MICHAEL ANTHONY MCLAUGHLIN
San Francisco,CA
Summary
Dynamic Surgical Technologist with extensive experience at Presidio Surgery Center, excelling in sterile field mastery and infection control protocols. Proven ability to enhance surgical outcomes through effective problem-solving and collaboration. Recognized for anticipating surgeons' needs and ensuring seamless operations, contributing to high standards of patient care and safety.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Surgical Technologist
Presidio Surgery Center
San Francisco, CA
09.2023 - 04.2026
- Demonstrated proactive sterile precautions, setting an example for team adherence to protocols
- Coordinated intraoperative monitoring, aligning team actions on sterile barriers to prevent cross-contamination
- Supported sterile technique compliance to uphold center of excellence standards for total hip and knee replacements
Travel Surgical Technologist
Medical Solutions
San Francisco, CA
04.2023 - 09.2023
- Delivered compassionate care in specialized burn unit, facilitating patient recovery and comfort.
- Prepared Recell solution for Burn patient(s)
- Assisted in gender reassignment and feminization procedures, improving patient experiences and satisfaction.
- Provided empathetic care and support to individuals undergoing gender transition, fostering emotional well-being.
Travel Surgical Technologist
AMN
Indio, CA
08.2022 - 12.2022
- Maintained sterile fields during procedures, minimizing infection risks and safeguarding patient health.
- Passed instruments and supplies to surgical team members, facilitating efficient access to necessary tools during procedures.
- Gathered and set up equipment, tools, and supplies; arranged instruments per surgeons' preferences to ensure readiness for procedures.
Travel Surgical Technologist
TNAA
San Luis Obispo, CA
05.2022 - 07.2022
- Supplied instruments and materials to surgical team, ensuring surgeons had necessary tools for successful procedures.
- Gathered and set up equipment, tools, and supplies and arranged instruments according to surgeons' preferences or instruction.
- Positioned patients and set up drapes to create comfortable surgical comfortable surgical environment for patients. Reduced infection risks and protected patients by maintaining sterile fields during procedures.
- Collaborated with ortho trauma team to facilitate smooth and effective surgical operations.
Travel Surgical Technologist
TNAA
Indio, CA
01.2022 - 04.2022
- Maintained sterile fields by following aseptic techniques and adhering to infection control protocols.
- Cultivated strong partnerships with trauma teams to ensure delivery of high-quality patient care.
- Promoted high standards by modeling expected behaviors, fostering clarity and accountability among team members.
- Established professional relationships with team members to facilitate rapid issue resolution.
Travel Surgical Technologist
Eisenhower Medical Center
Rancho Mirage, CA
10.2021 - 11.2021
- Developed skills in robotic orthopedics to improve precision and outcomes in surgical procedures.
- Assisted surgical teams with instrument preparation and sterile field maintenance.
- Gathered, set up, and arranged equipment, tools, and supplies based on surgeons' preferences to ensure readiness for surgical procedures.
- Monitored surgical supplies and ensured availability for procedures.
- Supported patient positioning and comfort during surgeries.
Travel Surgical Technologist
AMN
Redwood City, CA
11.2020 - 09.2021
- Ensured high infection control standards during neurological procedures, safeguarding patient health and safety.
- Set up equipment, tools, and supplies, arranging instruments per surgeons' preferences to ensure seamless surgical procedures.
- Created safe operating environments for invasive and non-invasive procedures.
- Collaborated with team to troubleshoot surgical issues, enhancing patient outcomes through effective problem-solving.
- Provided support services for surgical teams at Kaiser Permanente.
Certified Surgical Technologist
Mather Memorial Hospital
Port Jefferson, NY
01.2018 - 10.2020
- Assisted surgeons across diverse surgical procedures, ensuring seamless support during general, gynecological, orthopedic, neurological, and plastic surgeries.
- Anticipated surgeons' needs, providing instruments and supplies promptly to enhance procedure efficiency.
- Prepared operating and surgery rooms by gathering and arranging equipment, tools, and supplies according to surgeons' preferences.
- Ensured strict adherence to infection control protocols in the operating room.
Certified Surgical Technologist
Brookhaven Hospital
Patchogue, NY
11.2018 - 12.2018
- Set up operating and surgery rooms by preparing equipment and supplies, organizing instruments based on surgeon preferences to ensure readiness for procedures.
- Assisted in orthopedics, neurology, and general surgery to support diverse surgical procedures.
- Maintained infection control standards to ensure patient safety and compliance with health regulations.
- Assessed procedure requirements and arranged equipment, tools, supplies, and instruments.
Education
Certificate of Surgical Technology - Surgical Technology
Western Suffolk BOCES
East Northport, NY10-2017
High School Diploma -
Doherty Memorial High School
Worcester06-2006
Skills
- Surgical Instrumentation
- Sterile Field Mastery
- Infection Control Protocols
- Clinical Judgment
- Organizing OR Workflows
- Procedure Instruction
- Peer Collaboration
- Surgical Coordination
- Decision-Making Skills
- Problem-Solving
Certification
- Certified Surgical Technologist: 10/2017 - 09/2023
Timeline
Surgical Technologist
Presidio Surgery Center
09.2023 - 04.2026
Travel Surgical Technologist
Medical Solutions
04.2023 - 09.2023
Travel Surgical Technologist
AMN
08.2022 - 12.2022
Travel Surgical Technologist
TNAA
05.2022 - 07.2022
Travel Surgical Technologist
TNAA
01.2022 - 04.2022
Travel Surgical Technologist
Eisenhower Medical Center
10.2021 - 11.2021
Travel Surgical Technologist
AMN
11.2020 - 09.2021
Certified Surgical Technologist
Brookhaven Hospital
11.2018 - 12.2018
Certified Surgical Technologist
Mather Memorial Hospital
01.2018 - 10.2020
Certificate of Surgical Technology - Surgical Technology
Western Suffolk BOCES
High School Diploma -
Doherty Memorial High School