Randell Drinkwater
Texas City,TX
Summary
Focused Surgical Technologist with 25 years of expertise in General, GU, Gyn Ortho, ENT and Neuro settings. Knowledgeable in practices for complex ENT surgery and Neuro surgery. Team leader in devising new programs and training employees on updated policies, protocols and new equipment. Enthusiastic to join rewarding organization focused on supporting growth and career progression.
Experienced healthcare professional prepared for Senior Surgical Technologist role. Expert in sterile field maintenance, surgical instrument preparation, and patient safety protocols. Strong focus on team collaboration and adapting to changing needs. Reliable and results-driven, ensuring optimal surgical outcomes through precision and teamwork.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Senoir Surgical Technologist
UTMB
Galveston, TX
01.2002 - Current
- Set up equipment, tools and supplies needed for procedures and organize instruments as directed in surgeons’ preference cards
- Facilitated invasive, non-invasive, and minimally-invasive procedures by creating safe and functional operating room environments
- Reviewed surgical requirements and prepped the operating room with the appropriate tools, equipment and instruments
- Trained Surgical Tech students and new Surgical Techs on operating room procedures, infection control and over safety and functionality procedures
- Collaborated with operating room staff to cultivate efficiency and prepare for scheduled and emergency procedures
- Collaborated with vendors and service providers to coordinate required services and equipment
- Collaborated with surgical teams to optimize workflow and enhance patient outcomes during operations.
- Supervised sterile processing and instrumentation for surgical procedures, ensuring compliance with safety standards.
- Mentored junior technologists in sterile technique and instrumentation handling.
- Led surgical team through complex procedures, ensuring optimal patient care and safety.
- Collaborated with surgeons to optimize patient care by providing expert assistance during complex surgical procedures.
- Maintained a highly organized environment in the operating room, enabling efficient access to necessary tools throughout each procedure.
Sercurity Guard
UTMB
Galveston, TX
01.1997 - 06.2002
- Monitored multiple CCTV feeds to keep close eye on important areas of buildings and grounds
- Analyzed and produced course-of-action reports and escalated issues to management in typical and crisis situations
- Followed established security and safety procedures and posted orders to include enforcement of company rules, policies and regulations
- Monitored and authorized entrance and departure of employees, visitors and other persons
Education
Some College (No Degree) - General Studies
College of The Mainland
Texas City, TXSome College (No Degree) - Surgical Technology
Galveston College
Galveston, TXSkills
- Equipment set up and operation
- Preparing for surgeries
- Workplace safety
- Relationship and team building
- Sound decision-making
- Conflict resolution
- Sterile technique proficiency
- Critical thinking
- Team leadership
- HIPAA compliance
- Professionalism and ethics
- Advanced surgical techniques
Affiliations
Active in the Boy Scouts of America for 12 yrs as Scoutmaster, Camp Director, Training Coordinator in the Bay Area Council.
Also a Freemason in Galveston's Harmony Lodge for a year.
Certification
AST member for 17yrs
Timeline
Senoir Surgical Technologist
UTMB
01.2002 - Current
Sercurity Guard
UTMB
01.1997 - 06.2002
Some College (No Degree) - Surgical Technology
Galveston College
Some College (No Degree) - General Studies
College of The Mainland