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Jennifer Yazzie

Kirtland,NM

Summary

Dedicated Surgical Service Technician maintaining high sterilization standards and ensuring patient safety. Proven ability to assist surgical teams efficiently while adhering to strict infection control protocols.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

Surgical Service Technician

San Juan Regional Hosptial
Farmingtion, NM
09.2019 - 06.2022
  • Maintained sterilization standards in accordance with hospital protocols.
  • Assisted surgical teams during procedures by providing necessary tools.
  • Monitored inventory levels and ordered supplies as needed.
  • Collaborated with nurses to ensure patient readiness for surgery.
  • Trained new staff on proper equipment handling and safety procedures.
  • Conducted routine maintenance checks on surgical instruments and tools.
  • Adhered to HIPAA guidelines when handling confidential patient information.
  • Followed hospital policies and procedures regarding infection control practices.
  • Ensured that all equipment was functioning properly before use in the operating room.
  • Maintained a clean and safe environment within the operating room, including stocking supplies and disposing of waste materials.
  • Recorded patient data such as temperature, pulse rate, respiration rate, and blood pressure throughout the procedure.
  • Prepared specimens for laboratory analysis following established protocols.
  • Reported any changes observed in patient condition immediately to supervising physician or nurse.
  • Transported patients between units as needed prior to or after surgery.
  • Provided support to surgeons, nurses and other medical staff during surgery.
  • Trained new employees on proper safety protocols within the operating room setting.
  • Observed sterile techniques at all times while in the operating room setting.
  • Assisted with positioning patients on the operating table according to surgeon's instructions.
  • Performed scrub duties such as passing instruments and providing retractors to surgeons during surgery.
  • Set up equipment, tools, and supplies for procedures and organize instruments as directed in surgeons' preference cards.
  • Analyzed patient chart data and identification to verify accurate information.
  • Maintained proper sterile field during surgical procedures.
  • Cleaned and restocked operating room, gathering and placing equipment and supplies.
  • Provided technical assistance to surgeons, surgical nurses or anesthesiologists.
  • Collaborated with operating room staff to cultivate efficiency and prepare for scheduled and emergency procedures.
  • Held instruments and quickly handed to surgeon during procedures.
  • Adhered to OSHA protocols when sterilizing instruments, discarding medical supplies and disposing of waste.
  • Handed instruments and supplies to surgeons and surgeons' assistants.

Surgical Care Assistant

San Juan Regional Hospital
Farmington, NM
08.2018 - 09.2018
  • Monitored patient vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff.
  • Maintained cleanliness and organization of patient rooms and common areas.
  • Responded promptly to patient calls for assistance or emergency needs.
  • Made beds, organized rooms and lightly cleaned to maintain sanitary living environments.
  • Kept detailed records of patients' medical histories and care plans.
  • Communicated with patients' family members and friends to answer questions and explain care tasks.
  • Helped maintain a safe environment for all staff members and residents and patients by adhering to safety protocols.
  • Transported patients to appointments or other locations using wheelchairs or stretchers.
  • Coordinated care with physicians and other healthcare professionals.

HOUSEKEEPING ESA

San Juan Regional Medical Center
Farmington, NM
07.2013 - 09.2018
  • Clean Patient rooms, sanitize patients room mopping pulling out trash putting, rooms back together. Throughout the Hospital assignment

putting equipment away that was used in the room

  • Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
  • Contributed innovative ideas and solutions to enhance team performance and outcomes.
  • Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
  • Prioritized and organized tasks to efficiently accomplish service goals.

Education

High School Diploma -

Kirtland High School
Kirtland, NM
05-2004

Skills

  • Sterilization standards
  • Surgical instrument handling
  • Patient transport
  • Equipment maintenance
  • Infection control practices
  • Patient monitoring

Timeline

Surgical Service Technician

San Juan Regional Hosptial
09.2019 - 06.2022

Surgical Care Assistant

San Juan Regional Hospital
08.2018 - 09.2018

HOUSEKEEPING ESA

San Juan Regional Medical Center
07.2013 - 09.2018

High School Diploma -

Kirtland High School
Jennifer Yazzie