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Roland Spotts

Alvarado,TX

Summary

Adept Certified Surgical Technologist with a proven track record at Parkland Memorial Hospital, showcasing expertise in aseptic techniques and exceptional problem-solving abilities. Excelled in high-pressure environments, efficiently managing surgical equipment and enhancing operating room readiness. Demonstrated leadership in maintaining infection control protocols, contributing to successful surgical outcomes.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Certified Surgical Technologist

Spring Valley Hospital
Las Vegas, NV
08.2024 - 03.2025
  • Used retractors, sponges and suctioning and irrigating equipment to create unobstructed operating fields.
  • Cleaned and restocked operating room, gathering and placing equipment and supplies.
  • Prepared operating room for surgical procedures, including setting up sterile field.
  • Prepared dressings or bandages, applying or assisting with application following surgery.
  • Demonstrated strong problem-solving skills, resolving issues efficiently and effectively.

Certified Surgical Technologist

Banner University Medical Center South
Tucson, AZ
01.2024 - 07.2024
  • Held instruments and quickly handed to surgeon during procedures.
  • Identified potential problems before they occurred by closely observing the sterile field and personnel involved in the procedure.
  • Assisted with scrubbing in for each case as needed.
  • Gathered and took inventory of equipment to confirm adequate supplies for surgery.
  • Prepared dressings or bandages, applying or assisting with application following surgery.
  • Assisted surgeons during operative procedures by anticipating their needs and passing instruments.

Certified Surgical Technologist

Texas Health Harris Methodist Stephenville
Stephenville, TX
03.2023 - 12.2023
  • Handed instruments and supplies to surgeons and surgeons' assistants.
  • Prepared patients for surgery by positioning on operating table and covering with sterile surgical drapes to prevent exposure.
  • Maintained proper sterile field during surgical procedures.
  • Assisted surgeon with patient preparation for total joint replacement procedures.
  • Assisted surgeon by passing instruments and sterile supplies throughout operation.
  • Set up trays with necessary surgical instruments according to established protocols.

Certified Surgical Technologist

Lafayette General Medical Center
Lafayette, LA
09.2022 - 02.2023
  • Retrieved specimens from the OR for laboratory analysis.
  • Identified potential problems before they occurred by closely observing the sterile field and personnel involved in the procedure.I scrubbed Orthopedics,Robotics,General Surgery Neuro,and GYN for this facility

Certified Surgical Technologist

University Of New Mexico Health Sciences Center
Albuquerque, NM
05.2022 - 08.2022

I worked well with staff Scrubbed Neuro cases Orthopedics, Robotics,Urology and General Surgery

  • Used retractors, sponges and suctioning and irrigating equipment to create unobstructed operating fields.
  • Identified potential problems before they occurred by closely observing the sterile field and personnel involved in the procedure.
  • Prepared operating room for surgical procedures, including setting up sterile field.
  • Assisted with scrubbing in for each case as needed.

Certified Surgical Technologist

Parkland Memorial Hospital
Dallas, TX
05.2016 - 04.2022

I scrubbed heavy trauma cases gunshots,MVA, blount trauma also scrubbed Neuro Orthopedics Spine,Robotics,General Surgery and GYN Lap Procedures, ENT

  • Used retractors, sponges and suctioning and irrigating equipment to create unobstructed operating fields.
  • Held instruments and quickly handed to surgeon during procedures.
  • Retrieved specimens from the OR for laboratory analysis.
  • Cleaned and restocked operating room, gathering and placing equipment and supplies.
  • Responded quickly to changes in patient status or emergency situations.

Education

Associate of Arts - Surgical Technology

Odessa College
Odessa, TX
07-1990

Some College (No Degree) - General Studies

Nicholls State University
Thibodaux, LA

Some College (No Degree) - Education

Texas Tech University
Lubbock, TX

Skills

  • Aseptic and sterilization techniques
  • Biohazardous waste disposal
  • Infection control protocols
  • Pre-surgical preparation
  • Electronic medical records management
  • Surgical counts

Affiliations

  • I enjoy bike riding lifting weights playing football.

Certification

  • Certified Surgical Technologist NBSTSA-Certified

Timeline

Certified Surgical Technologist

Spring Valley Hospital
08.2024 - 03.2025

Certified Surgical Technologist

Banner University Medical Center South
01.2024 - 07.2024

Certified Surgical Technologist

Texas Health Harris Methodist Stephenville
03.2023 - 12.2023

Certified Surgical Technologist

Lafayette General Medical Center
09.2022 - 02.2023

Certified Surgical Technologist

University Of New Mexico Health Sciences Center
05.2022 - 08.2022

Certified Surgical Technologist

Parkland Memorial Hospital
05.2016 - 04.2022

Associate of Arts - Surgical Technology

Odessa College

Some College (No Degree) - General Studies

Nicholls State University

Some College (No Degree) - Education

Texas Tech University
Roland Spotts