Lisa Palmer
Imperial Beach,CA
Summary
My personal experience as a Surgical Technician has been so rewarding and fulfilling. I truly work in the position I was meant to. In addition to performing the role as a Surgical Technician I have been told that I am an excellent preceptor. I have had new graduates and students ask to be assigned to me because they feel they learn so much. I believe that instructing the student/new graduate the procedure, as well as "why" they are doing what they need to do is imperative so they can perform at the highest level they are able to in the future.
Additionally, have had the pleasure of boosting morale.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Surgical Technician
Sharp Healthcare
01.2020 - Current
In this position I primarily scrub for spine (both orthopedic and neurologic), other neurologic (craniotomies), orthopedic (total joints and trauma), general, plastic, some vascular, hand, urologic (cystoscopies, ureteroscopies including use of laser) and ENT procedures.
I am also proficient in use of navigation (Brain Lab, Medtronic and Storz).
Surgical Technician
Alvarado Hospital Medical Center
07.2014 - 01.2020
In this position I scrubbed for all of the above listed services.
Surgical Technician
Scripps Ambulatory Surgery Center
03.2013 - 06.2014
I primarily scrubbed hand procedures, ACL reconstructions and shoulder/knee arthroscopies.
Surgical Technician
UCSD Thornton Hospital
02.2006 - 12.2012
In this position I scrubbed in plastic procedures (including cosmetic and reconstructive), neurologic (spine and craniotomies), gynecologic, urologic, robotic procedures (gynecologic and urologic), and ENT (primarily ear and neck procedures).
Education
Surgical Technology
Concorde Career College
San Diego, CA01.2006
Skills
- Gather appropriate instruments and supplies needed for the scheduled procedure, including those needed for variations that may arise
- Continually advocate for patient's safety, including strict adherence to ascetic technique
- Assist the surgeon according to his/her preferences
- Continually track counted supplies to ensure patient safety
- Established reputation for reliability, punctuality, and dedication to providing the highest level of surgical support in all situations
Timeline
Surgical Technician
Sharp Healthcare
01.2020 - Current
Surgical Technician
Alvarado Hospital Medical Center
07.2014 - 01.2020
Surgical Technician
Scripps Ambulatory Surgery Center
03.2013 - 06.2014
Surgical Technician
UCSD Thornton Hospital
02.2006 - 12.2012
Surgical Technology
Concorde Career College