Robin Sexton
Sewell,NJ
Summary
Skilled Surgical Technologist with background in fast-paced surgical settings. Possess hands-on experience in preparing operating rooms, setting up equipment, and assisting during surgeries. Strong organizational skills, ability to work under pressure, and keen attention to detail. Contributed to successful surgical outcomes by ensuring efficient operation flow and maintaining strict sterile environments.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified Surgical Technologist
Jefferson Health NJ
Sewell, NJ
02.2019 - Current
- Prepared operating room for surgical procedures, including setting up sterile field.
- Assisted surgeons during operative procedures by anticipating their needs and passing instruments.
- Maintained aseptic technique throughout the procedure.
- Ensured that all equipment was functioning properly prior to use in the operating room.
- Identified potential problems before they occurred by closely observing the sterile field and personnel involved in the procedure.
- Performed instrument counts before, during, and after surgeries as required by hospital policy.
- Provided instruction on proper techniques of handling instruments to new team members.
- Helped maintain an organized working environment in the OR through cleaning, stocking supplies, and organizing equipment carts.
- Set up trays with necessary surgical instruments according to established protocols.
- Assisted with scrubbing in for each case as needed.
- Participated in continuing education activities related to job responsibilities.
- Set up equipment, tools and supplies for procedures and organize instruments as directed in surgeons' preference cards.
- Used retractors, sponges and suctioning and irrigating equipment to create unobstructed operating fields.
Co-Owner / Vice President
Lumberjack Tree Pros, inc.
Williamstown, NJ
01.2013 - 05.2018
- Developed strategies for increasing customer loyalty and satisfaction.
- Analyzed financial reports to identify areas of improvement in operations.
- Established policies and procedures to ensure compliance with local, state, and federal regulations.
- Created marketing campaigns to promote products and services.
- Managed day-to-day business operations including staffing, inventory management, budgeting, accounting, and payroll processing.
- Recruited, trained, evaluated, and supervised staff members across multiple departments.
- Implemented new technologies to streamline processes and improve efficiency.
- Oversaw customer service activities to ensure quality standards were met or exceeded.
- Resolved any customer complaints or issues quickly in order to maintain positive relationships.
Nuclear Medicine Technologist
Virtua Hospital
Voorhees , NJ
05.2008 - 07.2013
- Performed quality control tests on radiopharmaceuticals to ensure safety and efficacy.
- Prepared radioactive materials for use in medical procedures.
- Operated nuclear medicine equipment such as gamma cameras and PET scanners.
- Administered radiopharmaceuticals to patients according to prescribed protocols.
- Adhered to all regulatory requirements including HIPAA, JCAHO, OSHA.
- Reviewed images for accuracy and completeness prior to forwarding them to the physician for interpretation.
- Conducted quality assurance checks on all equipment used in nuclear medicine procedures.
- Participated in continuing education programs related to nuclear medicine technology.
- Maintained state and federal compliance, facilitated state inspections and spearheaded quality assurance programs to meet state regulation requirements.
- Maintained highest levels of quality, safety and patient confidentiality by following hospital and regulatory guidelines when collecting patient information and conducting imaging procedures.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Surgical Technology
Camden County College
Blackwood, NJ05-2018
Associate of Applied Science - Nuclear Medicine
Rowan College At Gloucester County
Sewell, NJ05-2008
High School Diploma -
Williamstown High School
Williamstown, NJ06-1992
Skills
- Pre- and post-surgical counts
- Aseptic and sterilization techniques
- Robotic Surgery Systems
- Setting up and operating equipment
- Infection control protocols
- Safely disposing of needles
Certification
- Certified Surgical Technologist (NCCT)
- Licensed Nuclear Medicine Technologist (NJ)
- BLS certified
Timeline
Certified Surgical Technologist
Jefferson Health NJ
02.2019 - Current
Co-Owner / Vice President
Lumberjack Tree Pros, inc.
01.2013 - 05.2018
Nuclear Medicine Technologist
Virtua Hospital
05.2008 - 07.2013
Associate of Applied Science - Surgical Technology
Camden County College
Associate of Applied Science - Nuclear Medicine
Rowan College At Gloucester County
High School Diploma -
Williamstown High School