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Maria Cindy Ayala

Hermiston

Summary

Experienced surgical team member bringing practiced experience assisting with diverse operating room functions and surgeries. Ready to take on diverse roles in the operating room as a circulating nurse or scrub nurse. Anticipates and addresses surgeon's needs from operating room setup and sterilization to draping patients and passing instruments during surgery. Models medical teamwork and physical stamina. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals and needs.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience

Work History

Certified Surgical Technologist

Good Shepherd Health Care System
04.2019 - Current
  • Enhanced patient safety by maintaining a sterile surgical environment and adhering to strict protocols.
  • Assisted surgeons in various procedures, ensuring efficient completion and minimized complications.
  • Reduced surgery time by effectively anticipating surgeon''s needs and providing timely assistance.
  • Performed accurate instrument counts, preventing potential surgical complications due to retained items.
  • Completed continuing education units, staying up to date on surgical technology and meeting organizational requirements.

Traveling Certified Surgical Technologist

Northwest Hospital
02.2022 - 08.2022
  • Ensured timely completion of surgeries with accurate instrument counts and efficient equipment setup and breakdown.
  • Gathered and set up equipment, tools, and supplies and arrange instruments according to surgeons' preferences or instruction.

Traveling Certified Surgical Technologist

Kona Community Hospital
10.2018 - 01.2019
  • Contributed to surgical team efficiency by anticipating surgeon needs and promptly supplying required instruments.

Traveling Certified Surgical Technologist

St. Mary Providence
10.2017 - 01.2018
  • Improved surgical outcomes by maintaining a sterile environment and assisting in the proper use of surgical instruments.

Traveling Certified Surgical Technologist

Sturdy Memorial Hospital
07.2017 - 10.2017
  • Minimized surgical complications by accurately interpreting and executing surgeon instructions during procedures.

Traveling Certified Surgical Technologist

Florida Hospital
04.2017 - 07.2017
  • Maintained daily workflow in the orthopedic fracture care unit, coordinating with operating room staff to prepare for scheduled and emergency cases.
  • Set up operating and surgery rooms by preparing equipment and supplies for upcoming procedures.

Traveling Certified Surgical Technologist

Kuakini Medical Center
12.2016 - 03.2017
  • Gathered and set up equipment, tools, and supplies and arrange instruments according to surgeons' preferences or instruction.

Certified Surgical Technologist

Trios Health Network
04.2014 - 12.2016
  • Assisted orthopedic surgeons specializing in sports medicine, total joint replacement, spine, and orthopedic trauma.
  • Supported surgeons during cosmetic surgeries, gynecological and orthopedic procedures and general surgeries.

Certified Surgical Technologist

CHI St. Anthony
08.2011 - 04.2014
  • Positioned patients and set up drapes to create comfortable surgical environment for patients.
  • Passed instruments and supplies to surgical team members to provide surgeons with necessary tools to complete procedures.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Mercy College of Health Sciences
Des Moines, IA
12.2023

Associate of Science - Surgical Technology

Columbia Basin College
Pasco, WA
08.2010

Skills

  • Surgical Instrument Knowledge
  • Surgical Procedures Knowledge
  • Critical Thinking
  • Attention to Detail
  • Surgical Assistance
  • Certified in CPR/AED
  • Quick learner
  • Bilingual (Spanish, English)
  • Works well under pressure

Timeline

Traveling Certified Surgical Technologist

Northwest Hospital
02.2022 - 08.2022

Certified Surgical Technologist

Good Shepherd Health Care System
04.2019 - Current

Traveling Certified Surgical Technologist

Kona Community Hospital
10.2018 - 01.2019

Traveling Certified Surgical Technologist

St. Mary Providence
10.2017 - 01.2018

Traveling Certified Surgical Technologist

Sturdy Memorial Hospital
07.2017 - 10.2017

Traveling Certified Surgical Technologist

Florida Hospital
04.2017 - 07.2017

Traveling Certified Surgical Technologist

Kuakini Medical Center
12.2016 - 03.2017

Certified Surgical Technologist

Trios Health Network
04.2014 - 12.2016

Certified Surgical Technologist

CHI St. Anthony
08.2011 - 04.2014

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Mercy College of Health Sciences

Associate of Science - Surgical Technology

Columbia Basin College
Maria Cindy Ayala