Heydimar Carrion Marrero
7996 S Dolphin Way, Tucson,AZ
Summary
Driven Surgical Technologist offering 4+ years' experience in ambulatory and hospital settings. Well-versed in OB&GYN, Urology, Orthopedics, General surgery and Plastic surgery procedures. Proven leader and instrumental in developing new total joint replacement programs and educating staff on new policies, procedures and equipment. Eager to take next career step with growing organization offering opportunities for professional development and advancement.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified Surgical Technologist
St. Joseph's Hospital
08.2020 - Current
- 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.
- Gathered and set up equipment, tools, and supplies and arrange instruments according to surgeons' preferences or instruction.
- Maintained high infection control standards.
- Maintained daily workflow, coordinating with operating room staff to prepare for scheduled and emergency cases.
- Controlled bleeding during procedures by applying hemostatic clamps, suture ligatures and electrocautery equipment.
- Evaluated procedure needs and set up equipment, tools, supplies, and instruments.
- Created safe operating environments for invasive and non-invasive procedures.
- Collected, prepared and disposed of medical specimens.
- Delivered exemplary assistance and support to surgeons during general, gynecological, orthopedic, trauma, and plastic surgery procedures.
- Introduced new staff members to training protocols regarding operating room procedures, infection control, safety standards, and overall facility policies.
- Completed continuing education units, staying up to date on surgical technology and meeting organizational requirements.
- Contributed to team-based problem-solving to resolve issues that arose during surgery and improve patient outcomes.
- Reduced infection risks and protected patients by maintaining sterile fields during procedures.
- Sterilized instruments and disposed of medical supplies and waste following OSHA guidelines.
Certified Surgical Technologist
Holy Cross Hospital - Holy Cross Hospital
09.2019 - 07.2020
- 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.
- Gathered and set up equipment, tools, and supplies and arrange instruments according to surgeons' preferences or instruction.
- Maintained high infection control standards.
- Delivered exemplary assistance and support to surgeons during general, gynecological, obstetric and GI procedures.
Surgical Technologist Student
Kaiser Zion
10.2010 - 12.2010
- Passed instruments and supplies to surgical team members to provide surgeons with necessary tools to complete procedures.
- Reduced infection risks and protected patients by maintaining sterile fields during procedures.
- Gathered and set up equipment, tools, and supplies and arrange instruments according to surgeons' preferences or instruction.
- Cleaned and maintained operating equipment to keep resources in good working condition and ready for use.
- (350+hrs) Reacted calmly and effectively in an emergency situation that allowed physicians to focus on the health care concerns of the patient.
- Scrubbed in over 100 cases including but not limited to: herniorraphy, I&D of abcess, insertion of infusion catheters/ ports, colon resection, nephrectomy, craniotomy tumor excision, ect.
- Exposure to different surgical specialties: Genitourinary, labor and delivery, neurology, gynecology, orthopedics, plastics, ENT, cardio and trauma.
Surgical Technology Student
Kaiser Otay Mesa
08.2010 - 10.2010
- Gathered and set up equipment, tools, and supplies and arrange instruments according to surgeons' preferences or instruction.
- Passed instruments and supplies to surgical team members to provide surgeons with necessary tools to complete procedures.
- Positioned patients and set up drapes to create comfortable surgical environment for patients.
- Reduced infection risks and protected patients by maintaining sterile fields during procedures.
- Scrubbed in over 100 cases including but not limited to: carpal tunnel release, cataract repair, ACL repair, etc.
Education
No Degree - Basic Courses 2008-2009
Caribbean University
Vega Baja, PRMedical School 2006-2008
Universidad Xochicalco
Ensenada, Baja California MXSurgical Technologist Diploma - Surgical Technology
Concorde Career College
San Diego, CA03.2011
Skills
- Biohazardous Waste Disposal
- Pre- and Post-Surgical Counts
- Pre-Surgical Preparation
- Infection Control Protocols
- OB/GYN, Orthopedics, Robotic, General Procedures
- Specimen Collection
Certification
- CST - Certified Surgical Technologist
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Certified Surgical Technologist
St. Joseph's Hospital
08.2020 - Current
Certified Surgical Technologist
Holy Cross Hospital - Holy Cross Hospital
09.2019 - 07.2020
Surgical Technologist Student
Kaiser Zion
10.2010 - 12.2010
Surgical Technology Student
Kaiser Otay Mesa
08.2010 - 10.2010
No Degree - Basic Courses 2008-2009
Caribbean University
Medical School 2006-2008
Universidad Xochicalco
Surgical Technologist Diploma - Surgical Technology
Concorde Career College
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