Karina Pinedo
Covina,CA
Summary
Dedicated professional with a background in surgical technology and front office management. Recognized for exceptional customer service and effective inventory management, ready to leverage problem-solving skills to improve patient care and support surgical team success.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Surgical Technologist /Front Office Manager
Taylor Plastic Surgery Center
Pasadena, CA
07.2017 - Current
- Assisted surgeon during procedure by preparing surgical instruments and maintaining sterile environments.
- Ensured proper care of surgical instruments through meticulous cleaning, sterilization, and maintenance processes.
- Performed inventory management duties for the operating room and front office supplies, ensuring adequate stock levels at all times.
- Managed planning, scheduling, and coordination of procedures.
- Managed pre and post operative care for all patients.
Surgical Technologist Student
San Gabriel Ambulatory Surgery Center
San Gabriel, CA
08.2017 - 11.2017
- Assisted in preparing sterile instruments and equipment for surgical procedures.
- Maintained a clean and organized operating room environment.
- Collaborated with surgical team to ensure efficient workflow during procedures.
- Monitored and stocked supplies to support daily operational needs.
- Strengthened clinical skills through hands-on experience in multiple surgical specialties
Surgical Technologist Student
Kaiser Permanente
Baldwin Park, CA
05.2017 - 07.2017
- Developed proficiency in using surgical instruments and equipment effectively.
- Participated in training sessions to enhance technical skills and knowledge
- Established trust among colleagues through consistent adherence to high standards of performance in all assigned tasks.
- Maintained all safety protocols and processes when cleaning, disinfecting and sterilizing endoscopes and related equipment.
Education
Premiere Career College
Irwindale, CA11.2017
Skills
- Critical thinking
- Sterile technique proficiency
- Setting up and operating equipment
- CPR Certified/BLS Certified
- Bilingual communicator in Spanish and English
- Pre and Postoperative care
- Organizational Skills
- Problem solving
- Customer Service
Timeline
Surgical Technologist Student
San Gabriel Ambulatory Surgery Center
08.2017 - 11.2017
Surgical Technologist /Front Office Manager
Taylor Plastic Surgery Center
07.2017 - Current
Surgical Technologist Student
Kaiser Permanente
05.2017 - 07.2017
Premiere Career College