Gail Stewart, CST
Escondido,CA
Summary
Driven Certified Surgical Technologist offering 3.5 yrs. experience in ambulatory and hospital settings. In addition I worked on and off for 2 yrs. as scrub assistant in the OB-GYN setting and 3mo. in L&D. I'm eager to take the next career step with an organization offering opportunities for professional development and advancement. I look forward to expanding my knowledge and learning new techniques.
In my 15 years previous employment as a Business Development/Regional Office Manager, I have demonstrated exceptional operations management, staff training/development and workflow prioritization skills. I believe my solid communication, adaptability and team work ethic will be an asset to my next adventure in the medical environment. I am excited and look forward to joining your team.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
CST II
Palomar Health
02.2022 - 05.2022
- Gathered and set up equipment, tools and supplies and arrange instruments according to surgeons' preferences or instruction.
- Anticipated surgeons needs and handed instruments and supplies to surgeons during C-section and natural birth procedures.
CST II, OBGYN Preceptor, Materials Manager
De La Vina Surgery Center/Cottage Hospital
11.1998 - 03.2004
- Anticipated surgeons needs and passed instruments and supplies to surgeons during procedures.
- Controlled bleeding during procedures by applying hemostatic clamps, suture ligatures, and electrocautery equipment.
- Gathered and set up equipment, tools and supplies and arrange instruments according to surgeons' preferences or instruction.
- Used sutures, staples, clips and other tools to close wounds.
- Managed operating room setup by cleaning and sterilizing instruments and surfaces, maintaining supply inventories and organizing surgical tools.
- Provided scrubbing surgical assistance and support to surgeons during general, gynecology, orthopedic, hand & foot and plastic/reconstructive surgery procedures.
- Worked with vendors for speedy procurement of services and equipment.
- Introduced new staff members to training protocols regarding operating room procedures, infection control, safety standards and overall facility policies.
- Sterilized instruments and equipment for specific procedures and arranged for surgeons.
- Kept detailed records of post-operative instrument reconciliations and overall care procedures.
- Materials purchasing manager for Surgery Center
CST II
Ventura County Medical Center
08.1998 - 01.1999
- Anticipated surgeons needs and handed instruments and supplies to surgeons during procedures.
- Created unobstructive operative fields by using retractors, sponges, and suction and irrigating equipment.
- Collected, prepared, and disposed of medical specimens.
- Prepared instruments for terminal sterilization and reset surgical suites for next procedure.
- Gathered and set up equipment, tools and supplies and arrange instruments according to surgeons' preferences or instruction.
- Maintained high infection control standards.
Education
Associate of Arts - Pre Nursing
Ventura College
Ventura, CASurgical Technology
Simi Valley Adult School And Career Institute
Simi Valley, CAMedical Assistant
Conejo Valley Adult School
Thousand Oaks, CASkills
I am a proven proactive and adaptive workplace co-worker I consistently demonstrate a skill set directly relevant to every position I hold I effectively communicate my strengths as well as weaknesses I am a quick study and welcome constructive criticism I am eager to familiarize and expand my knowledge and have flexibility to fill various scheduling needs
Affiliations
NBSTSA CST # 206912, BLS ecard code 215417163143 AST member # 51718,
Timeline
CST II
Palomar Health
02.2022 - 05.2022
CST II, OBGYN Preceptor, Materials Manager
De La Vina Surgery Center/Cottage Hospital
11.1998 - 03.2004
CST II
Ventura County Medical Center
08.1998 - 01.1999
Associate of Arts - Pre Nursing
Ventura College
Surgical Technology
Simi Valley Adult School And Career Institute
Medical Assistant
Conejo Valley Adult School
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