room.
- Maintained aseptic technique throughout the procedure.
- Prepared operating room for surgical procedures, including setting up sterile field.
- Performed instrument counts before, during, and after surgeries as required by hospital policy.
- Helped maintain an organized working environment in the OR through cleaning, stocking supplies, and organizing equipment carts.
- Identified potential problems before they occurred by closely observing the sterile field and personnel involved in the procedure.
- Demonstrated knowledge of principles of asepsis while preparing and caring for patients undergoing surgery.
- Assisted with scrubbing in for each case as needed.
- Performed various duties such as applying dressings to incisions sites postoperatively.
- Responded quickly to changes in patient status or emergency situations.
- Used retractors, sponges and suctioning and irrigating equipment to create unobstructed operating fields.
- Adhered to department policies regarding infection control practices.
- Participated in continuing education activities related to job responsibilities.
- Provided assistance during cesarean sections, hysterectomies, orthopedic repairs, wound closure suturing techniques and other types of surgical procedures as needed.
- Provided instruction on proper techniques of handling instruments to new team members.
- Followed safety guidelines when transporting patients from one area to another inside the facility.
- Sterilized medical equipment and properly handled contaminated materials.
- Recounted surgical instruments and supplies at end of operation, eliminating chance of items left inside patient.
- Organized and maintained unobstructed operative fields to foster immediate access to retractors and suctioning and irrigation equipment.
- Assessed procedure requirements and procured appropriate equipment and tools.
- Maintained reusable surgical instrumentation and equipment, including decontamination, cleaning, sterilizing, storing and distributing.
- Collaborated with vendors and service providers to coordinate required services and equipment.
- Provided technical assistance to surgeons, surgical nurses or anesthesiologists.
- Prepared patients for surgery by positioning on operating table and covering with sterile surgical drapes to prevent exposure.
- Maintained proper sterile field during surgical procedures.
- Cleaned and restocked operating room, gathering and placing equipment and supplies.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Surgical Technologist
Baker College
Flint, MISkills
- Aseptic technique
- Surgical instrumentation
- Infection control
- Operating room preparation
- Instrument counting
- Patient safety protocols
- Emergency response
- Problem solving
- Attention to detail
- Effective communication
- Continuous education participation
- Professionalism and ethics
- Safe sharps disposal
- Setting up and operating equipment
- Infection control protocols
- Patient positioning expertise
- Workplace safety
- Safely disposing of needles
- HIPAA proficiency
- Passing surgical tools
- Disposing of biohazardous waste
- Dressing wounds
- Patient confidentiality
- Aseptic and sterilization techniques
- Preparing for surgeries
- Surgical counts
- Sterile technique mastery
- Pre- and post-surgical counts
- Medical terminology proficiency
- Anatomy and physiology
- Instrument preparation
- Surgical procedures
- Surgical equipment operation
- Infection control practices
- Surgical gowning
- Intra-operative assistance
References
Available upon request.
Languages
English, Full Professional
Timeline
Certified Surgical Technologist
Aya Healthcare
08.2023 - Current
Certified Surgical Technologist
Cross Country Healthcare
09.2014 - 08.2023
Certified Surgical Technologist
Lakewales Medical Center
12.2005 - 09.2014
Associate of Applied Science - Surgical Technologist
Baker College