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Jessica Judkins-Valley

729 Carolina Street, Imperial Beach,CA

Summary

Focused Surgical Technologist, well versed in wide range of plastics, general, gynocology, urology, vascular, total joint, robotic, laparoscopic, hand and foot ortho procedures. Proficient in quickly preparing and breaking down surgical suites for assigned cases to sustain patient flows. Expertise in sterile and aseptic techniques with the patient's safety as top priority. Build and maintain good working relationships with the surgical team. Works well with even the most difficult surgeons. Board certified by National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting. Preceptor to new graduates of CST programs. Completed Preceptor/Clinical Coach Course at Scripps in 2024.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Surgical Technologist

Scripps Mercy Hospital
Chula Vista, CA
03.2024 - Current
  • Supported organ procurement efforts in collaboration with Lifeshare.
  • Scrubbed robots, Vascular/Femoral Politeal Bypass/ AV Fistula, ENT, General, Hand and Foot Ortho, Total Joints, Urology, Bone Marrow Harvesting, Gynecology, Maxillofacial Reconstruction.
  • Adjusted medical case cards to align with procedural needs outlined by surgeons.
  • Pulled cases for upcoming procedures.
  • I stood in as the interim anesthesia tech, with knowledge in the anesthesia cart machine setup and sevoflurane stocking.
  • Applied dressings and casts.
  • First assisted most procedures.

Licensed Painting Contractor

Judkins And Judkins Painting Company
Imperial Beach, California
04.2008 - Current
  • Liaised directly with diverse clientele to streamline construction services.
  • Effectively handled payroll operations with precision and adherence to compliance.
  • Maintain up-to-date licensure in California per CSLB standards.
  • Certified in lead and asbestos abatement in California.

Surgical Technologist

Scripps Green Hospital
Torrey Pines, CA
09.2021 - 10.2023
  • Specialized in plastics. With an in depth knowledge and ability to scrub hand and foot ortho, general, ENT, urology, and vascular procedures.
  • Set up equipment, tools and supplies for procedures and organize instruments as directed in surgeons' preference cards.
  • Gathered and took inventory of equipment to confirm adequate supplies for surgery.
  • Used retractors, sponges, suctioning and irrigating equipment to create unobstructed operating fields.
  • Instructed patients and family members on proper discharge care.
  • Communicated with professionalism and compassion when interacting with surgical team and patients.
  • Exhibited confidence to work extremely well under pressure and with variety of physicians of different temperaments.
  • Performed pre-operative and post-operative examinations to check patients' vitals and health status.
  • Assisted surgeons in variety of minor and major surgical procedures.
  • Follows complex and comprehensive verbal and written instructions.

Clinical Surgical Technologist

Camp Pendleton Naval Hospital
San Diego, CA
10.2020 - 03.2021
  • Completed 600 hours of clinical training in the role of the Surgical Technologist, where I participated in more than 120 surgical procedures in a variety of surgical specialties.
  • Gained a working knowledge of sterile processing.
  • Served as an integral part of the surgical team while simultaneously honing my skills in the first scrub role.

Surgical Procedures Include: Posterior/Anterior Cruciate Ligament Repair, ORIF, Tibial Nailing, Knee/Hip/Shoulder Arthroscopy, Bicep Tenodesis, Tonsillectomy, Scrotoplasty, Labiaplasty, Mastectomy, Breast Augmentation (Implants), Breast Reduction, Abdominoplasty, Panniculectomy, TVH, Laparoscopic Hysterectomy, Ablation Hysteroscopy, Cesarean Section, Sentinel Lymph Node Biopsy, TURP, Inguinal/Umbilical Hernia Repair (Laparoscopic and Open).

Education

Bachelor of Healthcare Administration - Business Management

Pima Medical Institute
San Diego, CA
04-2025

Associate of Science - Surgical Technology

Pima Medical Institute
San Diego, CA
03.2021

Licensed Contractor - Laws Of Construction And Contracting

Golden State Contractors School
Mission Valley, California
03.2008

High School Diploma -

Mar Vista Senior High School
Imperial Beach, CA
07.2006

Skills

  • Collecting Medical Specimens
  • Preparing for Surgeries
  • HIPAA Proficiency
  • Passing Surgical Tools
  • Transporting Patients
  • Safely Disposing of Needles
  • Aseptic and Sterilization Techniques
  • Equipment Set up and Operation
  • Attention to Detail
  • Calm Under Pressure
  • Infection Control
  • Patient Needs Assessment
  • Verbal and Written Communication
  • Critical Thinking
  • Wound Dressing Techniques
  • Surgical Counts
  • Equipment Troubleshooting
  • Relationship Building
  • Flexible and Adaptable
  • Disposing of Biohazardous Waste
  • Teamwork and Collaboration
  • Assisting Surgical Team
  • Patient Positioning
  • Equipment Operation
  • Assessing vital signs
  • OB/GYN Procedures
  • Oxygen Tank Use and Handling
  • Professional Conduct

Certification

In depth training on learning styles, personality styles, and the best way to approach teaching new grads and new hires based on these traits.

Completed in 2024 at Scripps Health

Languages

Spanish
Professional
English
Full Professional

Timeline

Surgical Technologist

Scripps Mercy Hospital
03.2024 - Current

Surgical Technologist

Scripps Green Hospital
09.2021 - 10.2023

Clinical Surgical Technologist

Camp Pendleton Naval Hospital
10.2020 - 03.2021

Licensed Painting Contractor

Judkins And Judkins Painting Company
04.2008 - Current

Associate of Science - Surgical Technology

Pima Medical Institute

Licensed Contractor - Laws Of Construction And Contracting

Golden State Contractors School

High School Diploma -

Mar Vista Senior High School

Bachelor of Healthcare Administration - Business Management

Pima Medical Institute
Jessica Judkins-Valley