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Work History
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Certification
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Jessica Smith

Tampa

Summary

Surgical professional with solid background in supporting complex surgical procedures and ensuring operational efficiency. Known for collaborative teamwork and achieving optimal outcomes in high-pressure environments. Reliable and adaptable with strong skills in sterile techniques. Ready to help the team achieve company goals!

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Certfied Surgical Technologist

Mease Countryside Hospital
10.2023 - Current

Certified Surgical Technologist with hands-on experience in a wide range of surgical specialties including General, Orthopedic, Spine, Robotic-assisted, Plastics, GYN, ENT, Vascular, and Organ Procurement procedures. Skilled in preparing operating rooms, managing surgical instrumentation, and supporting complex procedures with precision and efficiency.

Adept in creating clear operative fields through effective retraction and suction techniques. Known for anticipating surgeon needs, reducing operative time, and remaining composed during emergencies. Committed to patient safety, surgical excellence, and collaborative teamwork in high-pressure environments.

Registered Phlebotomy Technician

St. Joseph Hospital North
06.2011 - 10.2022

Collected and processed blood, tissue, and bone marrow specimens for pathology with strict adherence to aseptic techniques. Trained new staff, ensured compliance with HIPAA and lab protocols, and maintained a clean, safe laboratory environment.

  • Packaged and shipped specimens to central lab daily.

Education

Associate of Science - Surgical Services

St. Petersburg College
Clearwater, FL
07-2024

Skills

  • Spine Surgery (Laminectomy, Discectomy, Spinal Fusions, Scoliosis) ENT (Radical Neck Dissections) Flexible and Adaptable Robotic Surgery (DaVinci System) Vascular Surgery (Endardectomy, Fistulas)
  • Organ Procurement Works effectively under pressure Teamwork and Collaboration

Accomplishments

  • Built strong relationships with surgeons and learned set up preferences to streamline surgeries.
  • Collaborated with team of 4 in the development of creating a Spine Team Specialty, to help with case volume.

Certification

  • CST - Certified Surgical Technologist

Timeline

Certfied Surgical Technologist

Mease Countryside Hospital
10.2023 - Current

Registered Phlebotomy Technician

St. Joseph Hospital North
06.2011 - 10.2022

Associate of Science - Surgical Services

St. Petersburg College