Drew Lindner
Kingsville,MD
Summary
Detail-oriented Surgical Technologist specializing in surgical procedures and sterilization techniques. Enhances operational efficiency and patient satisfaction through problem-solving and collaboration with multidisciplinary teams. Skilled in high-pressure environments, consistently meeting patient safety and care protocols while supporting surgical teams.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Travel Surgical Technologist
Edwards Medical Campus
Vail, Colorado
11.2025 - Current
- Assisted orthopedic surgeons in high-volume sports medicine center, facilitating 6–8 daily surgical cases.
- Prepared for and assisted in arthroscopic procedures, including ACL reconstruction, meniscectomy, and shoulder labral repairs.
- Prepared and sterilized implants and orthopedic instruments to ensure compliance with safety and quality standards.
- Operated specialized orthopedic power equipment and maintained arthroscopic cameras and scopes for optimal performance.
Travel Surgical Technologist
Logan Health Medical Center
Kalispell, Montana
04.2025 - 10.2025
- Positioned and secured patients for complex neurosurgical procedures while adhering to safety protocols.
- Monitored and assessed operating room conditions, proactively addressing needs of patients and surgical team to facilitate smooth procedures.
- Maintained proper sterile field during surgical procedures.
- Managed specialized neurosurgical tools, ensuring readiness and proper functionality for optimal surgical outcomes.
Travel Surgical Technologist
Providence Regional Medical Center Everett
Everett, Washington
09.2024 - 01.2025
- Performed scrub duties during surgeries, passing instruments and accurately counting sponges and needles to maintain surgical safety.
- Prepared operating rooms by setting up instruments and equipment according to established protocols, ensuring readiness for surgery.
- Prepared patients for surgery through proper positioning on operating tables and using sterile drapes.
- Trained nurses on instrumentation techniques to enhance surgical procedure efficiency.
Travel Surgical Technologist
Logan Health Medical Center
Kalispell, Montana
04.2024 - 09.2024
- Scrubbed in on surgical procedures across various specialties including neuro, ortho trauma, trauma, robot-assisted, urology, general, and GYN.
- Set up and organized surgical equipment, tools, and supplies according to surgeons' preference cards, facilitating smooth operations.
- Collaborated with nurses to optimize workflow in operating room, ensuring timely and effective surgical procedures.
- Prepared dressings or bandages, applying or assisting with application following surgery.
Travel Surgical Technologist
McKenzie-Willamette Medical Center
Springfield, OR
01.2024 - 04.2024
- Scrubbed in on surgical procedures, including neuro, ortho, vascular, thoracic, and general surgeries.
- Assisted surgeons by handing instruments and supplies during operations.
- Assisted in surgical procedures by holding retractors and cutting sutures, ensuring optimal access for surgeons.
- Prepared operating room to align with case specifications and surgeon preferences.
Travel Surgical Technologist
Porter Adventist Hospital
02.2023 - 12.2023
- Coordinated operating room setups tailored to case requirements and surgeon preference cards, ensuring readiness for each procedure.
- Supported surgical teams across diverse specialties, including neuro, orthopedic, vascular, thoracic, ENT, and general surgery, enhancing procedural flow.
- Provided instruments and supplies to surgeons and surgical assistants during operations.
- Maintained retraction and sutured incisions during procedures to facilitate optimal visibility and support surgical outcomes.
Travel Surgical Technologist
Aiken Regional Medical Center
11.2022 - 02.2023
- Assisted in diverse surgical procedures across neuro, orthopedic, vascular, thoracic, ENT, and general surgery, contributing to patient care.
- Provided instruments and supplies to surgeons during operations, facilitating seamless surgical processes.
- Maintained retraction and sutured cuts during surgical procedures.
- Configured operating room according to surgical case requirements and physician preference cards.
Travel Surgical Technologist
John Hopkins
08.2022 - 11.2022
- Contributed to teaching hospital trauma cases by delivering prompt surgical support to enhance patient outcomes.
- Assisted surgeons by handing instruments and supplies during operations.
- Held retractors, cut sutures, and performed additional tasks for surgeons.
- Processed surgical specimens, ensuring compliance with established policies and procedures for accurate diagnostics.
Travel Surgical Technologist
Anne Arundel Medical Center
01.2022 - 07.2022
- Assisted in surgical procedures across neuro, orthopedic, vascular, thoracic, ENT, and general disciplines.
- Assisted in surgical procedures across neuro, orthopedic, vascular, thoracic, ENT, and general disciplines.
- Held retractors, cut sutures, and performed additional tasks to support surgeon's execution of procedures.
- Configured operating room to optimize setup according to case requirements and surgeon preference cards.
Surgical Technologist II
Medstar Franklin Square Medical Center
09.2020 - 06.2022
- Scrubbed in surgical procedures across neuro, orthopedic, vascular, thoracic, ENT, and general specialties.
- Maintained accurate counts of sponges, needles, and instruments during procedures to ensure patient safety.
- Configured operating room to align with case requirements and physician preference cards, ensuring optimal workflow.
- Fostered supportive environment enhancing teamwork and elevating patient care standards.
Clinical Surgical Technologist
Medstar Franklin Square Medical Center
12.2019 - 08.2020
- Assisted surgeons by providing instruments, holding retractors, and cutting sutures to facilitate efficient surgical procedures.
- Processed and managed surgical specimens following established policies and procedures to ensure compliance and quality.
- Cultivated supportive, collaborative environment among colleagues to enhance patient care and satisfaction.
Education
Surgical Technologist Program -
CCBC Essex
Baltimore, MD08-2020
Associate Degree - General Study
Harford Community College
Bel Air, MD08-2017
Skills
- Certified Surgical Technologist (CST)
- BLS (Basic Life Support)
- AORN compliance
- Surgical instruments management
- OR preparation
- Surgical case preparation
- Specialty surgical experience
- Meticulous monitoring
- Operational flexibility
- Surgeon needs anticipation
- Composure under pressure
- Collaborative teamwork
- Compliance expertise
Timeline
Travel Surgical Technologist
Edwards Medical Campus
11.2025 - Current
Travel Surgical Technologist
Logan Health Medical Center
04.2025 - 10.2025
Travel Surgical Technologist
Providence Regional Medical Center Everett
09.2024 - 01.2025
Travel Surgical Technologist
Logan Health Medical Center
04.2024 - 09.2024
Travel Surgical Technologist
McKenzie-Willamette Medical Center
01.2024 - 04.2024
Travel Surgical Technologist
Porter Adventist Hospital
02.2023 - 12.2023
Travel Surgical Technologist
Aiken Regional Medical Center
11.2022 - 02.2023
Travel Surgical Technologist
John Hopkins
08.2022 - 11.2022
Travel Surgical Technologist
Anne Arundel Medical Center
01.2022 - 07.2022
Surgical Technologist II
Medstar Franklin Square Medical Center
09.2020 - 06.2022
Clinical Surgical Technologist
Medstar Franklin Square Medical Center
12.2019 - 08.2020
Surgical Technologist Program -
CCBC Essex
Associate Degree - General Study
Harford Community College