Jacqueline Molina
7301 Santa Fe Trail NW, Albuquerque,NM
Summary
Dependable technician with several years of hands-on experience in healthcare. Efficient, a logical team player, recognized for handling tasks quickly and accurately. Comfortable working independently without supervision. Lifelong learner, I can't wait to expand my experience and grow with the department.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
OR tech
University of New Mexico Hospital
Albuquerque, New Mexico
09.2025 - Current
- Prepared surgical instruments and equipment for various procedures.
- Assisted surgeons during operations by providing necessary tools promptly.
- Maintained sterile environments to prevent infections during surgeries.
- Collaborated with nursing staff to ensure smooth surgical workflows.
- Assisted in positioning patients on operating table and covered them with sterile drapes.
- Assisted surgeon by passing instruments and sterile supplies throughout operation.
- Set up equipment, tools, and supplies for procedures and organize instruments as directed in surgeons' preference cards.
OR Technician
Labor and Delivery UMNH
Albuquerque, New Mexico
10.2024 - Current
- Registered and triaged obstetric patients.
- Assist in vaginal deliveries.
- Prepared and assisted in cesarean sections.
- Restock and manage patient rooms and ORs.
- Lab draws.
- Foley placement.
Surgical Technologist
Lovelace Women's Hospital
Albuquerque, New Mexico
02.2017 - 09.2024
- Competent in General, Plastics, Oncology, ENT, Robotics, Laparoscopic, Urology, GYN, Podiatry, MOHs, and Orthopedic surgical specialties.
- Superior organizational skills and task management with conflicting demands.
- Assisted surgeons during procedures by preparing instruments and supplies.
- Maintain sterile environment.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to streamline surgical workflows and processes.
- Organized and restocked surgical supplies in the operating room as needed.
- Communicated effectively with surgeons, nurses, anesthesiologists, and scrub techs while performing duties in the OR environment.
- Top layer closures.
- Set up equipment, tools, and supplies for procedures and organize instruments as directed in surgeons' preference cards.
- Observed aseptic technique and infection control protocols with students and staff at all times.
Mohs Technician
Dermatology and skin cancer center of New Mexico
Albuquerque, New Mexico
09.2015 - 02.2017
- Assisted dermatologists during surgical procedures to ensure patient comfort.
- Maintained accurate records of patient information and specimen handling.
- Educated patients on post-operative care and recovery instructions.
- Managed inventory of supplies necessary for Mohs Surgery procedures including medications and dressings.
- Assessed wound healing progress following surgery or other treatments.
- Assisted Mohs Surgeons in performing skin cancer excisions and reconstructive surgery.
- Communicated effectively with other healthcare professionals involved in patient care such as nurses and physicians.
- Performed cryotherapy treatments on patients.
- Documented and updated patient data on electronic medical charts, maintaining accuracy and confidentiality.
- Cleaned and sterilized laboratory equipment to prevent cross-contamination.
- Wound care and education.
- Top layer suturing.
- Surgical Scheduling.
Clinical Lab Assistant II
Quest Diagnostic Laboratories
Albuquerque, New Mexico
04.2010 - 02.2017
- Collected blood samples from patients using established procedures.
- Prepared and labeled specimens for laboratory analysis.
- Ensured patient comfort and safety during blood draws.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of phlebotomy area.
- Educated patients on blood collection processes and aftercare.
- Documented patient information accurately in electronic health records.
- Verified patient information prior to specimen collection.
- Located veins suitable for puncture to draw blood using sterilized needles, vials and other equipment.
- Collected specimens from pediatric, adult, geriatric, and special needs patients.
- Assisted in the training of new phlebotomists.
- Centrifuged blood specimens in test tubes and capillary tubes to separate cells and sediment from blood serum.
- Prepared and packaged specimens for courier transport.
- Performed quality control tests on collected specimens.
- Identified and labeled specimens accurately, ensuring proper handling and transport to lab.
- Used heel and finger stick methods to obtain blood from capillaries.
- Participated in 'React Team'
Surgical Technologist
Physicians Medical Center
Santa Fe, New Mexico
10.2014 - 09.2015
- Assisted surgeons during procedures by preparing instruments and supplies.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to streamline surgical workflows and processes.
- Organized and restocked surgical supplies in the operating room as needed.
- Communicated effectively with surgeons, nurses, anesthesiologists, and scrub techs while performing duties in the OR environment.
- Assisted in positioning patients on operating table and covered them with sterile drapes.
- Prepared and maintained sterile field for surgical procedures.
- Set up equipment, tools, and supplies for procedures and organize instruments as directed in surgeons' preference cards.
- Recounted surgical instruments and supplies at end of operation, eliminating chance of items left inside patient.
- Assisted in the application of wound dressings, casts, and other medical devices.
- Sterilized medical equipment and properly handled contaminated materials.
- Inspected instruments post-operatively for proper function or damage before returning them to stock room.
- Prepared dressings or bandages, applying or assisting with application following surgery.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Surgical Technology
Brown Mackie College
Albuquerque, NM08-2014
Certificate of Technical Studies - Phlebotomy
Central New Mexico Community College
Albuquerque, NM08-2007
GED -
TVI
Albuquerque, NM03-2005
Skills
- Surgical instrumentation
- Aseptic technique
- Patient triage
- Wound care
- Specimen handling
- Surgical scheduling
- Performs calmly under pressure
- Excellent interpersonal skills
- Treats coworkers and patients with no judgment
- Equipment operation
Referances
- Daniel Sanchez PHD, Work affiliate (505)803-0737
- Kaitlin Martinez RT, Work affiliate (505)681-0281
- Rosemary Rodriguez, Work affiliate (505)615-1746
Timeline
OR tech
University of New Mexico Hospital
09.2025 - Current
OR Technician
Labor and Delivery UMNH
10.2024 - Current
Surgical Technologist
Lovelace Women's Hospital
02.2017 - 09.2024
Mohs Technician
Dermatology and skin cancer center of New Mexico
09.2015 - 02.2017
Surgical Technologist
Physicians Medical Center
10.2014 - 09.2015
Clinical Lab Assistant II
Quest Diagnostic Laboratories
04.2010 - 02.2017
Associate of Applied Science - Surgical Technology
Brown Mackie College
Certificate of Technical Studies - Phlebotomy
Central New Mexico Community College
GED -
TVI