Miranda Toliver
White Sulphur Springs,WV
Summary
Surgical Technologist with five years of OR experience at a small hospital in Lewisgale Alleghany hospital. I attended a technical college in beckley, WV. With my experience in the OR I have been able to become a preceptor and train new incoming surgical techs in the importance of sterility and aseptic technique. I am certified in the state of Virginia and I am currently working on becoming nationally certified with NBSTA. I am willing to learn anything new that involves surgery, as a surgical technologist we are constantly learning every day . I am quick to catch on and pride myself in successfully learning how to anticipate the surgeons needs and making sure the patient has a safe surgery.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Surgical Technologist
LewisGale Alleghany; HCA Capital Division IT&S
11.2020 - Current
- Maintained high infection control standards.
- Prepared operating rooms with required instruments, ensuring efficient setup for various surgical cases.
- Setup operating and surgery rooms by preparing equipment and supplies for upcoming procedures.
- Minimized infection risks by strictly adhering to aseptic techniques when handling surgical supplies and equipment.
- Increased efficiency during surgeries by anticipating surgeon''s needs and providing timely assistance.
- Demonstrated exceptional adaptability when faced with unexpected challenges or changes during surgery, responding quickly without compromising patient safety or procedural success.
- Mentored new surgical technologists, sharing expertise and fostering their growth within the profession.
- Ensured proper care of surgical instruments through meticulous cleaning, sterilization, and maintenance processes.
Education
One Year Program - Surgical Technology
Academy of Careers And Technology
Beckley, WV06.2020
Skills
- Critical thinking
- Aseptic techniques
- Sterile technique proficiency
- Setting up and operating equipment
- Basic life support
- Pre- and post-surgical counts
- Experience in Orthopedic surgeries
- Experience in General surgeries
- Experience in Endoscopy
- Some experience in Gynecology
- Some experience in ENT
Certification
Certified surgical technologist in the state of Virginia .
Timeline
Surgical Technologist
LewisGale Alleghany; HCA Capital Division IT&S
11.2020 - Current
One Year Program - Surgical Technology
Academy of Careers And Technology
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