Michael Pryor Jr
Ocala,FL
Summary
Highly skilled Lead Surgical Technologist with solid background in overseeing surgical procedures, ensuring equipment functionality, and maintaining sterile environments. Possess strong leadership qualities and adeptness in coordinating with cross-functional medical teams to deliver quality patient care. Demonstrated ability to implement procedural improvements that enhance efficiency and safety standards. Effectively contributed to reducing operational bottlenecks and improving patient outcomes in previous roles.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Surgical Technologist
Aya Healthcare
09.2024 - Current
- Assisted with reductions and limb casting and administered pain injections.
- Reviewed surgical requirements and prepped operating room with appropriate tools, equipment and instruments.
- Kept inventory of supplies and ordered new items as needed.
Surgical Technologist
AMN Healthcare
11.2023 - 08.2024
- Provided assistance to surgeons during operations by passing instruments and other supplies.
- Laid out all instruments, supplies and tools as directed by surgeons.
- Handed instruments and supplies to surgeons and surgeons' assistants.
Surgical Technologist
Aya Healthcare
08.2021 - 10.2023
- Provided assistance to surgeons during operations by passing instruments and other supplies.
- Scrubbed arms and hands and assisted surgical team with scrubbing, masks and surgical clothing.
- Held instruments and quickly handed to surgeon during procedures.
SURGICAL TECHNOLOGIST
Ocala Regional Medical Center
Ocala, FL
10.2016 - 08.2021
- Maintained proper sterile field during surgical procedures
- Assisted surgical team to scrub and put on gloves, masks and surgical clothing
- Provided technical assistance to surgeons, surgical nurses and anesthesiologists
- Fostered mobility with regular turning, positioning and ambulating of patients
- Obtained or assisted in specimen collection for diagnostic or waived tests
- Engaged in evidence-based best practices enhancing patient experience
- Ortho-Based Faculty
SURGICAL TECHNOLOGIST
West Marion Community Hospital
Ocala, FL
08.2014 - 10.2016
PATIENT CARE TECHNICIAN
Ocala Regional Medical Center
Ocala, FL
06.2012 - 08.2014
- Transferred, admitted and discharged patients, complying with principles of safe patient handling
- Participated in multi-skilled activities, supporting patient-centered approach to achieving desired outcomes
- Communicated with patients to determine need for assistance or social and emotional support
FOOD SERVICE WORKER
Ocala Regional Medical Center
Ocala, FL
12.2008 - 06.2012
- Placed food trays over food warmers for immediate service
- Cleaned and sanitized work areas, equipment and dishes
- Loaded dishes, glasses and tableware into dishwashing machines
- Used manual or electric appliances to clean, peel and trim foods
- Scheduled use of facilities or catering services for events
- Compiled and maintained records of food use and expenditures
Education
Surgical Technologist
COLLEGE OF CENTRAL FLORIDA
Ocala, FL07.2014
Skills
- Surgical expertise
- Aseptic and sterilization techniques
- Preparing for surgeries
- DaVinci Robot Xi
Certification
Surgical Technologist, 152528 NBSTA
- Board certified by National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA)
- First Aid/CPR
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Surgical Technologist
Aya Healthcare
09.2024 - Current
Surgical Technologist
AMN Healthcare
11.2023 - 08.2024
Surgical Technologist
Aya Healthcare
08.2021 - 10.2023
SURGICAL TECHNOLOGIST
Ocala Regional Medical Center
10.2016 - 08.2021
SURGICAL TECHNOLOGIST
West Marion Community Hospital
08.2014 - 10.2016
PATIENT CARE TECHNICIAN
Ocala Regional Medical Center
06.2012 - 08.2014
FOOD SERVICE WORKER
Ocala Regional Medical Center
12.2008 - 06.2012
Surgical Technologist
COLLEGE OF CENTRAL FLORIDA