Ronald Antenor
Surgical Technologist
Harmony,FL
Summary
Meticulous Surgical technologist with almost two decades of experience in ensuring high standards of culturally competent care for a wide variety of patients with diverse needs to growing organizations. Knowledgeable in all aspects of surgery, including setting up operating rooms, preparing patients and assisting surgeons. Trilingual, EMR trained, experienced Dermatology Mohs assistant with refined administrative and clinical capabilities. Very efficient in tackling patient-oriented tasks in a fast paced surgery center and operating room.
Well-versed in total joint replacement, general surgery, neuro spine surgery and plastic surgery procedures. Eager to take next career step with growing organization offering opportunities for professional development and advancement.
Professional with proven track record in surgical environments, adept at facilitating successful operations and ensuring patient safety. Skilled in sterilization techniques, instrument handling, and maintaining aseptic conditions. Strong focus on teamwork and adapting to dynamic surgical needs. Known for reliability and commitment to excellence in patient care.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Surgical Technologist
Orlando Health Health Central
10.2022 - Current
- 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, bariatric, plastic and robotic surgery procedures.
- Projected best-in-class care standards by achieving training initiatives for new surgical team members and aligning total joint procedures for optimal efficiency.
- Evaluated procedure needs and set up equipment, tools, supplies, and instruments.
- Maintained daily workflow, coordinating with operating room staff to prepare for scheduled and emergency cases.
- Sterilized instruments and disposed of medical supplies and waste following OSHA guidelines.
- Managed operating room setup by cleaning and sterilizing instruments and surfaces, maintaining supply inventories, and organizing surgical tools.
- Worked with vendors for speedy procurement of services and equipment.
- Introduced new staff members to training protocols regarding operating room procedures, infection control, safety standards, and overall facility policies.
- Maintained specialty equipment, implant, and instrumentation inventories.
- Decontaminated, cleaned, assembled, packaged, sterilized, stored, and distributed reusable surgical instrumentation and equipment.
- Completed several total joint replacement procedures per month.
- Gathered and set up equipment, tools, and supplies and arrange instruments according to surgeons' preferences or instruction.
- Passed instruments and supplies to surgical team members to provide surgeons with necessary tools to complete procedures.
- Reduced infection risks and protected patients by maintaining sterile fields during procedures.
- Completed continuing education units, staying up to date on surgical technology and meeting organizational requirements.
- Completed 15 to 20 total joint replacement procedures per month
- Managed operating room setup by cleaning and sterilizing instruments and surfaces, maintaining supply inventories, and organizing surgical tools
Surgical Technologist, Team leader
Associates In Dermatology
03.2007 - Current
- Demonstrated ability to lead and motivate outstanding healthcare teams fo over 15 years
- Interviewed patients to obtain medical information, weight and height measurements, allergies and vital signs.
- EMR trained (EMA, Athena), consisting daily charting during and after surgery
- Trained in pre and post-surgical care
- Minor surgery assistance awareness
- Mastered proper maintenance of sterile field
- Capable of assisting and anticipating surgeon's need
- Useful knowledge in assisting with Mohs and plastic procedures
- Blood borne pathogens and HIPPA training
- Trained in OR settings
- Professional bedside manner
- Prepare patients for examination and treatment
- Administer local anesthetics
- Maintain hemostasis
- Collecting and preparing specimens for laboratory analysis.
- Provided wound care post-operatively to promote healing and reduce risk of infections.
- Educated patients on expected side effects and discomfort levels post-surgery.
- Supervised team members to confirm compliance with set procedures and quality requirements
- Mentored and guided employees to foster proper completion of assigned duties
- Promoted high standerds through personal example to help each member understand expected behavious and standards
- Reviewed, implemented and updated company records related to team activities for future reference
- Assisted in recruitment of new team members, hiring highest qualified to build team of top performers
- Monitored team performance and provided constructive feedback to increase productivity and maintain quality standards
Manager
5107 South John young Pkwy
04.2003 - 03.2007
- Coordinated proper food handling, made sure there was no contamination for over 5 years.
- Documented monthly inventory, and daily bank deposits.
- Identified my crew potential and placed each team member to station that fit their strength.
- Managed and motivated employees to be productive and engaged in work
- Accomplished multiple tasks within established timeframes
- Maintained professional, organized, and safe environment for employees and patrons
- Resolved staff member conflicts, actively listening to concerns and finding appropriate middle ground
- Cross-trained existing employees to maximize team agility and performance
- Monitored and analyzed business performance to identify areas of improvement and make necessary adjustments
- Maintained positive customer relations by addressing problems head-on and implementing successful corrective actions
Education
Associate of Science - Surgical Technology
High Tech Institute
Orlando, FL06.2006
Skills
- Equipment and Instrument Sterilization, Workplace Safety Patient Transportation
- OB/GYN Procedures, Cardiovascular, orthopedic, neurology, bariatric, urology surgeries
- Pre- and Post-Surgical Counts, Patient Preparation, Electronic Charting, Basic Life Support, Cosmetic Surgery
- Tool Sterilizing, Instrument Preparation, HIPAA Proficiency, Infection Control Protocols
- Total Joint Replacements, Safe Needle Disposal, Hand Instruments, Intra-Operative Assistance
- Neurological Surgery, Sterile Field Management, Patient Confidentiality, Disposing of Biohazardous Waste
- Medication Side Effect Knowledge, Handle Specimens, Suturing, Wound Dressing
- Trilingual (english, french and creole)
- Leadership and management experiences from previous job
Aseptic techniques
Critical thinking
Leadership qualities
Wound closure techniques
Timeline
Surgical Technologist
Orlando Health Health Central
10.2022 - Current
Surgical Technologist, Team leader
Associates In Dermatology
03.2007 - Current
Manager
5107 South John young Pkwy
04.2003 - 03.2007
Associate of Science - Surgical Technology
High Tech Institute
Certification
- Tech in Surgery - Certified (TS-C) - National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT).
- Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification - American Heart Association.
Accomplishments
- Built strong relationships with surgeons and learned set up preferences to streamline surgeries.
- Improved operating room efficiency [Number]% by reorganizing inventory system.
- Trained over 50 new surgical technologists.
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Work Preference
Work Type
Full TimePart TimeContract WorkImportant To Me
Career advancementWork-life balance401k matchHealthcare benefitsPersonal development programsPaid time offLanguages
English
Full Professional
French
Native or Bilingual
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