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Elyse Moore

Augusta,KS

Summary

Seasoned surgical tech with more than 13 years of success in supporting surgeons during a wide range of surgical procedures, including GYN, General, Ortho, ENT, Cardiothoracic, Da Vinci Robot and Cataracts. Proficient in quickly setting up and breaking down surgical suites for assigned cases to sustain patient flows.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Surgical Technologist

Robert J Dole VA
Wichita, KS
12.2021 - Current
  • Assisted in the application of wound dressings, casts, and other medical devices.
  • Gathered and took inventory of equipment to confirm adequate supplies for surgery.
  • Held instruments and quickly handed to surgeon during procedures.
  • Handed instruments and supplies to surgeons and surgeons' assistants.
  • Scrubbed arms and hands and assisted surgical team with scrubbing, masks and surgical clothing.
  • Communicated effectively with surgeons, nurses, anesthesiologists, and scrub techs while performing duties in the OR environment.
  • Cleaned and restocked OR rooms between cases and at end of day.
  • Followed safety protocols to ensure patient safety.
  • Set up equipment, tools and supplies for procedures and organize instruments as directed in surgeons' preference cards.
  • Provided the necessary sterile supplies for each procedure.
  • Instructed new staff members on proper techniques related to scrubbing, gowning, gloving.
  • Assisted surgeons during operations by passing instruments and other supplies.
  • Ensured that all equipment was properly sterilized before use.
  • Ensured proper handling of specimens according to laboratory standards.
  • Prepared surgical trays with appropriate instrumentation and supplies needed for individual surgeries.
  • Verified the accuracy of medications and solutions for procedures as required.
  • Used retractors, sponges and suctioning and irrigating equipment to create unobstructed operating fields.
  • Assisted in transporting patients from one location to another within the hospital setting.
  • Assisted with lifting patients to move on or off beds, examination tables and surgical tables.
  • Maintained a clean, organized and sterile environment in the operating room.

Surgical Technologist

Hillsboro Community Hospital
Hillsboro, KS
08.2020 - Current
  • Set up equipment, tools and supplies needed for procedures and organize instruments as directed in surgeons' preference cards.
  • Maintained reusable surgical instrumentation and equipment, including decontamination, cleaning, sterilizing, storing and distributing.
  • Organized equipment and instruments in alignment with surgical protocols and surgeon preferences.
  • Use aseptic techniques to sterilize endoscopes, forceps, snares and other endoscopic tools and equipment.
  • Set-up and tore down procedure rooms in preparation for upcoming operations.
  • Demonstrated self-reliance by meeting and exceeding workflow needs.
  • Prepared trays, instrument packs and surgical sets.
  • Readied instruments for sterilization procedures and completed decontamination protocols.
  • Recorded results of biological and diagnostic tests.

Surgical Technologist

Cypress Surgery Center
Wichita, KS
11.2014 - 12.2021
  • Set up equipment, tools and supplies needed for procedures and organize instruments as directed in surgeons' preference cards.
  • Collaborated with operating room staff to cultivate efficiency and prepare for scheduled and emergency procedures.
  • Maintained reusable surgical instrumentation and equipment, including decontamination, cleaning, sterilizing, storing and distributing.
  • Sterilized medical equipment and properly handled contaminated materials.
  • Handed instruments and supplies to surgeons during procedures.
  • Used retractors, sponges and suctioning and irrigating equipment to create unobstructed operating fields.
  • Effectively supported surgeons in fast-paced healthcare environments, resulting in better patient care and less pain medication post-surgery.
  • Organized equipment and instruments in alignment with surgical protocols and surgeon preferences.
  • Prepared trays, instrument packs and surgical sets.
  • Readied instruments for sterilization procedures and completed decontamination protocols.
  • Recorded results of biological and diagnostic tests.
  • Use aseptic techniques to sterilize endoscopes, forceps, snares and other endoscopic tools and equipment.
  • Provide assistance to physicians in performing esophageal dilations, foreign body removals, and other endoscopic procedures.

Surgical Technologist

Susan B Allen Memorial Hosp
El Dorado, KS
07.2012 - 11.2014
  • Organized equipment and instruments in alignment with surgical protocols and surgeon preferences.
  • Laid out all instruments, supplies and tools as directed by surgeons.
  • Prepared day surgery and operating rooms for patients by ordering and stocking equipment and supplies.

Education

Associate of Applied Science - Surgical Technology

Wichita Area Technical College
Wichita, KS
06.2012

Skills

  • Equipment set up and operation
  • Preparing for surgeries
  • Passing surgical tools
  • Aseptic and sterilization techniques
  • Transporting Patients
  • Surgical Counts
  • Organizational Abilities

Certification

  • Certified Surgical Technologist (CST)

Timeline

Surgical Technologist

Robert J Dole VA
12.2021 - Current

Surgical Technologist

Hillsboro Community Hospital
08.2020 - Current

Surgical Technologist

Cypress Surgery Center
11.2014 - 12.2021

Surgical Technologist

Susan B Allen Memorial Hosp
07.2012 - 11.2014

Associate of Applied Science - Surgical Technology

Wichita Area Technical College

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