Maria Blandon
Saint Augustine
Summary
Certified Surgical Technologist with over 10 years of experience in fast-paced surgical environments, dedicated to delivering exceptional patient care and supporting surgical teams. Recognized for maintaining composure under pressure while ensuring the highest standards of safety and efficiency in the operating room. A collaborative team player committed to continuous improvement and professional development, eager to contribute expertise in a dynamic healthcare setting. Seeking to leverage extensive skills and knowledge as a Surgical Technologist.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Surgical Technician
Patient Care Associates
Englewood, NJ
02.2008 - Current
- - OR Setup & Sterilization: Set up the sterile back table and Mayo stand with instruments, equipment, and supplies. Perform instrument sterilization and prepare operating rooms.
- - Intraoperative Assistance: Pass instruments, sponges, sutures, and medications to surgeons.
- - Anticipate surgical team needs, including robotic-assisted procedures.
- - Patient Care & Safety: Position patients, drape, and prepare surgical sites for, and assist with transport of, patients. Monitor the sterile field to prevent contamination.
- - Equipment & Documentation: Operate and troubleshoot specialized equipment. Manage inventory and document surgical procedures.
- - Recognizes and reports emergency situations.
Float Surgical Tech
Baptist Medical Center
Jacksonville, FL
04.2024 - 07.2024
- - OR Setup & Sterilization: Set up the sterile back table and Mayo stand with instruments, equipment, and supplies. Perform instrument sterilization and prepare operating rooms.
- - Intraoperative Assistance: Pass instruments, sponges, sutures, and medications to surgeons.
- - Anticipate surgical team needs, including robotic-assisted procedures.
- - Patient Care & Safety: Position patients, drape, and prepare surgical sites for, and assist with transport of, patients. Monitor the sterile field to prevent contamination.
- - Equipment & Documentation: Operate and troubleshoot specialized equipment. Manage inventory and document surgical procedures.
Education
License -
American Training School
North Bergen, NJ01.2013
Skills
- Operating room coordination
- Aseptic procedures expertise
- Hands-on experience in healthcare environments
- Knowledge of clinical terminology
- Infection prevention training
- Intensive care expertise
- Patient management in ICU
- CMA with over a decade of experience
Accomplishments
- Trained on several new surgical technologists.
- Built strong relationships with surgeons and learned set up preferences to streamline surgeries.
- Resolved product issue through consumer testing.
Certification
- - Certified Surgical Technologist
- - Patient Care
- - Phlebotomy Certification
- - EKG Certification
- - CPR Certification
Languages
- Spanish - Expert
Timeline
Float Surgical Tech
Baptist Medical Center
04.2024 - 07.2024
Surgical Technician
Patient Care Associates
02.2008 - Current
License -
American Training School