Certified Surgical First Assistant
Eric O Lopez
Certified Surgical Technologist
Tucson,AZ
Summary
Driven Certified Surgical Technologist offering 13 years' experience in ambulatory and hospital settings. Well-versed in neuro, spine, ports medicine, total joint replacement, general surgery and plastic surgery procedures. Proven leader and instrumental in developing new Spine programs and educating staff on new policies, procedures and equipment. Reliable employee with excellent organizational and people skills. Highly organized team-builder with strong leadership experience. Excellent communicator. Seeking a challenging position offering opportunities for professional development and advancement.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
year of post-secondary education
2
2
Certifications
1
1
Language
Work History
Traveling Certified Surgical Technologist
Access Healthcare
Princeton Junction, NJ
11.2021 - Current
- Prepared instruments for terminal sterilization and reset surgical suites for next procedure.
- Controlled bleeding during procedures by applying hemostatic clamps, suture ligatures, and electrocautery equipment.
- Managed operating room setup by cleaning and sterilizing instruments and surfaces, maintaining supply inventories and organizing surgical tools.
- Delivered exemplary assistance and support to surgeons during general, gynecological, orthopedic, neurological and plastic surgery procedures.
- Anticipated surgeons needs and handed instruments and supplies to surgeons during procedures.
- Gathered and set up equipment, tools and supplies and arrange instruments according to surgeons' preferences or instruction.
- Created safe operating environments for invasive and non-invasive procedures.
- Provided comprehensive support to surgeons specializing in sports medicine, total joint replacement, spine and orthopedic trauma treatment.
- Worked with vendors for speedy procurement of services and equipment
- Selected and purchased equipment for surgical procedures
- Managed operating room setup by cleaning and sterilizing instruments and surfaces, maintaining supply inventories and organizing surgical tools
- Sterilized instruments and disposed of medical supplies and waste following OSHA guidelines
- Maintained documentation of post-operative instrument reconciliations and protocols for quality care
- Introduced new staff members to training protocols regarding operating room procedures, infection control, safety standards and overall facility policies
- Handled numerous sanitization tasks for surgical sites by cleaning and sterilizing, maintaining supply inventories and organizing items effectively
- Gathered and set up equipment, tools and supplies and arrange instruments according to surgeons' preferences or instruction
- Provided scrubbing surgical assistance and support to surgeons during general, gynecology, genitourinary, orthopedic, neurosurgery and plastic surgery procedures
Surgical Specialist Manager
Surgical Evolution. LLC
01.2018 - 11.2021
- Responsible for ultimate success of specific territory by identifying growth opportunities that expand company’s product portfolio in market place
- Main goal is to foster client and staff relationships while overseeing operational functions of surgical division
- Implement business strategy, direct staff, and facilitate work environment which achieves business results through consistent quality practice and company standards
- Assist Surgeons in surgical procedures, scrub and set up surgical procedures consistently demonstrate comprehensive aseptic techniques and competency in preoperative patient care
- Surgical consultation for Ambulatory Surgical Center for Orthopedic and Spine programs
- Manages services personnel including engagement staffing, staff performance/evaluations, effective communication
- Direct management and leadership of entire team including, hiring, compensation, retention, performance
- Provide surgeon and clinical staff with technical information regarding use of Orthopedic and Spine products.
- Developed team communications and information for meetings
- Used coordination and planning skills to achieve results according to schedule
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships
- Led projects and analyzed data to identify opportunities for improvement
- Created plans and communicated deadlines to ensure projects were completed on time
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed
- Used Microsoft Word and other software tools to create documents and other communications
- Performed duties in accordance with applicable standards, policies and regulatory guidelines to promote safe working environment
Clinical Surgical Technologist Instructor
Northwest College
01.2019 - 10.2020
- Assign appropriate cases to each student
- Alter assignments as necessary to suit student needs
- Prepare students before entering Operating Room by teaching them how to prepare for surgical procedure by gathering supplies, damp dusting, opening, scrubbing, gowning, gloving, draping and passing instruments
- Supervise Surgical Tech students and demonstrate patient care in O.R Room of Hospitals
- Performed duties in accordance with applicable standards, policies and regulatory guidelines to promote safe working environment
- Identified issues, analyzed information and provided solutions to problems
Sr. Surgical Coordinator
Good Samaritan Hospital
11.2015 - 01.2018
- Procedures supplies, equipment and services for Perioperative services in cost effective and ethical manner
- Coordinates negotiations, Contract and analysis and/or researches goods and services in collaboration with Department Director needed by hospital working with necessary parties to ensure appropriate outcome
- Assists in maintaining Material Management Inventory System while adhering to established Hospital and Purchasing Department policies and procedure
- Preparing operating room prior to surgical procedure, provide equipment to surgeon anticipating need of physician's preference during operation
- Assists Surgeon and assistants with retraction and suction as directed
- Completes Repair Worksheet on all malfunctioning equipment with proper follow-through
- Interfaces effectively with peers and customers and assumes responsibility for professional development of self and others per departmental policy
- Practices and assists others in maintaining aseptic technique and electrical and environmental safety in department
- Assists with draping
- Assists RN Circulator to ensure proper room utilization through decreased turnover time and scheduled procedural time review
- Assists with preparing, transporting, positioning and draping patients
Surgical Scrub Technician/Coordinator
Silver Lake Medical Center
10.2013 - 01.2015
- Assist surgeon during specialty procedures in Total joint and orthopedic trauma
- Building relationship with surgeons through professional integrity and customer service
- Comprehensive knowledge of surgical equipment and instruments as well as surgical procedures
- Demonstrates/models the Network’s Service Excellence Standards of Performance in interactions with all customers (internal and external)
- Elicit assistance from manager and surgeons when issues of assessment and/or decision points present that are outside scope of practice
- Coordinating with sales personnel to make sure requisitions are submitted timely and accurately to ensure fulfillment and delivery of product
- Maintains patient confidentiality; complies with HIPAA and compliance guidelines established by the practice
Surgical Coordinator/Lead Surgical Technologist
Beverly Hills Plastic Surgery Center
07.2009 - 01.2015
- Responsible to assist Surgeons in surgical procedures, scrub and set up surgical procedures consistently demonstrate comprehensive aseptic techniques and competency in preoperative patient cares
- Prepared, assigned, and overseen on work assignments based on surgeries and facilities on daily basis
- Managed preventive maintenance of facility inventories, supplies and equipment of O.R
- Provide supplies for surgery center by ordering from different vendors and suppliers
- Plan, coordinate, and track scope of work completed
- Provided coaching and development, make employment decision
- Resolved employee issues through problem resolution.
Surgical Technician
Doctor Surgery Center
11.2008 - 12.2010
- Responsible for setting up instrument, preparing all equipment and supplies for surgery
- Assisting and anticipating surgeons during procedures, cleaning and sterilizing instruments and equipment, updating inventory checks and ordering supplies
- Maintain sterile field thru out surgical procedure
- Gather necessary O.R equipment, supplies and instrument for setup of surgical cases
- Perform routine surgical technique including draping, counting assisted circulating RN
- Provide equipment to surgeons anticipating needs of physician’s preference during operation procedure
- Maintaining fiscal responsibility by utilizing resources wisely, taking care of equipment, and preventing lost charges
- Provides physical assistance for patient positioning, lifting and, moving as directed by clinical nursing staff
- Ensures patient safety and quality care by preparing and maintaining sterile field and assisting surgeon during procedure
- Responsible for receiving, sorting, cleaning and sterilizing supplies and equipment
- Assist surgeon with sponging, retracting, clamping, cauterizing and closure of surgical wound
- Creating/maintaining/monitoring sterile field
Education
Diploma - Surgical Technology
CNI College
Orange, CA 09.2008 - 11.2009
Skills
Analytical and Critical Thinking
Teambuilding
Excellent Communication
Teamwork and Collaboration
Flexible and Adaptable
Safety protocols expertise
Pre-surgical preparation
Patient confidentiality
Infection control protocols
Accomplishments
- Surgical preoperative services (12 years)
- Medical sales (Spine/Ortho devices, medical equipment and instrumentation) (3 years)
- Leadership Experience: Surgical Coordinator (7 years)
- Lead Surgical technician (9 years)
Certification
Certification: National Board of Surgical Technologist and Surgical Assisting NBSTSA ID # 1722724 exp: 06/2023
Affiliations
Association of Surgical Technologist
Interests
Surgical procedures experience
· ORTHOPEDICS
· SPORT MEDICINE
· SPINAL FUSIONS
· OBGYN
· GENERAL SURGERY
· ENDOSCOPIC (EDG)(COLON)(ERCP)(EUS)
Timeline
Traveling Certified Surgical Technologist
Access Healthcare
11.2021 - Current
AMERICAN HEART ASSOCIATE #215413669841 EXP:06/23
08-2021
Certification: National Board of Surgical Technologist and Surgical Assisting NBSTSA ID # 1722724 exp: 06/2023
03-2021
Clinical Surgical Technologist Instructor
Northwest College
01.2019 - 10.2020
Surgical Specialist Manager
Surgical Evolution. LLC
01.2018 - 11.2021
Sr. Surgical Coordinator
Good Samaritan Hospital
11.2015 - 01.2018
Surgical Scrub Technician/Coordinator
Silver Lake Medical Center
10.2013 - 01.2015
Surgical Coordinator/Lead Surgical Technologist
Beverly Hills Plastic Surgery Center
07.2009 - 01.2015
Surgical Technician
Doctor Surgery Center
11.2008 - 12.2010
Diploma - Surgical Technology
CNI College
09.2008 - 11.2009