Derrick Washington
Fresno,TX
Summary
Accomplished Surgical Technologist with a proven track record at Houston Methodist Hospital and St Luke's Hospital, enhancing patient care and surgical efficiency through expert application of aseptic techniques and strong organizational abilities. Excelled in reducing infection risks and streamlining operating room setups, demonstrating a commitment to safety and team collaboration.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Surgical Technologist
Houston Methodist Hospital
01.2016 - 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.
Lead Surgical Technologist
St Luke's Hospital And Medical Center
11.2005 - 01.2016
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams for optimal patient care throughout pre-op, intraoperative, and post-op phases.
- Increased patient satisfaction through compassionate pre-and post-operative care, addressing concerns and answering questions.
- Mitigated risks associated with surgical procedures by meticulously adhering to established protocols, ensuring the safety and well-being of patients at all times.
- Saved time in emergency situations by rapidly assembling required equipment for urgent surgical interventions.
- Upheld high standards of cleanliness by decontaminating all reusable equipment after each procedure according to established guidelines.
- Streamlined operating room efficiency by organizing surgical instruments and equipment for easy access during procedures.
- Promoted a positive work atmosphere through strong teamwork skills while maintaining professionalism under pressure during critical situations.
- Assisted in reducing hospital readmissions due to infections with diligent attention to infection control practices in the operating room setting.
Education
Associate of Science - Surgical Technology
Houston Community College
Houston, TX08.2005
Skills
- Aseptic Techniques
- Sterile Technique Proficiency
- Surgical Instrument Knowledge
- Setting up and operating equipment
- Surgical Assistance
- Equipment set up
- Anatomy Understanding
- Pre- and post-surgical counts
- Safe sharps disposal
- Organizational abilities
- Infection control protocols
Certification
CPR Certified
Timeline
Surgical Technologist
Houston Methodist Hospital
01.2016 - Current
Lead Surgical Technologist
St Luke's Hospital And Medical Center
11.2005 - 01.2016
Associate of Science - Surgical Technology
Houston Community College