Leyla Santay
Los Angeles,CA
Summary
Certified Surgical Technologist with hands-on operating room experience at LACOMS and clinical training in multiple surgical specialties. Skilled in sterile technique, surgical setup, instrumentation, and anticipating surgeon needs in fast-paced environments. Proven ability to maintain aseptic fields, support surgical teams efficiently, and ensure patient safety from pre-op through post-op.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Surgical Technologist
LACOMS (Los Angeles Center for Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery)
12.2025 - Current
- Prepare operating rooms for surgical procedures with proper instrumentation and sterile setup
- Maintain sterile technique throughout procedures ensuring patient safety
- Assist surgeons by passing instruments and anticipating needs
- Perform surgical counts and ensure accuracy
- Support efficient case flow and room turnover
Surgical Tech Student
Southern California Hospital at Culver City
12.2024 - 05.2025
- Set up operating rooms with sterile instruments and equipment
- Assisted during surgeries while maintaining aseptic technique
- Anticipated surgeon needs and supported workflow
Dental Assistant
Dr. Shahrad Shahrooz DDS – North Hollywood, CA
North Hollywood, CA
06.2020 - 02.2024
- Assist in oral procedures including extractions and root canals
- Maintain infection control and sterilization protocols
- Prepare and sterilize instruments using autoclave systems
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Surgical Technology
American Career College
Los Angeles, CA11-2025
Dental Assistant Program - undefined
American Career College
01-2016
Skills
- Sterile Technique & Aseptic Field Maintenance
- Surgical Case Setup & Room Turnover
- Instrumentation & Equipment Handling
- Intraoperative Assistance (Passing, Sutures, Counts)
- Patient Positioning & Preparation
- Specimen Handling & Documentation
- Infection Control & Sterilization
- OR Workflow Efficiency & Team Communication
Certification
- Tech in Surgery – Certified (TS-C), NCCT
- Basic Life Support (BLS)
- Hospital Fire Safety (HFS)
Timeline
Surgical Technologist
LACOMS (Los Angeles Center for Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery)
12.2025 - Current
Surgical Tech Student
Southern California Hospital at Culver City
12.2024 - 05.2025
Dental Assistant
Dr. Shahrad Shahrooz DDS – North Hollywood, CA
06.2020 - 02.2024
Dental Assistant Program - undefined
American Career College
Associate of Applied Science - Surgical Technology
American Career College