Phyllis Smith
Missouri City,TX
Summary
Driven Surgical Technologist offering Number 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
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Surgical Technologist
Memorial Hermann
08.1988 - 05.2014
- Setup operating and surgery rooms by preparing equipment and supplies for upcoming procedures.
- Maintained high infection control standards.
- Delivered exemplary assistance and support to surgeons during general, gynecological, orthopedic, neurological, and plastic surgery procedures.
- Evaluated procedure needs and set up equipment, tools, supplies, and instruments.
- Created and maintained unobstructed operative fields using diverse range of tools.
- Managed operating room setup by cleaning and sterilizing instruments and surfaces, maintaining supply inventories, and organizing surgical tools.
- Supported surgeons during cosmetic surgeries, gynecological and orthopedic procedures and general appointments.
- Passed instruments and supplies to surgical team members to provide surgeons with necessary tools to complete procedures.
- Gathered and set up equipment, tools, and supplies and arrange instruments according to surgeons' preferences or instruction.
- Reduced infection risks and protected patients by maintaining sterile fields during procedures.
- Positioned patients and set up drapes to create comfortable surgical environment for patients.
- Contributed to team-based problem-solving to resolve issues that arose during surgery and improve patient outcomes.
- Handled and prepared specimens for laboratory analysis to provide surgeons with relevant information.
- Cleaned and maintained operating equipment to keep resources in good working condition and ready for use.
- Completed continuing education units, staying up to date on surgical technology and meeting organizational requirements.
Education
Diploma - General Studies
Worthing High School
Houston, TX06.1971
Skills
- Pre- and Post-Surgical Counts
- Complex Cases
- Treatment Recommendations
- Quality Control Standards
Timeline
Surgical Technologist
Memorial Hermann
08.1988 - 05.2014
Diploma - General Studies
Worthing High School