Samantha Wagner
Box Elder,SD
Summary
Veteran and Certified Surgical Technologist skilled in patient care and attention to detail. Quick learner with knowledge of sterile procedures, and aseptic technique. Proficient in working effectively on a team, and accomplishing tasks in a timely manner to ensure the best patient care possible.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Surgical Technologist
Same Day Surgery Center
Rapid City, SD
01.2023 - Current
- Set up and managed the sterile field using aseptic technique.
- Assisted with patient positioning, sterile draping, having supplies readily available, retracting, sterile dressing placement, and room turnover.
- Cleaning of surgical instruments and equipment after cases, including repackaging for sterilization.
Aircraft Armament Systems Specialist
Air Force
Box Elder, SD
07.2017 - Current
- Effectively led personnel to accomplish scheduled maintenance tasks for the B-1B in a timely manner.
- Ensured compliance of both OSHA and Air Force safety standards.
- Compliance with scheduled aircraft maintenance tasks and munition loading procedures on F-35A aircraft.
- Performed routine inspections to guarantee the reliability of aircraft weapons systems.
Laboratory Assistant
Monument Health
Rapid City, SD
10.2021 - 08.2022
- Worked in inpatient and Emergency Department settings to collect venous and capillary blood draws.
- Experience with leading the shift, prioritizing collections, and responding in emergency situations.
- Ensured safety by correctly identifying patient, storing blood samples properly, and following infection control guidelines.
Education
Associate Of Applied Science - Surgical Technology
Western Dakota Technical College
Rapid City05.2023
High School Diploma -
Walker High School
Jasper, AL05.2017
Skills
- Aseptic Technique
- Medical Terminology
- Knowledgeable in General, OB/GYN, ENT, Plastics, Urology, Vascular, and Endoscopy surgical specialities
- Phlebotomy
- Basic Life Support
- Attention to Detail
- Critical Thinking
- Multitasking Abilities
Certification
- Certified Surgical Technologist, (NBSTSA)
- Basic Life Support (BLS)
Timeline
Surgical Technologist
Same Day Surgery Center
01.2023 - Current
Laboratory Assistant
Monument Health
10.2021 - 08.2022
Aircraft Armament Systems Specialist
Air Force
07.2017 - Current
Associate Of Applied Science - Surgical Technology
Western Dakota Technical College
High School Diploma -
Walker High School