Miranda Padilla
Littleton,CO
Summary
Accomplished Certified Surgical Technologist with a proven track record at Rady Children's Hospital, specializing in CVOR operations. Demonstrates exceptional collaboration and leadership, significantly enhancing team efficiency and patient outcomes. Expert in surgical assistance and aseptic technique, ensuring optimal operating room safety and patient care. Highly motivated and detail-oriented professional with expertise in data analysis, project management, and process improvement. Adept at troubleshooting and resolving complex issues. Skilled in developing and implementing innovative strategies to reduce costs and increase efficiency.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
CVOR Surgical Technologist
Advent Health
Littleton
12.2024 - Current
- Demonstrated commitment to professional growth by attending industry conferences and workshops related to CVOR techniques and technologies.
- Kept equipment functioning properly and safely.
- Enhanced patient safety by meticulously preparing and organizing surgical instruments and equipment.
- Facilitated communication between surgical team members during procedures to ensure seamless coordination and optimal patient care.
- Prepared operating room for surgical procedures.
- Provided exceptional support to surgeons during complex CVOR procedures, ensuring smooth operations.
- Handled and processed surgical specimens according to established policy and procedure.
Certified Surgical Technologist, CVOR
Rady Children's Hospital
San Diego, CA, US
07.2021 - 10.2024
- Performed preoperative duties such as counting sponges, needles and instruments before and after surgeries.
- Assisted with the orientation process for new staff members providing guidance on best practices related to CVOR operations.
- Maintained a sterile field throughout procedures by passing instruments to surgeons using appropriate technique.
- Participated in mock drills involving rapid response teams related to cardiac arrest events within the CVOR setting.
- Provided technical support to surgeons, circulating nurses and other medical staff during surgery.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary team members regarding patient care plans and strategies for optimal outcomes.
- Applied knowledge of surgical procedures to anticipate needs of surgeon throughout intraoperative phase.
- Held retractors and cut sutures as directed by surgeon during operation.
PCA II
Rady Children's Hospital
San Diego, CA, US
08.2020 - 07.2021
- Supportive role for the physician, nurses, families, and patients with patient care, emergency calls, and clinical communication.
- Helped patients with ambulation using gait belts or wheelchairs while ensuring safety protocols were followed.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient progress in accordance with established standards.
- Assisted patients with transfers from bed to wheelchair and other adaptive equipment.
- Administer care and monitor injured or ill students within guidelines of District Clinic Management.
- Under close supervision, assists professional nursing and care providers in providing care to all patients.
Certified Nurse Assistant
Denver Health Medical Center
US
01.2019 - 02.2020
Education
Associates Degree - General Studies
Red Rocks Community College
Associates Degree - Science
Southwestern College
Skills
- Heartsaver First Aid CPR BLS AED
- Operating Room Safety
- Leadership
- Critical thinking
- Attention to detail
- Surgical Assistance
Timeline
CVOR Surgical Technologist
Advent Health
12.2024 - Current
Certified Surgical Technologist, CVOR
Rady Children's Hospital
07.2021 - 10.2024
PCA II
Rady Children's Hospital
08.2020 - 07.2021
Certified Nurse Assistant
Denver Health Medical Center
01.2019 - 02.2020
Associates Degree - General Studies
Red Rocks Community College
Associates Degree - Science
Southwestern College