Rebekah Hernandez
Certified Surgical Technologist
Sacramento,CA
Summary
I, Rebekah Hernandez, am a highly dedicated and motivated surgical technologist that has gained quality, hands-on experience in sterile techniques, surgical instrumentation, and assisting in operating room procedures. I am passionate about providing exceptional support to surgical teams, ensuring patient safety, and maintaining efficiency in high-pressure environments. I have proven in various roles, the ability to adapt and excel in fast paced, demanding settings, reinforced by a strong work ethic and perseverance.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Catering Manager
Tasty Time Ent.
Sacramento, CA
12.2020 - 07.2024
- Successfully managed a diverse range of events including weddings, corporate functions, and special occasions, consistently exceeding client expectations.
- Coordinated with event planners for floor and table layouts, guest numbers, and overall catering needs.
- Managed high-quality food preparation and presentation, ensuring consistent client satisfaction.
- Enhanced event satisfaction by planning and executing memorable catering experiences for clients.
- Increased repeat business through exceptional customer service and attention to detail in event execution.
- Motivated staff to perform at peak efficiency and quality.
- Implemented strict food safety protocols, significantly reducing instances of non-compliance.
Freight Driver
Pilot Freight Services
Sacramento, CA
04.2018 - 12.2020
- Responded efficiently to unexpected situations such as weather-related challenges or road closures, demonstrating adaptability during high-pressure scenarios.
- Assisted in training new drivers on company procedures, driving techniques, and safety protocols for consistent team performance.
- Promoted a culture of safety within the workplace by actively participating in regular safety meetings and training sessions.
- Improved customer satisfaction by ensuring timely deliveries and maintaining open communication channels.
- Removed and unloaded packages from 26' bobtail trucks for customer deliveries, using extreme care to avoid damage to goods.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Surgical Technology
San Joaquin Valley College
Visalia, CA10-2025
Skills
- Transporting patients
- Disposing of biohazardous waste
- Aseptic and sterilization techniques
- Infection control protocols
- Pre-surgical preparation
- Collecting medical specimens
- Sterile processing support
- Surgical counts
- Patient preparation
- Surgical procedures
- Aseptic techniques
- Anatomy
- Basic life support
- Patient safety
- Dressing wounds
- Sterile field management
- Critical thinking
Certification
- Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification - American Heart Association.
- Certified Surgical Technologist (CST)- The National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting
Timeline
Catering Manager
Tasty Time Ent.
12.2020 - 07.2024
Freight Driver
Pilot Freight Services
04.2018 - 12.2020
Associate of Applied Science - Surgical Technology
San Joaquin Valley College