Samantha Smith
Tacoma,WA
Summary
As a highly motivated surgical technologist who thrives in a team environment, my clinical rotations have equipped me with a robust foundation of skills and hands-on experience necessary for excelling in the operating room. I have had the privilege of assisting in a variety of surgical procedures, ranging from general surgery to orthopedic and spine operations. This diverse exposure has enhanced my ability to adapt quickly to different surgical environments and anticipate the needs of the surgical team.
Overview
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Work History
SURGICAL TECHNOLOGIST- CLINICAL ROTATION
Providence St. Peter Hospital
Olympia
04.2024 - Current
- Assisted in over 120 diverse surgical procedures, ensuring adherence to aseptic techniques
- Enhancing skill set by actively learning from preceptors and engaging with OR staff.
- Demonstrating ability to properly set up and maintain the sterile field in an operating room environment.
- Developing skill in anticipating the needs of surgeons during various procedures, including passing instruments and supplies as needed.
- Demonstrating proficiency in maintaining accurate records of instrument and soft counts.
- Ensuring specimens were labeled correctly and properly passed off the sterile field to circulating nurse.
- Working in coordination with other OR personnel to ensure smooth execution of pre-and post-operative tasks like preparing the bed and positioning patients.
- Applying effective communication skills when interacting with physicians, nurses, patients, and other healthcare personnel.
Education
Associate of Applied Technology - Surgical Technology
Clover Park Technical College
Lakewood, WA08.2024
Some College (No Degree) - General Studies 2021-2023
Tacoma Community College
Tacoma, WASkills
- Create and maintain sterile field
- Execute aseptic technique
- Supportive teammate
- Anticipate needs of the surgeon
- Instrument and sharps handling
- Time management
- Receptive and coachable
- Communication with peers
Certification
- Current Basic Life Support Certification- by AHA
- Current Washington State Surgical Technologist Registration
- Surgical Technologist Certification through NBSTSA- TBD September 2024
Timeline
SURGICAL TECHNOLOGIST- CLINICAL ROTATION
Providence St. Peter Hospital
04.2024 - Current
Associate of Applied Technology - Surgical Technology
Clover Park Technical College
Some College (No Degree) - General Studies 2021-2023
Tacoma Community College
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