Juan Diego Leal
San Antonio,TX
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 orthopedic surgical specialties.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Surgical Technologist
InGenesis Inc.
01.2025 - Current
- Assisted in preparing and maintaining sterile surgical instruments and equipment.
- Collaborated with surgical teams to ensure efficient workflow during procedures.
- Supported surgeons by anticipating needs and providing necessary tools during surgeries.
- Currently primary specialties include orthopedic trauma, arthroscopy, sports, joints, Davinci robotic surgeries.
- Experience across multiple other surgical specialties including general, GYN, ENT, plastics, neuro and spine.
Surgical Technologist
Potomac Healthcare Solutions
11.2023 - 12.2024
- Collaborated with surgical teams to ensure efficient workflow during procedures.
- Assisted in preparing and maintaining sterile surgical instruments and equipment.
- Supported surgeons by anticipating needs and providing necessary tools during surgeries.
- Participated in training sessions to enhance knowledge of surgical techniques and practices.
- Primary specialties included ENT, plastics, orthopedics, general and robotic surgery.
Surgical Technologist
United States Navy, Walter Reed National Military Medical Center
07.2019 - 11.2023
- As Operating Room NCOIC, held management role for 85 surgical techs.
- Expertly staffed and scheduled a 24/7, 22 operating room suite.
- Responsible for all administrative functions of assigned personnel.
- Tactical Combat Casualty Care Instructor.
- BLS Instructor.
- Corpsman Basic Skills Instructor.
- Career Development Counselor for the department of surgical services.
Surgical Technologist
United States Navy, CVN70 USS Carl Vinson
05.2016 - 06.2019
- Served as the damage control petty officer. Responsible for maintaining all emergency equipment such as hatches and firefighting.
- Served as maintenance petty officer. Held oversight of the departmental maintenance list including weekly, monthly, quarterly, and annual checks for all equipment owned by the medical department.
- As a sick call corpsmen, provided clinical care to a ship staff of 5100 personnel. Saw an average of 3 patients daily. Wrote patient notes, performed labs, x-rays, and physical therapy.
- As an NCO, performed pharmacy tech role. Distributed medications to patients.
- As surgical tech, worked with general surgeon to maintain an emergency ready operating suite. Responsible for maintaining store rooms and supply levels for all operating room consumables.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Health Sciences
American Military University
Charles Town, WV04-2023
Skills
- Critical thinking
- Sterile technique proficiency
- Setting up and operating equipment
- OR preparation
- Surgical instrumentation
- Multitasking Abilities
- Basic life support
- Experience in email correspondence
Certification
- CST - Certified Surgical Technologist
- BLS
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Surgical Technologist
InGenesis Inc.
01.2025 - Current
Surgical Technologist
Potomac Healthcare Solutions
11.2023 - 12.2024
Surgical Technologist
United States Navy, Walter Reed National Military Medical Center
07.2019 - 11.2023
Surgical Technologist
United States Navy, CVN70 USS Carl Vinson
05.2016 - 06.2019
Associate of Applied Science - Health Sciences
American Military University