Joyce Thomas

Certified Surgical Technologist

Tallahassee Outpatient Surgery Center

12.2001 - Current

Anticipated surgeons needs and handed instruments and supplies to surgeons during procedures.
Setup operating and surgery rooms by preparing equipment and supplies for upcoming procedures.
Demonstrated adaptability when faced with emergency situations or unexpected complications during surgeries, providing prompt support to surgical teams.
Expedited surgery room turnover times by swiftly preparing operating rooms for subsequent surgeries, maximizing efficiency within the department.
Assisted surgeons in complex procedures, ensuring efficient completion and minimized complications.
Reduced surgery time by effectively anticipating surgeon''s needs and providing timely assistance.
Enhanced patient safety by maintaining a sterile surgical environment and adhering to strict protocols.
Gathered and set up equipment, tools, and supplies and arrange instruments according to surgeons' preferences or instruction.
Ensured proper handling of specimens during surgeries, aiding in accurate diagnostic results for patients.
Evaluated procedure needs and set up equipment, tools, supplies, and instruments.
Mentored junior staff members on proper techniques and best practices within the field of surgical technology, promoting professional growth among peers.
Performed accurate instrument counts, preventing potential surgical complications due to retained items.
Created unobstructive operative fields by using retractors, sponges, and suction and irrigating equipment.
Contributed to reduced infection rates by diligently practicing proper sterilization techniques for instruments and equipment.
Delivered exemplary assistance and support to surgeons during general, gynecological, orthopedic, neurological, and plastic surgery procedures.
Streamlined workflow by organizing instruments efficiently on the back table according to procedure requirements.
Collaborated closely with interdisciplinary teams for optimal patient care throughout the entire perioperative process.
Prepared instruments for terminal sterilization and reset surgical suites for next procedure.
Used sutures, staples, clips and other tools to close wounds.
Created safe operating environments for invasive and non-invasive procedures.
Collected, prepared and disposed of medical specimens.
Supported colleagues by serving as a resource on surgical technology best practices, fostering a collaborative work environment.
Introduced new staff members to training protocols regarding operating room procedures, infection control, safety standards, and overall facility policies.
Expanded knowledge of surgical procedures through continuous professional development, staying current with industry advancements.
Achieved consistent performance evaluations through dedication to excellence in patient care, teamwork, and adherence to established protocols.
Controlled bleeding during procedures by applying hemostatic clamps, suture ligatures and electrocautery equipment.
Optimized inventory management processes by routinely assessing supplies levels and promptly ordering necessary items for successful surgeries.
Decontaminated, cleaned, assembled, packaged, sterilized, stored, and distributed reusable surgical instrumentation and equipment.
Passed instruments and supplies to surgical team members to provide surgeons with necessary tools to complete procedures.

Summary

Overview

Work History

Certified Surgical Technologist

Education

Associate Degree In Nursing - Nursing

Surgical Technology ( Diploma) - Surgery

Skills

Certification

Timeline

Certified Surgical Technologist

Associate Degree In Nursing - Nursing

Surgical Technology ( Diploma) - Surgery

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