Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Surgical Technologist
Hospital for Special Surgery, Main Campus
New York, NY
10.2017 - Current
Communicated effectively with surgeons, nurses, anesthesiologists, and scrub techs while performing duties in the OR environment.
Provided assistance to surgeons during operations by passing instruments and other supplies.
Monitored sterilization process for surgical instruments or equipment used during procedures.
Prepared and maintained sterile field for surgical procedures.
Ensured all necessary equipment was available for each procedure.
Verified correct identification of patient prior to any operation or procedure.
Observed aseptic technique and infection control protocols at all times.
Assisted in positioning patients on operating table and covered them with sterile drapes.
Organized equipment and instruments in alignment with surgical protocols and surgeon preferences.
Recounted surgical instruments and supplies at end of operation, eliminating chance of items left inside patient.
Unit Assistant
Hospital for Special Surgery, Main Campus
New York, NY
03.2009 - 09.2014
Greeted patients upon arrival and provided assistance as needed.
Coordinated transportation services for patients when needed.
Worked closely with different levels of personnel to develop diverse, relevant skillset and support unit needs.
Adhered to company policies and compliance regulations to protect patient confidentiality.
Stocked medical supplies, medications, and equipment to maintain essential items for unit.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Business Accountancy
Bronx Community College
Bronx, NY
Some College (No Degree) - Surgical Technology
Long Island University
Brooklyn, NY
Skills
Attention to detail
PPE use
Problem-solving
Self-Directed
Flexible and adaptable
Teamwork and collaboration
Organization
Decision-making
Certification
Omar Kelly, CST
Having successfully fulfilled all requirements for certification as a Certified Surgical Technologist:
Is hereby authorized by the National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting, to use the title of Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) as of2024-01-08 through2026-01-08
Certification Number:164458
Gemma Fournier, President, NBSTSA
Ben Price, CEO, NBSTSA
Timeline
Surgical Technologist
Hospital for Special Surgery, Main Campus
10.2017 - Current
Unit Assistant
Hospital for Special Surgery, Main Campus
03.2009 - 09.2014
Omar Kelly, CST
Having successfully fulfilled all requirements for certification as a Certified Surgical Technologist:
Is hereby authorized by the National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting, to use the title of Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) as of2024-01-08 through2026-01-08
Certification Number:164458
Gemma Fournier, President, NBSTSA
Ben Price, CEO, NBSTSA
Some College (No Degree) - Business Accountancy
Bronx Community College
Some College (No Degree) - Surgical Technology
Long Island University
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