Delia Danielson
Allen,TX
Summary
Surgical Technology student graduating April 2026 with hands-on clinical experience in multi-specialty hospital settings including orthopedics, general surgery, colorectal, plastics, ENT, OB/GYN, and robotic procedures. Recognized for strong sterile technique, anticipation of surgeon needs, and maintaining composure in high-pressure operating room environments. Former law enforcement professional with over a decade of experience prioritizing safety, precision, and teamwork. Actively preparing for CST certification upon graduation.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Surgical Technologist Student
Medical City Plano
Plano, TX
02.2026 - Current
- Prepare operating suites and organize instruments and equipment for diverse surgical specialties in a high-volume hospital environment.
- Maintain sterile field integrity and assist surgeons by anticipating needs and passing instruments efficiently.
- Participate in surgical counts with circulating nurses to ensure patient safety.
- Assist with patient positioning, prepping, draping, and room turnover.
- Practiced proper handling and disposal of biohazard materials.
Surgical Technologist Student
Methodist Southlake Hospital
Southlake, TX
11.2025 - 02.2026
- Scrubbed and assisted in orthopedic, plastics, ENT, OB/GYN, general surgery, urology, and colorectal procedures.
- Supported colon and rectal cases including resections and anastomosis procedures.
- Assisted with da Vinci Xi robotic cases across multiple specialties.
- Maintained sterile technique in high-risk contamination environments.
- Anticipated surgeon needs and contributed to efficient case flow.
Sales Associate
La Ocasion Bridal Shop
Dallas, TX
02.2019 - 11.2025
- Assisted customers in selecting bridal gowns, ensuring alignment with their vision and preferences.
- Managed inventory levels, ensuring merchandise availability and organization on the sales floor.
- Trained new associates on customer service protocols and product knowledge for improved performance.
Police Officer
Dallas Area Rapid Transit Police Department
Dallas, TX
03.2009 - 01.2019
- Enforced laws and regulations to maintain public safety and order.
- Responded promptly to emergency calls, providing critical assistance as needed.
- Operated in high-pressure, rapidly evolving environments requiring critical thinking and decisive action.
- Mentored and trained new officers in field operations.
Education
Associate of Science - Surgical Technology
Concorde Career College
Dallas, TX04.2026
Associate of Arts - Education
El Centro College
Dallas, TX05.2006
Skills
- Multi-Specialty Surgical Support
- Sterile Field Maintenance
- Surgical Counts & Safety Protocols
- Instrument Setup & Organization
- Colon & Rectal Case Experience
- Robotic (da Vinci Xi) Exposure
- Orthopedic & Plastics Procedures
- ENT & General Surgery
- Patient Positioning, Prepping & Draping
- Equipment Troubleshooting
- Efficient Room Turnover
- High-Stress Performance
- Initiative and proactivity
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Surgical Technologist Student
Medical City Plano
02.2026 - Current
Surgical Technologist Student
Methodist Southlake Hospital
11.2025 - 02.2026
Sales Associate
La Ocasion Bridal Shop
02.2019 - 11.2025
Police Officer
Dallas Area Rapid Transit Police Department
03.2009 - 01.2019
Associate of Science - Surgical Technology
Concorde Career College
Associate of Arts - Education
El Centro College