Lea Harnden
Lake Havasu City,AZ
Summary
Driven Surgical Technologist offering 7 years' experience in a hospital setting. Well-versed in general, laparoscopic, orthopedics, spine, vascular, robotics (DaVinci XI), plastics, and urology procedures. Anticipates and addresses surgeon's needs from operating room setup to draping patients and passing instruments. Committed to maintaining the highest standards of health and safety.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Surgical Technologist
Corona Regional Medical Center
07.2017 - 08.2023
- Prepared operating rooms with required equipment, instruments, and supplies ensuring efficient setup for various surgical cases and upcoming procedures.
- Assisted surgeons in procedures for optimal patient outcomes.
- Completed accurate counts of sponges, sharps, and instruments.
- Minimized infection risks by strictly adhering to aseptic techniques when handling surgical supplies, equipment, and specimens.
- Introduced and precepted new staff members and students to training protocols regarding operating room procedures, infection control, safety standards.
Surgical Technologist
Arrowhead Regional Medical Center
01.2017 - 07.2017
- Handled high-pressure situations calmly and efficiently, contributing to successful completion of critical surgeries.
- Evaluated procedure needs and set up equipment, supplies, and instruments.
- Supported smooth transitions between surgeries by promptly preparing the operating room for subsequent cases.
Medical Records Clerk
Inland Eye Specialists
02.2014 - 08.2015
- Maintained confidentiality of all medical records and sensitive information to comply with HIPAA regulations.
- Scanned medical records in digital format for easy retrieval and accessibility.
- Responded to patient inquiries to provide information and details of medical records.
Education
Certified Surgical Technologist - Surgical Technology
Concorde Career College
San Bernardino, CA07.2016
High School Diploma -
National University Academy
Murrieta, CA06.2013
Skills
- Sterile Field Preparation
- Aseptic Techniques
- Surgical Procedure Familiarity
- Accurate pre, intra-op, and post surgical counts
- Safe sharps disposal
Timeline
Surgical Technologist
Corona Regional Medical Center
07.2017 - 08.2023
Surgical Technologist
Arrowhead Regional Medical Center
01.2017 - 07.2017
Medical Records Clerk
Inland Eye Specialists
02.2014 - 08.2015
Certified Surgical Technologist - Surgical Technology
Concorde Career College
High School Diploma -
National University Academy
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