Paula Peters
Dalton,OH
Summary
Accomplished Surgical Technologist with over 25 years of experience in operating room environments. Skilled in critical thinking and teamwork, contributing to enhanced procedural efficiency and patient safety through effective communication and leadership.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
Work History
Surgical Technologist
Wooster Community Hospital
Wooster, OH
08.1996 - Current
- Assisted surgical team in preparing operating room, ensuring all instruments and supplies were sterile and available.
- Maintained accurate inventory of surgical tools and materials, minimizing delays during procedures.
- Collaborated with surgeons and nurses to streamline procedural workflows for enhanced efficiency.
- Trained and mentored new surgical technologists on best practices and safety protocols.
- Directed service operations for gynecology, urology, and ENT departments.
- Supported surgical teams by preparing and maintaining sterile fields for robotic, Mako total joints, sports, general laparoscopic, and open cases.
Education
High School Diploma -
Northwestern High School
West Salem, OHHigh School Diploma -
Wayne County Schools Career Center
Smithville, OHSkills
- Critical thinking
- Aseptic techniques
- Sterile technique proficiency
- Setting up and operating equipment
- Equipment set up
- Leadership qualities
- Workplace safety
- OB/GYN procedures
- Supply management
- Patient positioning expertise
- Patient safety
- Staff education
- Teamwork and collaboration
Accomplishments
- Trained 40 new surgical technologists and RN to assist in all aspects of surgery.
- Built strong relationships with surgeons and learned set up preferences to streamline surgeries.
Timeline
Surgical Technologist
Wooster Community Hospital
08.1996 - Current
High School Diploma -
Northwestern High School
High School Diploma -
Wayne County Schools Career Center