Opal Pryce
Summary
Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) with 9 years of independent Surgical Tech experience in Oral Maxillofacial Surgery and ENT procedures. I also completed over 580 clinical hours completed across hospital and surgical specialties including Cardiovascular, Orthopedic, Trauma, OB/GYN, Ophthalmology, Urology, and General Surgery. Highly experienced in complex case flow, specialty instrumentation, implant systems, and multi-facility surgical practice. Recognized for positive energy, staff training, and surgeon support, with a strong track record of efficiency and patient safety. CST certification obtained to formalize and establish OR practice at an advanced level.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Oral Maxillofacial Surgical Assistant
Dental Temps of South Florida Agency
Fort Lauderdale
05.2017 - 12.2025
- Supported Oral Maxillofacial Surgery in hospitals operating rooms and outpatient centers, ensuring efficient procedural flow.
- Collaborated with surgical teams across multiple facilities, swiftly adapting to diverse operating room protocols and environments.
- Managed and maintained complex surgical instrumentation and implant systems, coordinating with device representatives for optimal equipment usage.
- Trained new staff on surgical instrumentation and procedures, enhancing team readiness and consistency in surgical support.
Certified Surgical Technologist
HCA Aventura Hospital & South Florida Surgical Center
Miami, FL
01.2025 - 11.2025
- Executed surgical scrubbing techniques across multiple specialties, including General, Cardiovascular, Orthopedic, Trauma, ENT, OB/GYN, Ophthalmology, and Urology procedures.
- Ensured adherence to sterile technique standards to maintain a safe operating environment.
- Supported high-acuity surgical environments by complying with hospital protocols and enhancing patient safety during complex operations.
- Collaborated with surgical teams to facilitate efficient workflow and contribute to the successful completion of diverse surgical procedures.
Oral Maxillofacial Surgical Assistant
South Florida Dental Implant & Facial Surgery
Fort Lauderdale, FL
10.2021 - 04.2022
- Assisted in executing complex oral surgical procedures, including extractions, TMJ, orthognathic surgery, dental implants, and bone grafting, while ensuring patient safety through vigilant monitoring under IV sedation and local anesthesia.
- Managed surgical environments by preparing sterile fields and instrument trays, conducted dental radiographs such as panoramic and CT scans, and supported post-operative care through suture removal and dental impressions.
ENT/ Oral Maxillofacial Surgical Assistant
Jackson Health System
Miami, FL
07.2020 - 11.2020
- Assisted in Oral Surgery/ENT procedures, providing support for suturing, specimen handling, and post-operative care in accordance with AORN hospital standards.
- Organized and prepared surgical equipment and supplies based on surgeons' preference cards, ensuring adherence to infection control and safety protocols.
- Conducted terminal cleaning and disinfection of operating rooms, reducing turnover time while maintaining sterile technique and accurate surgical counts.
Education
Associate of Science - Surgical Technology
Concorde Career Institute
Miramar, FLAssociate of Arts - Biological Science
Miami Dade College
Miami, FLAssociate of Science - Dental Assisting
Concorde Career Institute
Miramar, FLSkills
- Lead Surgical Tech
- Advanced Sterile and Aseptic Technique
- Complex Procedure & Specialty Tray Coordination
- ENT & Oral/Maxillofacial Surgical Expertise
- Implant Systems, Plates, Screws & Grafting Materials
- Surgeon Preference Card Management
- Vendor & Surgical Representative Collaboration
- Staff Training & Scrub Precepting
- High-Acuity OR Workflow & Case Anticipation
- Multi-Facility Hospital OR Adaptability
- Knowledge of Surgical Procedures
- Time Management
Certification
- BLS-(CPR & AED), American Heart Association, 08/26
- Certified Surgical Technologist, NBSTSA, 11/27
- Tech in Surgery-(TS-C), NCCT, 11/27
Timeline
Certified Surgical Technologist
HCA Aventura Hospital & South Florida Surgical Center
01.2025 - 11.2025
Oral Maxillofacial Surgical Assistant
South Florida Dental Implant & Facial Surgery
10.2021 - 04.2022
ENT/ Oral Maxillofacial Surgical Assistant
Jackson Health System
07.2020 - 11.2020
Oral Maxillofacial Surgical Assistant
Dental Temps of South Florida Agency
05.2017 - 12.2025
Associate of Science - Surgical Technology
Concorde Career Institute
Associate of Arts - Biological Science
Miami Dade College
Associate of Science - Dental Assisting
Concorde Career Institute