KATY CHANTHAVONG
Pomona,CA
Summary
Experienced Surgical Technologist with expertise in various surgical procedures including General, Podiatry, GYN, Thoracic, and Vascular surgeries. Currently undergoing training in CVOR. Proficient in efficiently setting up surgical suites according to specific procedures and surgeon's instructions. Possesses extensive knowledge in maintaining sterile and aseptic techniques. Holds certification from the National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified Surgical Technologist, CVOR
MemorialCare Long Beach Medical Center
02.2024 - Current
- Scrubbed in CABG, Minimally invasive AVR/MVR, Dissections, Thoracic, and Vascular cases
- Maintained compliance with industry regulations by following strict guidelines for documentation, reporting, and patient confidentiality in all aspects of work performance.
- Participated actively in interdisciplinary team meetings, contributing valuable insights to improve patient outcomes and refine surgical processes.
- Demonstrated adaptability by quickly learning new technology advancements related to CVOR procedures.
- Upheld hospital policies and procedures by staying informed about changes and updates, ensuring consistent quality care across the CVOR unit.
Surgical Technologist
Beverly Hospital
12.2021 - 12.2023
- Assisted in many general, GYN, urology, and ortho cases
- Assisted nurse in positioning patients on the operating table
- Handed instruments and supplies to surgeons and surgeon's assistants, held retractors, cut sutures, and performed other tasks as directed during operation
- Gathered equipment for cleaning and sterilization.
- Maintained high infection control standards.
- Prepared operating rooms with required instruments, ensuring efficient setup for various surgical cases.
Hospital Courier
Apollo Couriers
09.2020 - 04.2021
- Transported specimens to and from labs, hospitals, surgery centers, and patient homes
- Ensure that all specimens and packages are properly secured in vehicle
- Pick up and drop off pharmacy orders to patient
- Transported surgery supplies and equipment's between hospitals and surgery centers
- Communicated clearly and openly with dispatch to receive new orders and convey important updates about jobs.
- Completed daily delivery assignments while adhering to strict time constraints, ensuring consistent service quality.
Project Coordinator
UnitedHealth Group
04.2019 - 01.2020
- Supervised multiple projects from project start through delivery by prioritizing needs and delegating assignments
- Kept projects on schedule by managing deadlines and adjusting workflows
- Provide general claims support by reviewing, researching, and investigating medical records
- Authorize the appropriate payment for medical records request
- Conduct data entry and re-word of patient chart
- Work closely with project manager to establish medical record request packets per HIPPA standards.
- Liaised between departments to facilitate communication and keep appropriate parties updated on project developments.
Hospital Courier
JSL Transport
01.2018 - 08.2018
- Perform pick-up and delivery of medical specimen and packages between various hospitals and laboratories
- Ensured timely safe and accurate delivery
- Place specimens in cooler bags according to temperature needs
- Responsible for maintenance and care of vehicle.
Education
Certificate - Surgical Technology
North-West College
Anaheim, CA11.2021
Externship -
Beverly Hospital
Montebello, CA08.2021
Externship -
Barret Plastic Surgery
Beverly Hills, CA05.2021
Skills
- Transporting patients
- Aseptic and sterilization techniques
- Preparing for surgeries
- Collecting medical specimens
- Passing surgical tools
- Disposing of biohazardous waste
- Safely disposing of needles
- Equipment set up and operation
- HIPAA proficiency
- Dressing wounds
- Workplace safety
- OB/GYN procedures
- Surgical counts
- PPE use
- Surgical Equipment Handling
- Surgical Instrument Knowledge
- Operating Room Safety
- Infection control measures
- Critical thinking abilities
- Sterile technique mastery
- Continuous Learning Attitude
- Sterile Field Preparation
Certification
- Certified Surgical Technologist (CST)
- Board certified by National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA)
- CPT 1 License - CDPH
Timeline
Certified Surgical Technologist, CVOR
MemorialCare Long Beach Medical Center
02.2024 - Current
Surgical Technologist
Beverly Hospital
12.2021 - 12.2023
Hospital Courier
Apollo Couriers
09.2020 - 04.2021
Project Coordinator
UnitedHealth Group
04.2019 - 01.2020
Hospital Courier
JSL Transport
01.2018 - 08.2018
Certificate - Surgical Technology
North-West College
Externship -
Beverly Hospital
Externship -
Barret Plastic Surgery
- Certified Surgical Technologist (CST)
- Board certified by National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA)
- CPT 1 License - CDPH
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