Destiny Calanche
El Paso,TX
Summary
Anticipates and addresses surgeon's needs from operating room setup and sterilization to draping patient and passing instruments during surgery. Models medical teamwork and physical stamina.
Experienced with maintaining sterile environments and supporting surgical procedures. Utilizes expertise in instrument handling and patient care to ensure smooth operations in high-pressure settings. Track record of effective teamwork and adaptability in fast-paced surgical environments.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified Surgical Technologist
UMC Level One Trauma Center
4815 Alameda Ave, El Paso ,Tx 79905
06.2023 - Current
- experienced in general, gyn, plastics, omfs, neuro, ortho, and trauma
- 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.
- Gathered and set up equipment, tools, and supplies and arrange instruments according to surgeons' preferences or instruction.
- Enhanced patient safety by maintaining a sterile surgical environment and adhering to strict protocols.
- Performed accurate instrument counts, preventing potential surgical complications due to retained items.
Customer Service
Chick Fil A
08.2019 - 05.2022
- Drive Thru
- Delivery
Rehab Tech / Receptionist
West Texas Therapeutic Services
El Paso, TX
03.2017 - 08.2019
- My responsibilities as a rehab tech are to make sure the facility is clean and that the gym is ready for incoming patients
- As a physical assistant aid one must be ready when the therapist may need you
- The therapist will give provide the aid with a list of exercises and procedures according to each patient
- My job is to assist the patient with the routine and help out if they need assistance
- I also have the responsibility to set up Estem machines and Ultra sound equipment for the therapist
- My responsibilities as a Receptionist is to greet patients set up or change appointments, and confirm appointments
- I also assist with private billing which includes: preparing invoices, delivery log sheets, and creating fax cover sheets for each company
- It was also my responsibility to send out all of the private billing by the first of every month
Education
Associate Program - Surgical Technology
EPCC
El Paso, TX06.2023
High School Diploma -
Bel Air High School
06.2017
Skills
- Good patient interaction
- Negotiation Skills
- Flexible work hours
- Customer Service
- Scheduling
- Pre- and post-surgical counts
- Safe sharps disposal
- Professionalism and ethics
- Surgical equipment operation
- OB/GYN procedures
- OMFS procedures
- ORTHO/ORTHO TRAUMA
- NEURO procedures
- PLASTICS procedures
- GENERAL procedures
- TRAUMA
Certification
- Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification - American Heart Association.
- Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) - National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA).
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Certified Surgical Technologist
UMC Level One Trauma Center
06.2023 - Current
Customer Service
Chick Fil A
08.2019 - 05.2022
Rehab Tech / Receptionist
West Texas Therapeutic Services
03.2017 - 08.2019
High School Diploma -
Bel Air High School
Associate Program - Surgical Technology
EPCC