Kaitlin Gomez-Estrella
Auburn
Summary
Certified Surgical Technologist with hands-on experience in a high-volume hospital surgical setting. Skilled in maintaining sterile technique, anticipating surgeon needs, and supporting safe, efficient surgical procedures. Recognized for strong teamwork, adaptability, and clear communication. Committed to patient safety and delivering high-quality perioperative care.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
2
2
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified Surgical Technologist
Kaiser Permanente
Bellevue
03.2025 - Current
- Prepared surgical instruments and equipment for various procedures.
- Assisted surgeons during operations by providing necessary tools and support.
- Maintained sterile environment by following infection control protocols.
- Performed instrument counts before, during, and after surgeries as required by hospital policy.
- Retrieved specimens from the OR for laboratory analysis.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Surgical Technology
Pima Medical Institute
Seattle, WA 04.2023 - 11.2024
Skills
- Surgical instrument preparation
- Sterile environment maintenance
- Infection control protocols
- Specimen retrieval
- Effective communication
- Attention to detail
- Surgical counts
- OR preparation
- Equipment management
- Patient safety
- Patient preparation
Languages
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
English
Native/ Bilingual
Certification
- Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) — Expires June 28, 2027
- Surgical Technologist Registration — Expires August 15, 2026
- Basic Life Support (BLS) — Expires September 30, 2027
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Certified Surgical Technologist
Kaiser Permanente
03.2025 - Current
Associate of Applied Science - Surgical Technology
Pima Medical Institute
04.2023 - 11.2024