Certified Surgical Technologist
Conemaugh Memorial Medical Center
Samantha Swarden
Ligonier,PA
Summary
Dynamic Certified Surgical Technologist with extensive experience at Conemaugh Memorial Medical Center, excelling in high-pressure environments. Recognized as Teacher/Mentor of the Year in 2015, I effectively train new staff while specializing in robotic surgeries. Proficient in surgical closures and adept at fostering teamwork, ensuring optimal patient outcomes.
Work History
Education
Associate of Science - Surgical Technology
University of Pittsburgh At Johnstown
Johnstown, PA07.2006
Skills
Working at a Level 1 Trauma center, makes me proficient at quick set ups for life or death surgery We are also trained in most specialites I am able to assist and First Scrub I also assist and first scrub in C-sections Our Department also handles OB
Great at working with and teaching students and new staff We are a teaching hospital and new faces are always there to learn I was awarded teacher/mentor of the year in 2015, with The Surgical Technology class They come to the OR everyday for Clinicals, from 7-11am
About 10 year's ago I joined the Robotic Team I work with Doctor's doing all kinds of robotic procedures I usually specialize in Gyne, with Robotic Hysterectomies, or General with Gallbladders, Hernia's, or Colons
About 5 year's ago, I was taught by a Doctor, how to close skin So, I do that for certain Surgeon's I also staple
Timeline
Certified Surgical Technologist
Conemaugh Memorial Medical Center
Associate of Science - Surgical Technology
University of Pittsburgh At Johnstown