Paul Villavicencio
Phoenix,AZ
Summary
Driven Surgical Technologist offering 30 years' experience in ambulatory and hospital settings. Well-versed in sports medicine, total joint replacement, general surgery and plastic surgery procedures. Proven leader and instrumental in developing new total joint replacement programs and educating staff on new policies, procedures and equipment. Eager to take next career step with growing organization offering opportunities for professional development and advancement.
Overview
33
33
years of professional experience
Work History
Surgical Technologist
Honorhealth Deer Valley
10.2019 - 10.2023
- Projected best-in-class care standards by achieving training initiatives for new surgical team members and aligning [Type] procedures for optimal efficiency.
- Provided wound care post-operatively to promote healing and reduce risk of infections.
- Handled and prepared specimens for laboratory analysis to provide surgeons with relevant information.
- Maintained high infection control standards.
Surgical Technologist
Valleywise Hospital
08.2009 - 10.2019
- Projected best-in-class care standards by achieving training initiatives for new surgical team members and aligning [Type] procedures for optimal efficiency.
- Provided wound care post-operatively to promote healing and reduce risk of infections.
- Handled and prepared specimens for laboratory analysis to provide surgeons with relevant information.
- Maintained high infection control standards.
- Completed continuing education units, staying up to date on surgical technology and meeting organizational requirements.
Surgical Technologist
JCL Hospital
09.2004 - 08.2009
- Provided wound care post-operatively to promote healing and reduce risk of infections.
- Completed continuing education units, staying up to date on surgical technology and meeting organizational requirements.
- Supported smooth transitions between surgeries by promptly preparing the operating room for subsequent cases.
- Handled high-pressure situations calmly and efficiently, contributing to successful completion of critical surgeries.
- Sterilized instruments and disposed of medical supplies and waste following OSHA guidelines.
Surgical Technologist
Tempe St Lukes
09.2001 - 10.2004
- Maintained high infection control standards.
- Handled and prepared specimens for laboratory analysis to provide surgeons with relevant information.
- Completed continuing education units, staying up to date on surgical technology and meeting organizational requirements.
- Maintained specialty equipment, implant, and instrumentation inventories.
- Evaluated procedure needs and set up equipment, tools, supplies, and instruments.
Surgical Technologist
St Joseph Hospital
06.1990 - 08.2001
- Provided wound care post-operatively to promote healing and reduce risk of infections.
- Handled and prepared specimens for laboratory analysis to provide surgeons with relevant information.
- Maintained high infection control standards.
- Completed continuing education units, staying up to date on surgical technology and meeting organizational requirements.
- Maintained specialty equipment, implant, and instrumentation inventories.
Education
Associate of Arts - General Studies
Phoenix College
Phoenix, AZ06.1999
No Degree - Surgical Technology
Maricopa Community Colleges - Gateway Community College
Phoenix, AZ06.1999
No Degree - Surgical Technology
US Army
Ft, Sam Houston06.1998
Skills
Surgical Assistance
Instrument Sterilization
Aseptic Techniques
Medication Administration
Timeline
Surgical Technologist
Honorhealth Deer Valley
10.2019 - 10.2023
Surgical Technologist
Valleywise Hospital
08.2009 - 10.2019
Surgical Technologist
JCL Hospital
09.2004 - 08.2009
Surgical Technologist
Tempe St Lukes
09.2001 - 10.2004
Surgical Technologist
St Joseph Hospital
06.1990 - 08.2001
Associate of Arts - General Studies
Phoenix College
No Degree - Surgical Technology
Maricopa Community Colleges - Gateway Community College
No Degree - Surgical Technology
US Army
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