Katie Bost
St. Petersburg
Summary
Dynamic Surgical Technologist with extensive experience at Bayfront Health, skilled in aseptic techniques and critical thinking. Proven ability to enhance surgical efficiency by anticipating surgeons' needs, leading to optimal patient outcomes. Recognized for exceptional leadership in training new staff and maintaining a sterile environment under pressure.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Surgical Technologist
Bayfront Health
08.2016 - Current
- Assisted surgical teams by preparing and organizing instrumentation needed for procedures
- Maintain a sterile field
- Collaborated with nurses and surgeons to facilitate smooth workflow in the operating room.
- Consistent team work and communication to give patients the best care possible.
- Train new staff on new procedures and surgical techniques
- Anticipate the surgeons' needs to enhance overall efficiency
- Handle high pressure environments with a level head during critical situations
- Assist with room turn overs
Surgical Technologist
Dublin Methodist Hospital
01.2013 - 08.2016
- Set up and maintained a sterile field
- Anticipate and assist the surgeon during the procedures
- Trained new staff
- Supported patient care by preparing patients for surgery, including positioning and draping.
- Assisted in room turn over
Surgical Technologist
Adena Regional Medical Center
01.2011 - 01.2013
- Assisted surgical teams by preparing and organizing necessary instruments for procedures.
- Anticipated surgeons' needs during procedures, enhancing overall efficiency and effectiveness.
- Assisted surgeons in complex procedures for optimal patient outcomes and reduced recovery time.
- Increased efficiency during surgeries by anticipating surgeon''s needs and providing timely assistance.
- Demonstrated exceptional adaptability when faced with unexpected challenges or changes during surgery, responding quickly without compromising patient safety or procedural success.
Education
Associate of Science - Surgical Technology
Columbus State Community College
Columbus, Ohio, OH12-2010
Skills
- Aseptic techniques
- Critical thinking
- Sterile technique
- Setting up and operating equipment
- Surgical Counts
- Anticipation
- Leadership Skills
- Robotic Training
- Coordinator of Maxillofacial and ENT
Certification
Basic Life Support
Timeline
Surgical Technologist
Bayfront Health
08.2016 - Current
Surgical Technologist
Dublin Methodist Hospital
01.2013 - 08.2016
Surgical Technologist
Adena Regional Medical Center
01.2011 - 01.2013
Associate of Science - Surgical Technology
Columbus State Community College