Gabriel A. Valentin
Mays Landing,New Jersey
Summary
Professional with proven track record in surgical environments, adept at facilitating successful operations and ensuring patient safety. Skilled in sterilization techniques, instrument handling, and maintaining aseptic conditions. Strong focus on teamwork and adapting to dynamic surgical needs. Known for reliability and commitment to excellence in patient care.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Surgical Technologist/Office Assistant
Orozco Orthopaedics
05.2020 - Current
- Check in patients for follow up exams and surgeries
- Check in patients injections
- Assist with wound management
Surgical Technologist
Center for Orthopedic Surgery by AtlantiCare
05.2020 - 08.2024
- Set up the operating room prior to the surgeon's arrival
- Assure all instruments are sterile and counted prior to surgery
- Count all instruments, laps and sharps prior to closing
Lead Surgical Technologist
AtlantiCare Regional Medical Center
65 W Jimmie Leeds RD, Pomona NJ 08240
03.2001 - 08.2024
- Set up the operating room prior to the surgeon arriving
- Assure that all instruments are sterile and counted prior to surgery
- Count all instruments, laps, and sharps prior to closing
- Advanced operational efficiency by assisting in the evaluation and implementation of new technologies within the operating room environment.
- Promoted a positive work atmosphere through strong teamwork skills while maintaining professionalism under pressure during critical situations.
- Introduced new staff members to training protocols regarding operating room procedures, infection control, safety standards, and overall facility policies.
Surgical Technologist
Salartash Surgical Associates
301 Central Ave, Egg Harbor Township, NJ 08234
01.2021 - 03.2023
- 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.
- Minimized infection risks by strictly adhering to aseptic techniques when handling surgical supplies and equipment.
Education
Surgical Techologist
Star Technical Institute
Egg Harbor Township, NJ03.2008
Skills
- Understanding medical terminology
- Clear communication
- Adaptability
- Sterilization
- Infection control
- Teamwork
- Time management
- Critical thinking
- Leadership Qualities
Accomplishments
- Trained new surgical technologists.
- Built strong relationships with surgeons and learned set up preferences to streamline surgeries.
- Introduced strict infection control protocols, reducing post-surgical complications
Certification
Advanced Orthopedic Training
Advanced Total Knee&Hip Arthroplasty Surgical Symposium
Intuitive Robotic Surgery
Mako Robotic Surgery
BLS Certified
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Surgical Technologist
Salartash Surgical Associates
01.2021 - 03.2023
Surgical Technologist/Office Assistant
Orozco Orthopaedics
05.2020 - Current
Surgical Technologist
Center for Orthopedic Surgery by AtlantiCare
05.2020 - 08.2024
Lead Surgical Technologist
AtlantiCare Regional Medical Center
03.2001 - 08.2024
Surgical Techologist
Star Technical Institute