Hannah Smith
Jacksonville,FL
Summary
Meticulous Surgical Technologist excited to bring an 8-year background to growing organization. Knowledgeable in all aspects of surgery, including setting up operating rooms, preparing patients and assisting surgeons. Committed to maintaining highest standards of health and safety. With specialty focus in ENT, Plastics, Oral-Maxillofacial, OB/GYN, Orthopedics and GI.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
GI Technician ( Surgical Technologist)
Baptist Medical Center
10.2022 - Current
- Safeguarded patient privacy by diligently adhering to HIPAA regulations throughout all aspects of care provision.
- Supported physicians during complex procedures, anticipating needs and assisting with critical tasks.
- Enhanced patient comfort during procedures by employing effective communication and pain management techniques.
- Assisted in the diagnosis of gastrointestinal disorders through accurate collection and processing of biopsy specimens.
- Developed strong rapport with patients, easing anxieties surrounding invasive GI procedures.
Certified Surgical Technologist
UF Health Shands Hospital
12.2020 - 09.2022
- Assisted surgeons in complex procedures, ensuring efficient completion and minimized complications.
- Enhanced patient safety by maintaining a sterile surgical environment and adhering to strict protocols.
- Gathered and set up equipment, tools, and supplies and arrange instruments according to surgeons' preferences or instruction.
- Evaluated procedure needs and set up equipment, tools, supplies, and instruments.
- Mentored junior staff members on proper techniques and best practices within the field of surgical technology, promoting professional growth among peers.
Certified Surgical Technologist
UF Health Jacksonville
10.2019 - 11.2020
- Setup operating and surgery rooms by preparing equipment and supplies for upcoming procedures.
- Collaborated closely with interdisciplinary teams for optimal patient care throughout the entire perioperative process.
- Prepared instruments for terminal sterilization and reset surgical suites for next procedure.
- Used sutures, staples, clips and other tools to close wounds.
- Introduced new staff members to training protocols regarding operating room procedures, infection control, safety standards, and overall facility policies.
Certified Surgical Technologist
UF Health Shands Hospital
02.2016 - 08.2019
- Anticipated surgeons needs and handed instruments and supplies to surgeons during procedures.
- Setup operating and surgery rooms by preparing equipment and supplies for upcoming procedures.
- Demonstrated adaptability when faced with emergency situations or unexpected complications during surgeries, providing prompt support to surgical teams.
- Expedited surgery room turnover times by swiftly preparing operating rooms for subsequent surgeries, maximizing efficiency within the department.
Education
Associate of Arts - Health Sciences
Santa Fe College
Gainesville, FL08.2017
Vocational - Surgical Technology
Santa Fe College
Gainesville, FL07.2016
Skills
- Biopsy Handling
- Patient Care
- Specimen Collection
- Anatomy knowledge
- Instrument Sterilization
- Physiology Understanding
- Sterilization techniques
- Surgical Instrument Knowledge
- Pre- and post-surgical counts
- Professionalism and Ethics
Certification
- CST - Certified Surgical Technologist
Timeline
GI Technician ( Surgical Technologist)
Baptist Medical Center
10.2022 - Current
Certified Surgical Technologist
UF Health Shands Hospital
12.2020 - 09.2022
Certified Surgical Technologist
UF Health Jacksonville
10.2019 - 11.2020
Certified Surgical Technologist
UF Health Shands Hospital
02.2016 - 08.2019
Associate of Arts - Health Sciences
Santa Fe College
Vocational - Surgical Technology
Santa Fe College
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