Kristina Hickey
Lakeland,FL
Summary
Surgical Technologist with proven expertise in preoperative preparation and aseptic techniques. Enhancing patient safety and surgical efficiency, demonstrating exceptional adaptability and critical thinking. Skilled in inventory management and equipment setup, embodying flexibility and a commitment to excellence.
Driven Surgical Technologist offering 8 years of experience in hospital settings. Well-versed in sports medicine, total joint replacement, joint revision, and general surgery procedures. Proven leader and instrumental in developing new total joint replacement programs and educating staff on those procedures, and equipment. Eager to take next career step with growing organization offering opportunities for professional development and advancement.
Thorough team contributor with strong organizational capabilities. Experienced in handling numerous projects at once while ensuring accuracy. Effective at prioritizing tasks and meeting deadlines.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Surgical Technologist
South Florida Baptist Hospital
04.2022 - Current
- 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.
- Maintained specialty equipment, implant, and instrumentation inventories.
- Evaluated procedure needs and set up equipment, tools, supplies, and instruments.
- Worked with vendors for speedy procurement of services and equipment.
- Supported smooth transitions between surgeries by promptly preparing the operating room for subsequent cases.
- Introduced new staff members to training protocols regarding operating room procedures, infection control, safety standards, and overall facility policies.
- Contributed to successful operations by assembling and organizing surgical equipment with precision.
- Minimized infection risks by strictly adhering to aseptic techniques when handling surgical supplies and equipment.
Surgical Technologist
Lakeland Regional Health Medical Center
06.2016 - 07.2023
- Increased efficiency during surgeries by anticipating surgeon''s needs and providing timely assistance.
- Maintained specialty equipment, implant, and instrumentation inventories.
- Maintained high infection control standards.
- Setup operating and surgery rooms by preparing equipment and supplies for upcoming procedures.
- Enhanced patient safety by maintaining a sterile surgical environment and adhering to strict protocols.
- Worked with vendors for speedy procurement of services and equipment.
- Provided comprehensive support to surgeons specializing in sports medicine, total joint replacement, spine, and orthopedic trauma treatment.
- Received recognition for excellent performance in assisting with emergency surgeries, resulting in positive patient outcomes.
- Demonstrated exceptional adaptability when faced with unexpected challenges or changes during surgery, responding quickly without compromising patient safety or procedural success.
Education
Certificate of Technical Studies - Surgical Technologist
Travis Technical College
3225 Winter Lake Rd, Lakeland, FL 3380305-2016
High School Diploma -
George Jenkins High School
6000 Lakeland Highlands Rd, Lakeland, FL 3381305-2010
Skills
- Anatomy
- Preoperative preparation
- Setting up and operating equipment
- Aseptic techniques
- Specimen collection
- Critical thinking
- Inventory management
- Physical stamina
- Equipment set up
- Sterile field management
- Scrub assistance
- Instrument preparation
- Sterile technique proficiency
- Adaptability and flexibility
Timeline
Surgical Technologist
South Florida Baptist Hospital
04.2022 - Current
Surgical Technologist
Lakeland Regional Health Medical Center
06.2016 - 07.2023
Certificate of Technical Studies - Surgical Technologist
Travis Technical College
High School Diploma -
George Jenkins High School
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