Marcia Leach
Jamaica,NY
Summary
Dynamic Surgical Technologist with extensive experience at NYU Langone Brooklyn, adept in aseptic techniques and critical thinking. Proven track record in enhancing patient safety and expediting surgery room turnover. Committed to staff education and mentorship, fostering a culture of professionalism and excellence in surgical practices.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Surgical Technologist
NYU Langone Brooklyn
06.2009 - Current
- Maintained high infection control standards.
- 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.
- Anticipated surgeons needs and handed instruments and supplies to surgeons during 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.
- 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.
- Mentored junior staff members on proper techniques and best practices within the field of surgical technology, promoting professional growth among peers.
Education
Certificate - Surgical Technology
New York Downstate Medical Center
Brooklyn, NY03-2009
GED -
Erasmus Hall High Schools
Brooklyn 01-1989
Skills
- Aseptic techniques
- Critical thinking
- Sterile technique proficiency
- Setting up and operating equipment
- Safe sharps disposal
- Professionalism and ethics
- Surgical equipment operation
- Staff education
- Flexible and adaptable
Certification
- CST - Certified Surgical Technologist
Timeline
Surgical Technologist
NYU Langone Brooklyn
06.2009 - Current
Certificate - Surgical Technology
New York Downstate Medical Center
GED -
Erasmus Hall High Schools
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