LATONYA CLEVELAND
Montgomery,AL
Summary
Travel Surgical Technologists with 7+ years of experience bringing excellent clinical skills in surgical services including but not limited to General surgeries consisting of laparoscopic surgery, amputations, and GI colorectal, Trauma, Plastics, C-Sections, Vaginal Deliveries, ENT, Neuro, Ortho, Ortho-Spine, Robotics, Eyes, Peds and endoscopic procedures. Also a Human Resources Assistant Manager responsible for sourcing, hiring new candidates for employment. Committed to working closely with patients in providing high quality care during all surgical procedures. Extensive background in the healthcare arena provides advantages to recruit the best talent for an organization.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Surgical Technician
SSM Health St. Louis University Hospital
07.2023 - Current
- Served as scrub person for complex surgical procedures for Level I Trauma Hospital
- Assisted surgeons during surgical procedures by preparing and sterilizing surgical instruments and equipment.
- Managed patient care by ensuring a sterile environment and maintaining aseptic techniques.
- Prepared operating rooms by setting up necessary equipment and supplies for Level I Trauma Hospital
- Collaborated with the surgical team to anticipate and address any needs during procedures.
- Experienced in several specialties: Trauma, craniotomy, plastics, vascular, ortho, neuro, robotics, trauma, and general surgeries which consist of laparoscopic surgery, amputations, and GI, colorectal.
Travel Surgical Technologists
Grady Memorial Hospital
05.2024 - 05.2025
- Ensured accuracy in documentation for each surgery performed, maintaining comprehensive records crucial for ongoing patient care management plans.
- Applied strong problem-solving skills to troubleshoot equipment malfunctions promptly, reducing downtime in the operating room.
- Provided thorough preoperative assessments, identifying any potential issues that could impact surgery success or patient safety.
- Enhanced patient safety by strictly adhering to aseptic techniques and sterile procedures during surgical processes.
Surgical Technician
Baptist Medical Center South
01.2023 - 07.2023
- Served as scrub person for complex surgical procedures for Level II Trauma Hospital
- Followed department procedures for scrub persons by assembling surgical packs, supplies, and instruments for surgical cases and preparing the operating room for surgery.
- Inspected instruments and power equipment prior to use to assure operational order and troubleshooted, reported, and removed faulty instruments and equipment from service.
- Ensured an adequate amount of appropriate supplies and instrumentation were available in accordance with the surgeon's preference and counted all instruments, needles, and sponges with a registered nurse according to procedure.
- Experienced in several specialties: Trauma, Craniotomy, ENT, GU, ortho, neuro, ortho-spine, plastics, robotics, vascular, and general surgeries which consist of laparoscopic surgery, amputations, and GI, colorectal.
Human Resources Manager Assistant
K.C. Economic Development, LLC
08.2021 - 09.2022
- Created and posted relevant job positions online.
- Sourced, screened, and submitted potential candidates for employment.
- Recruited candidates via phone, email, and all social media platforms.
- Oversaw credentialing and payroll processes.
- Built relationships with new hires and ensured timely completion of work assignments.
Surgical Technician
Touchette Regional Hospital
05.2020 - 05.2021
- Served as scrub person for general and complex surgical procedures
- Pulled necessary equipment, instruments, and suture for each surgical case
- Passed the surgeon instruments and retrieved medications & other supplies from the circulating nurse
- Set up rooms for the next day, including equipment, supplies, instruments, and surgical bed
- Experienced in several specialties: C-Sections, Ortho, Peds, GU, and general surgeries which consist of laparoscopic surgery, amputations, and GI, colorectal
Surgical Technician
Gateway Regional Medical Ctr
01.2020 - 04.2020
- Served as scrub person for general and complex surgical procedures
- Pulled necessary equipment, instruments, and suture for each surgical case
- Assisted surgeon by passing instruments and retrieving medications & supplies
- Performed room setup for the next day, including equipment, supplies, instruments, and surgical bed
- Specialized in multiple areas: C-Sections, Ortho, Peds, GU, and general surgeries (laparoscopic surgery, amputations, and GI, colorectal)
Surgical Technician
Touchette Regional Hospital
07.2019 - 11.2019
- Assisted surgical team in preparing operating rooms by sterilizing equipment and ensuring all necessary supplies are available.
- Prepared patients for surgery by positioning and draping them appropriately and ensuring their safety and comfort.
- Anticipated the needs of the surgical team during procedures by providing necessary instruments, supplies, and sutures in a timely manner.
- Monitored and maintained a sterile field throughout surgical procedures to prevent infections and ensure patient safety.
- Collaborated with surgical team to ensure efficient workflow and timely completion of surgical procedures.
Surgical Technician
Gateway Regional Medical Ctr
03.2019 - 07.2019
- Prepared operating rooms by sterilizing equipment and ensuring all necessary supplies are available.
- Assisted surgeons during surgeries by passing instruments and supplies, maintaining a sterile field, and anticipating the needs of the surgical team.
- Managed and organized surgical instruments, ensuring proper cleaning, sterilization, and storage.
- Monitored patients during surgeries, including vital signs and anesthesia administration.
- Collaborated with the surgical team to ensure a safe and efficient surgical environment, adhering to all infection control protocols and safety guidelines.
- Experienced in several specialties: C-Sections, ENT, GYN, GU, ortho, neuro, plastics, peds, and general surgeries which consist of laparoscopic surgery, amputations, and GI, colorectal.
Surgical Technician
Memorial Hospital East
06.2015 - 04.2019
- Assisted surgical team in preparing operating rooms by sterilizing equipment and ensuring all necessary supplies are available.
- Prepared patients for surgery by washing and disinfecting incision sites, positioning patients on the operating table, and covering them with sterile drapes.
- Handled surgical instruments and supplies during procedures, passing them to the surgeon and other team members as needed.
- Monitored patients' vital signs during surgery to ensure their safety and promptly alerted the team to any abnormalities.
- Maintained a clean and organized operating room, restocking supplies and disposing of hazardous waste properly after each procedure.
- Experience: Primary Responsibilities included setting up/assisting vaginal deliveries and C-section operations.
Surgical Technician
Missouri Baptist Medical Center
11.2017 - 02.2018
- Assisted surgical team by preparing operating rooms with necessary equipment and supplies.
- Sterilized and maintained surgical instruments and equipment to ensure a safe and sterile environment.
- Prepared patients for surgery by positioning and draping them appropriately.
- Assisted surgeons during procedures by passing instruments and supplies as needed.
- Monitored patients' vital signs and communicated any changes or concerns to the surgical team.
- Experienced in several specialties: ENT, GYN, GU, ortho, neuro, plastics, head and neck, trauma, eyes, vascular, and general surgeries which consist of laparoscopic surgery, amputations, and GI, colorectal.
Surgical Technician
John Cochran VA Medical Hospital
10.2016 - 10.2017
- Assisted surgical team in preparing operating rooms by sterilizing and arranging surgical instruments and equipment.
- Prepared patients for surgery by ensuring they are properly positioned and draped.
- Handed instruments and supplies to surgeons and nurses during surgical procedures.
- Monitored and maintained sterile field during surgery to prevent contamination.
- Managed surgical specimens, ensuring proper labeling and transportation to laboratory for analysis.
- Experienced in several specialties: ENT, GYN, GU, ortho, neuro, robotics, plastics, head and neck, trauma, eyes, vascular, and general surgeries which consist of laparoscopic surgery, amputations, and GI, colorectal.
Surgical Technician
Barnes-Jewish Hospital
05.2015 - 10.2016
- Prepared surgical instruments and equipment for procedures
- Assisted surgeons during surgeries by passing instruments and supplies
- Maintained a sterile environment in the operating room
- Managed and organized surgical supplies and inventory
- Collaborated with the surgical team to ensure efficient and safe procedures
- Experienced in several specialties: ENT, GYN, GU, ortho, robotics, neuro, plastics, head and neck, trauma, eyes, vascular, and general surgeries which consist of laparoscopic surgery, amputations, and GI, colorectal.
- Certified Medical Technician
Surgical Technician
Midwest Institute
06.2013 - 04.2015
- Learned how to prep for sterile surgical procedures by following proper procedures and preparing sterile instruments
- Assisted with surgical procedures by positioning patients and medical equipment during clinical rotations
- Performed medical procedures under supervision during clinical rotation
- Monitored vital signs during surgical procedures during clinical rotations
Logistics Manager
United States Air Force
06.2010 - 02.2012
- Managed the receipt, stockage, issuance, inventory, and inspection of Department of Defense assets, operating materials, supplies and equipment to ensure mission completion was met within the middle east for deployment.
- Managed monetary and inventory controls for accountable assets at the regional level.
- Supervised fifteen subordinates during Air Force career.
Education
Master's - Human Resources Management
Lindenwood University
Saint Charles, MO06.2025
Bachelors - Human Resources Management
Lindenwood University
Saint Charles, MO06.2021
Associates of Applied Sciences - Surgical Technologists Surgical Technology (Medical Technician)
Midwest Institute
Earth City, Missouri05.2015
Skills
- Performance Management
- Operational Procedures
- Aseptic Technique
- Patient Care
- Customer Service
- Strong Communication
- Excellent Decision Making
- BLS
Certification
Certified Management Account (CMA) Jun 2015
Languages
English
French
Russian
Timeline
Travel Surgical Technologists
Grady Memorial Hospital
05.2024 - 05.2025
Surgical Technician
SSM Health St. Louis University Hospital
07.2023 - Current
Surgical Technician
Baptist Medical Center South
01.2023 - 07.2023
Human Resources Manager Assistant
K.C. Economic Development, LLC
08.2021 - 09.2022
Surgical Technician
Touchette Regional Hospital
05.2020 - 05.2021
Surgical Technician
Gateway Regional Medical Ctr
01.2020 - 04.2020
Surgical Technician
Touchette Regional Hospital
07.2019 - 11.2019
Surgical Technician
Gateway Regional Medical Ctr
03.2019 - 07.2019
Surgical Technician
Missouri Baptist Medical Center
11.2017 - 02.2018
Surgical Technician
John Cochran VA Medical Hospital
10.2016 - 10.2017
Surgical Technician
Memorial Hospital East
06.2015 - 04.2019
Surgical Technician
Barnes-Jewish Hospital
05.2015 - 10.2016
Surgical Technician
Midwest Institute
06.2013 - 04.2015
Logistics Manager
United States Air Force
06.2010 - 02.2012
Master's - Human Resources Management
Lindenwood University
Bachelors - Human Resources Management
Lindenwood University
Associates of Applied Sciences - Surgical Technologists Surgical Technology (Medical Technician)
Midwest Institute
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