DENA'E HOOKS
Oklahoma City
Summary
Dynamic Surgical Technologist with proven expertise at Integris Baptist Medical Center, excelling in aseptic techniques and critical thinking. Enhanced surgical efficiency by anticipating needs and ensuring optimal OR preparation, contributing to improved patient outcomes. Recognized for strong leadership and adaptability in fast-paced environments, consistently delivering high-quality care.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
Work History
Surgical Technologist
Integris Baptist Medical Center
06.1998 - Current
- Maintained high infection control standards.
- Prepared operating rooms with required instruments, ensuring efficient setup for various surgical cases.
- Setup operating and surgery rooms by preparing equipment and supplies for upcoming procedures.
- Minimized infection risks by strictly adhering to aseptic techniques when handling surgical supplies and equipment.
- Assisted surgeons in complex procedures for optimal patient outcomes and reduced recovery time.
- Evaluated procedure needs and set up equipment, tools, supplies, and instruments.
- Supported smooth transitions between surgeries by promptly preparing the operating room for subsequent cases.
- Increased efficiency during surgeries by anticipating surgeon''s needs and providing timely assistance.
Surgical Scheduler
Integris Baptist Medical Center
04.2016 - 05.2025
- Responded proactively to requests from supervisors and peers alike, displaying strong problem-solving abilities.
- Managed time efficiently while juggling multiple duties under tight deadlines, resulting in consistent performance.
- Demonstrated adaptability in performing various tasks as needed, ensuring seamless work flow.
- Responsible for scheduling cases for physician's and staffing the cases with adequate staff.
Surgical Technologist
OU Children's Hospital
Education
No Degree - Surgical Technology/Radiology
Oklahoma City Community College
Oklahoma City, OKNo Degree - Surgical Technology
Metro Tech
Oklahoma City, OK05-1998
Skills
- Aseptic techniques
- Critical thinking
- Sterile technique proficiency
- Setting up and operating equipment
- Pre- and post-surgical counts
- Safe sharps disposal
- Infection control protocols
- Leadership qualities
- Workplace safety
- Wound dressing
- Specimen collection
- Pre-surgical preparation
- Wound closure techniques
- Patient positioning expertise
- Medication administration
- Patient safety
- Surgical procedures
- OR preparation
- Equipment set up and operation
- Surgical gowning
- Dressing wounds
- HIPAA proficiency
- Passing surgical tools
- Preparing for surgeries
- Attention to detail
Timeline
Surgical Scheduler
Integris Baptist Medical Center
04.2016 - 05.2025
Surgical Technologist
Integris Baptist Medical Center
06.1998 - Current
Surgical Technologist
OU Children's Hospital
No Degree - Surgical Technology/Radiology
Oklahoma City Community College
No Degree - Surgical Technology
Metro Tech
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