James Romero
Altadena,CA
Summary
I am a seasoned professional with several years of success in supporting surgeons during wide range of surgical procedures. Proficient in quickly setting up and breaking down surgical suites for assigned cases to sustain patient flows. Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Surgical Technologist
Adventist Health White Memorial
Los Angeles, CA
12.2008 - Current
- Assisted in positioning patients on operating table and covered them with sterile drapes.
- Provided assistance to surgeons during operations by passing instruments and other supplies.
- Prepared and maintained sterile field for surgical procedures.
- Communicated effectively with surgeons, nurses, anesthesiologists, and scrub techs while performing duties in the OR environment.
- Organized operating room by setting up surgical trays with instruments according to surgeon preference.
- Inspected instruments post-operatively for proper function or damage before returning them to stock room.
- Observed aseptic technique and infection control protocols at all times.
- Assisted surgeon with patient preparation for total joint replacement procedures.
Education
Certification - Surgical Technology
Everest College
Reseda, CA02-2009
High School Diploma -
Pacific Christian High School
Highland Park, CA06-1994
Skills
- Certified in CPR/AED
- Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) ID# 100256433 Expires 1-27-2026
- I have 17yrs of experience
- I am proficient in Total joints (knees, hips, shoulders, and elbows) including robotic assited
- I am proficient in Spine surgeries (PLIF, TLIF, ALIF, XLIF)
- I am proficient in Robotic surgeries (General, OB/GYN, Urology)
- For the past 3 yrs I have been Ortho, Spine, Podiatry, and Urology coordinator
Affiliations
- I love to Grill and am learning to BBQ
Certification
- Certified Surgical Technoligist
- ID# 100256433
- Expires 1-27-2026
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Surgical Technologist
Adventist Health White Memorial
12.2008 - Current
Certification - Surgical Technology
Everest College
High School Diploma -
Pacific Christian High School