JENNIFER DEVLIN
Waukesha
Summary
I am a highly skilled surgical technologist with comprehensive experience in operating room procedures, surgical equipment handling, and sterilization techniques. I possess a strong ability to maintain a sterile field and assist surgeons during operations. I am known for my attention to detail, adaptability in high-stress environments, and commitment to continual professional development. I have knowledge and expertise in my field, and I am motivated to continue to learn and grow as a professional.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
SURGICAL TECHNOLOGIST
Waukesha Memorial Hospital
Waukesha
05.2008 - Current
- Followed hospital policies and procedures in maintaining patient privacy.
- Communicated with staff and surgeons about procedures to ensure efficiency in the operating room.
- Used critical thinking skills to anticipate surgeon's needs at the field.
- Gathered necessary surgical supplies and equipment for General, ENT, GYN, GU and Ortho surgeries according to surgeon's prepared cards.
- Maintained supply and instrument sterility during set up of surgical procedures.
- Gowns and gloves surgeons and assistants to maintain sterility for procedures.
- Established and maintained sterile field during surgical procedures in operating room environments.
- Performed initial instrument, sharps and sponge counts using circulator.
- Set up back tables and stands with instruments, supplies and medications needed for procedures.
- Helped surgical team scrub in for procedures, assisting with gloving and gowns.
- Measured and passed medications, hemostatic agents and irrigation solutions utilized during surgical procedures.
ADJUNCT CLINICAL INSTRUCTOR-SURGICAL TECHNOLOGY
Waukesha County Technical College
Waukesha
08.2020 - 05.2025
- Maintained accurate and detailed records of students' progress and achievement.
- Established and maintained collaborative relationships with clinical agencies and staff to facilitate smooth instruction.
- Developed detailed lesson plans to achieve specific objectives based on curriculum and expressed student needs.
- Completed student evaluations and determined fair and accurate clinical grades.
- Identified students experience academic, attendance and performance problems and reported to program director for proactive handling.
- Oversaw clinicals for Surgical Technology students, monitoring work and grading performance.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Health Information Technology
Waukesha County Technical College
Pewaukee, WI05-2026
Technical Diploma - Medical Coding Specialist
Waukesha County Technical College
Waukesha, WI12-2025
ASSOCIATE OF APPLIED SCIENCE - SURGICAL TECHNOLOGY
Milwaukee Area Technical College
Milwaukee, WI12.2008
Skills
- Patient confidentiality
- Medical terminology and proficiency
- HIPAA proficiency
- Preparing for surgery
- Aseptic and sterilization techniques
- Pre-surgical preparation of the operating room
- Critical thinking
- Operating room procedures
- Infection control protocols
- Team collaboration
- Sterile technique proficiency
- Professionalism
- Task prioritization
Affiliations
Association of Surgical Technologists, 2008, Present
Additional Information
- CPR Certified
- Certified Surgical Technologist, 2008-Present
Certification
Certified Surgical Technologist
Accomplishments
Outstanding Student Award-Medical Coding Specialist
Timeline
ADJUNCT CLINICAL INSTRUCTOR-SURGICAL TECHNOLOGY
Waukesha County Technical College
08.2020 - 05.2025
SURGICAL TECHNOLOGIST
Waukesha Memorial Hospital
05.2008 - Current
Associate of Applied Science - Health Information Technology
Waukesha County Technical College
Technical Diploma - Medical Coding Specialist
Waukesha County Technical College
ASSOCIATE OF APPLIED SCIENCE - SURGICAL TECHNOLOGY
Milwaukee Area Technical College