Sara Hosack
Sanford,FL
Summary
Motivated surgical technologist adept at handling instruments, supplies, and equipment for a wide range of surgical procedures, specializing in cardiothoracic surgery. Well-versed in operating room activities with a commitment to upholding the highest standard or sterile technique from start to finish. Excited to bring a 6-year background to a growing organization with the ambition to learn new skill sets and grow within my healthcare career.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified Surgical Technologist
HCA Lake Monroe Hospital
Sanford, FL
08.2018 - Current
- Extensive experience in Cardiovascular surgery.
- Worked in conjunction with Cath Lab and Interventional Radiology during minimally invasive procedures.
- Assisted surgeons during operative procedures by anticipating their needs and passing instruments.
- Ensured that all equipment was functioning properly prior to use in the operating room.
- Maintained aseptic technique throughout the procedure.
- Prepared operating room for surgical procedures, including setting up sterile field.
- Performed instrument counts before, during, and after surgeries as required by hospital policy.
- Helped maintain an organized working environment in the OR through cleaning, stocking supplies, and organizing equipment carts.
- Identified potential problems before they occurred by closely observing the sterile field and personnel involved in the procedure.
- Demonstrated knowledge of principles of asepsis while preparing and caring for patients undergoing surgery.
- Performed various duties such as applying dressings to incisions sites postoperatively.
- Responded quickly to changes in patient status or emergency situations.
- Monitored patients' physical condition during surgery and reported any changes to the surgeon or circulating nurse.
- Maintained inventory levels of medical supplies within assigned areas of responsibility.
- Collaborated with vendors and service providers to coordinate required services and equipment.
- Participated in continuing education activities related to job responsibilities.
- Provided instruction on proper techniques of handling instruments to new team members.
Education
Associate of Science - Surgical Technology
City College
Altamonte Springs06-2018
Skills
Equipment setup and operation
Effective Communication
Attention to detail
Teamwork and collaboration
Quality assure controls
Equipment sterilization
HIPPA proficiency
Flexible and adaptable
Medication administration
Surgical Assisting
Aseptic and sterilization techniques
Safety procedures
Sterile field preparations
Workplace safety
Calm under pressure
Conflict resolution
Patient management
Wound dressing
Surgical counts
Verbal and written communication
Infection control
Transporting patients
Basic life support
Time management
MS Office
Suturing
Certification
- Board Certified Surgical Technologist: Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA)
- Basic Life Support (BLS): American Heart Association
Timeline
Certified Surgical Technologist
HCA Lake Monroe Hospital
08.2018 - Current
Associate of Science - Surgical Technology
City College
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