Isabella Thorpe
Lafayette,IN
Summary
Compassionate and dedicated Surgical Technology student with hands on clinical experience at IU Health Arnett Hospital, IU Arnett Outlatient Surgery Center, and Unity Surgical Center. Proficient in sterile technique, instrumentation, and assisting during procedures. Demonstrates the ability to work collaboratively with surgical teams, anticipate procedural needs, and maintain efficiency in a fast-paced operating room environment. Eager to transition into a full-time role and contribute to high-quality patient care while continuing to grow and develop clinical skills.
Overview
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Work History
Surgical Technology Student
IU Health Arnett Hospital
Lafayette, IN
- Prepared operating rooms according to IU Health standards
- Maintained sterile technique in compliance with AORN guidelines
- Assisted surgeons by anticipating needs and passing instruments efficiently
- Performed accurate surgical counts
- Assisted with patient positioning, skin prep, and draping
- Collaborated with surgeons, nurses, and anesthesia providers
- Observed and assisted in robotic-assisted procedures (da Vinci system)
Surgical Technology Student
IU Health Arnett Outpatient Surgery Center
Lafayette, IN
- Assisted with outpatient surgical procedures in a high-efficiency ambulatory setting
- Supported rapid case turnover while maintaining strict sterile technique
- Prepared instruments and supplies for same-day surgical procedures
- Collaborated with surgical team to ensure smooth workflow and patient safety
Surgical Technology Student
Unity Surgical Center
Lafayette, IN
- Assisted with outpatient surgical procedures in a fast-paced ambulatory setting
- Prepared and organized sterile instruments and supplies for cases
- Maintained sterile field and adhered to infection control protocols
- Supported surgical team with efficient instrumentation and turnover between cases
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Surgical Technology
Ivy Tech Community College
Indiana05.2026
Skills
- Sterile Technique
- Instrumentation
- Case Cart Prep
- Specimen Handling
- Counts
- Infection Control
- OR Equipment
- Robotic Basics
- HIPAA
- Attention to Detail
- Calm Under Pressure
- Communication
- Teamwork
- Time Management
- Adaptability
Certification
- Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) – Certification Eligible
- CPR / Basic Life Support (BLS) – Current
SURGICAL SPECIALTY EXPOSURE
- General Surgery
- Orthopedic
- Neurosurgery
- OB/GYN
- Laparoscopic
- ENT
- Emergency
- Robotic-Assisted
AVAILABILITY
- Available for full-time Surgical Technologist position upon graduation (May 2026).
- Clinical rotations in progress through July 2026; open to part-time or PRN roles prior to completion and flexible scheduling.
Timeline
Surgical Technology Student
IU Health Arnett Hospital
Surgical Technology Student
IU Health Arnett Outpatient Surgery Center
Surgical Technology Student
Unity Surgical Center
Associate of Applied Science - Surgical Technology
Ivy Tech Community College