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Kara Kiziah

Cocoa Beach,FL
Kara Kiziah

Summary

Skilled Surgical Technologist proficient in various surgical procedures with added focus in spine and plastics. Demonstrates effective teamwork to improve safety and minimize operational complications. Well versed in sterilization and aseptic practices, and maintaining rigorous care standards.

Overview

11
years of professional experience

Work History

Baptist Medical Center South

Surgical Technologist
04.2024 - 10.2025

Job overview

  • Introduced new staff members to training protocols regarding operating room procedures, infection control, safety standards, and overall facility policies.
  • Worked with vendors for speedy procurement of services and equipment.
  • Maintained high infection control standards.
  • Provided comprehensive support to surgeons specializing in spine and plastics.
  • additional specialties including gynecology, podiatry, sports medicine, and urology.

Ascension St. Vincent's Riverside

Surgical Technologist
08.2014 - 09.2024

Job overview

  • Supported surgeons during operations specialized in neurosurgery.
  • Managed sterile field during surgical procedures and employed optimal aseptic techniques.
  • Minimized infection risks by verifying sterility of supplies and instruments during surgical set up.
  • Protected both staff and patients with consistent use of Standard Universal Precautions, hand hygiene and personal protective equipment.
  • Readied patients for procedures with proper site preparation, positioning and draping.

Education

Florida State College of Jacksonville
Jacksonville, FL

Workforce Certificate from Surgical Technology
05.2014

Merritt Island Highschool
Merritt Island, FL

High School Diploma
05.2011

Skills

  • Precepting
  • Aseptic Techniques
  • Sterile Field Preparation
  • Critical Thinking

Timeline

Surgical Technologist

Baptist Medical Center South
04.2024 - 10.2025

Surgical Technologist

Ascension St. Vincent's Riverside
08.2014 - 09.2024

Florida State College of Jacksonville

Workforce Certificate from Surgical Technology

Merritt Island Highschool

High School Diploma

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