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Elizabeth Owoyemi

Houston,TX

Summary

Knowledgeable in all aspects of surgery, including setting up operating room preparing patients, and assisting surgeons. Committed to maintaining the highest standards of health and safety.

Work History

Surgical Assistant

St Joseph Hospital
04.2024 - Current
  • Provided compassionate care to patients throughout their surgical experience, easing anxiety and ensuring comfort.
  • Arranged supplies and instrumentation to meet needs of individual surgeons and enhance team efficiency.
  • Kept views unobstructed by retracting, sponging, and suctioning surgical sites.
  • Assisted in complex surgical procedures, demonstrating adaptability and knowledge across multiple disciplines.
  • Contributed to successful surgeries, anticipating surgeon needs and promptly delivering instruments.
  • Protected patients from infection by setting up and managing sterile operating fields.
  • Paid close attention to operating procedures for adherence to established surgical techniques.
  • Improved patient outcomes by providing precise surgical assistance during various procedures.
  • Continually updated professional skills, staying abreast of the latest surgical techniques and technologies.

Surgical Technologist

Binz Surgery Center
01.2024 - 04.2024
  • 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.
  • Handled high-pressure situations calmly and efficiently, contributing to successful completion of critical surgeries.
  • 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.
  • Assisted surgeons in complex procedures for optimal patient outcomes and reduced recovery time.
  • Minimized infection risks by strictly adhering to aseptic techniques when handling surgical supplies and equipment.
  • Contributed to hospital efficiency by promptly preparing operating rooms for subsequent surgeries.
  • Improved teamwork among the surgical team by communicating effectively and anticipating the needs of other members.
  • Upheld strict adherence to infection control protocols, minimizing risk of post-surgical complications for patients.
  • Completed [Number] total joint replacement procedures per month.

Education

Associate of Science - Surgical Technology

Fortis College
Houston, TX
06.2024

Skills

  • Aseptic Techniques
  • Sterile Technique Proficiency
  • Surgical Instrument Knowledge
  • Setting up and operating equipment
  • Equipment set up
  • Surgical Assistance
  • Pre- and post-surgical counts
  • Instrument Sterilization

Timeline

Surgical Assistant

St Joseph Hospital
04.2024 - Current

Surgical Technologist

Binz Surgery Center
01.2024 - 04.2024

Associate of Science - Surgical Technology

Fortis College
Elizabeth Owoyemi