Maleah Carey
Claremore
Summary
Professional surgical technologist with comprehensive expertise in surgical procedures, sterile techniques, and patient care. Strong focus on team collaboration and delivering results, adapting seamlessly to changing needs in high-pressure environments. Proficient in instrument handling, surgical field preparation, and ensuring optimal patient outcomes. Reliable, resourceful, and prepared for pivotal roles in surgical settings.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified Surgical Technologist
Hillcrest Medical Center
10.2023 - Current
- Setup operating and surgery rooms by preparing equipment and supplies for upcoming procedures.
- Anticipated surgeons needs and handed instruments and supplies to surgeons during procedures.
- Expedited surgery room turnover times by swiftly preparing operating rooms for subsequent surgeries, maximizing efficiency within the department.
- Assisted surgeons in complex procedures, ensuring efficient completion and minimized complications.
- Reduced surgery time by effectively anticipating surgeon''s needs and providing timely assistance.
- Enhanced patient safety by maintaining a sterile surgical environment and adhering to strict protocols.
- Ensured proper handling of specimens during surgeries, aiding in accurate diagnostic results for patients.
Certified Surgical Technologist
Gifted Healthcare
04.2023 - 10.2023
- Anticipated surgeons needs and handed instruments and supplies to surgeons during procedures.
- Setup operating and surgery rooms by preparing equipment and supplies for upcoming procedures.
- Expedited surgery room turnover times by swiftly preparing operating rooms for subsequent surgeries, maximizing efficiency within the department.
- Assisted surgeons in complex procedures, ensuring efficient completion and minimized complications.
- Enhanced patient safety by maintaining a sterile surgical environment and adhering to strict protocols.
- Gathered and set up equipment, tools, and supplies and arrange instruments according to surgeons' preferences or instruction.
- Ensured proper handling of specimens during surgeries, aiding in accurate diagnostic results for patients.
Certified Surgical Technologist
Fusion Medical Staffing, Travel Position
01.2023 - 04.2023
- Anticipated surgeons needs and handed instruments and supplies to surgeons during procedures.
- Setup operating and surgery rooms by preparing equipment and supplies for upcoming procedures.
- Demonstrated adaptability when faced with emergency situations or unexpected complications during surgeries, providing prompt support to surgical teams.
- Expedited surgery room turnover times by swiftly preparing operating rooms for subsequent surgeries, maximizing efficiency within the department.
- Enhanced patient safety by maintaining a sterile surgical environment and adhering to strict protocols.
- Ensured proper handling of specimens during surgeries, aiding in accurate diagnostic results for patients.
Certified Surgical Technologist (CST)
Aya Healthcare
09.2022 - 12.2022
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of surgical technology advancements through continuous professional development courses and workshops.
- Assisted in surgical procedures, ensuring a sterile environment and efficient completion of tasks.
- Promoted positive working relationships within the surgical team by exhibiting strong communication skills and mutual respect.
- Improved patient outcomes by assisting in complex surgical procedures and providing expert post-operative care.
- Enhanced patient safety by diligently monitoring surgical procedures and anticipating surgeon''s needs.
Certified Surgical Technologist (CST)
Bellin Health
05.2021 - 09.2022
- SPD
- Picking cases ensuring proper supplies are available
- Upheld strict quality control standards by conducting thorough inspections on all refurbished devices before returning them to customers or reselling them as certified pre-owned products.
- Promoted positive working relationships within the surgical team by exhibiting strong communication skills and mutual respect.
- Ensured the availability of advanced surgical technology, staying informed about industry innovations and advocating for the acquisition of appropriate tools to enhance patient care.
- Built strong relationships with colleagues across various departments to foster interdisciplinary care coordination for surgical patients.
Certified Surgical Technologist (CST)
TERREBONNE GENERAL MEDICAL CENTER
01.2021 - 05.2021
- Promoted positive working relationships within the surgical team by exhibiting strong communication skills and mutual respect.
- Ensured the availability of advanced surgical technology, staying informed about industry innovations and advocating for the acquisition of appropriate tools to enhance patient care.
- Built strong relationships with colleagues across various departments to foster interdisciplinary care coordination for surgical patients.
- Improved patient outcomes by assisting in complex surgical procedures and providing expert post-operative care.
- Assisted in complex surgeries through effective communication and collaboration with the surgical team.
- Maintained current knowledge of advancements in surgical procedures, technology, and best practices through ongoing professional development activities.
Surgical Technologist
Thibodaux Regional Medical Center
12.2015 - 12.2020
- Prepared operating rooms with required instruments, ensuring efficient setup for various surgical cases.
- Minimized infection risks by strictly adhering to aseptic techniques when handling surgical supplies and equipment.
- Handled high-pressure situations calmly and efficiently, contributing to successful completion of critical surgeries.
- 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.
- Mentored new surgical technologists, sharing expertise and fostering their growth within the profession.
Surgical Technologist
Mercy
06.2014 - 07.2015
- Prepared operating rooms with required instruments, ensuring efficient setup for various surgical cases.
- Setup operating and surgery rooms by preparing equipment and supplies for upcoming procedures.
- Minimized infection risks by strictly adhering to aseptic techniques when handling surgical supplies and equipment.
- Assisted surgeons in complex procedures for optimal patient outcomes and reduced recovery time.
- Evaluated procedure needs and set up equipment, tools, supplies, and instruments.
Surgical Tech
Ponca City Medical Center
06.2012 - 06.2014
- Assisted in surgical procedures in General, OB/GYN, Orthopedic and ENT surgeries
- Assisted with arranging O.R's and setting up equipment for various surgical procedures including scheduled and stat C-sections
- Picking case carts for surgical procedures
- Responsible for taking call for any surgical emergency
Surgical Tech
Oklahoma Surgical Hospital
02.2007 - 05.2012
- Scrubbed to support staff of fifty plus physicians and RN's for eighteen operating rooms
- Assisted with arranging O.R's and setting up equipment for surgical procedures
- Exercised a working knowledge of medical terminology, surgical terminology and hand signals used during surgery
- Provide a sterile field in accordance with aseptic technique
Surgical Tech
Claremore regional Hospital
05.2004 - 10.2006
- Assisted in surgical procedures in General, OB/GYN, Orthopedic and ENT surgeries
- Assisted with arranging O.R's and setting up equipment for various surgical procedures including scheduled and stat C-sections
- Picking case carts for surgical procedures
- Responsible for taking call for any surgical emergency
Education
Diploma - Surgical Technology
Platt College
Skills
- Clinical Hospital Experience
- Sterile Handling Procedures
- Medical Terminology
- Human Anatomy Expertise
- Infection Control Training
- Surgical Technology Certification
- Proficient in total joints
- Proficient in Davinci Robotic Surgery
- Assists with surgical procedures
- Collaborate With Medical Personnel
- Technical support for surgical operations
- Setting up endoscopic procedures
- Cleaning scopes
- Written communication skills
- Oral communication skills
- Collaborative Teamwork
Certification
- Certified Surgical Technologist
- BLS Certification
Personal Information
- Gender: Female
- Work Permit: Authorized to work in the US for any employer
Timeline
Certified Surgical Technologist
Hillcrest Medical Center
10.2023 - Current
Certified Surgical Technologist
Gifted Healthcare
04.2023 - 10.2023
Certified Surgical Technologist
Fusion Medical Staffing, Travel Position
01.2023 - 04.2023
Certified Surgical Technologist (CST)
Aya Healthcare
09.2022 - 12.2022
Certified Surgical Technologist (CST)
Bellin Health
05.2021 - 09.2022
Certified Surgical Technologist (CST)
TERREBONNE GENERAL MEDICAL CENTER
01.2021 - 05.2021
Surgical Technologist
Thibodaux Regional Medical Center
12.2015 - 12.2020
Surgical Technologist
Mercy
06.2014 - 07.2015
Surgical Tech
Ponca City Medical Center
06.2012 - 06.2014
Surgical Tech
Oklahoma Surgical Hospital
02.2007 - 05.2012
Surgical Tech
Claremore regional Hospital
05.2004 - 10.2006
Diploma - Surgical Technology
Platt College
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