Saul Castorena
Oxnard,Ca.
Summary
Reliable, patient oriented professional acquired from experience and excellent training. Compassionate and technically skilled in a variety of healthcare settings. Capable of working well under pressure, meanwhile learning and understanding new skills. Able to perform efficiently in both a clinical and surgical setting. Committed job seeker with a history of meeting company needs with consistent and organized practices. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance the organizational brand. Hardworking employee with customer service, multitasking and time management abilities. Devoted to giving every customer a positive and memorable experience.
Overview
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Certification
Work History
Surgical Technician
Dougherty Laser Vision
Westlake Village, Thousand Oaks, CA
05.2021 - 07/03/23
- Dougherty Laser Vision: 4353 Park Terrace Dr, Quickly and accurately provide sterile field in accordance to aseptic techniques without supervision
- Able to assist in a variety of surgeries consisting of corrective eye surgery
- Ability to precept and act as a resource person during procedures
- Exercised a working knowledge of medical and surgical terminology
- Ensured current and oncoming surgeries had proper supplies and surgical instruments
- Completed and submitted clinical and surgical documentation in accordance to DLV guidelines
- Proficiently working up patients in pre and post operative procedures
- Maintained an organized and efficient department in high volume areas such as inventory and operating rooms
- Preparing patient for surgery, including positioning patients on surgical beds and covering them with a sterile surgical drape to prevent exposure
- Proficient in loading a wide range of intraocular lenses in a timely manner
- Analyzed patient chart data and identification to verify accurate information.
- Maintained proper sterile field during surgical procedures.
- Adhered to OSHA protocols when sterilizing instruments, discarding medical supplies and disposing of waste.
- Washed and sterilized equipment using germicides and sterilizers.
- Scrubbed arms and hands and assisted surgical team with scrubbing, masks and surgical clothing.
Education
Natural Sciences
Ventura College
Ventura, CA06.2018
Skills
- Passing Surgical Tools
- Inventory Counts
- Preparing for Surgeries
- Safely Disposing of Needles
- Team Collaboration
- HIPAA Proficiency
- Equipment Set up
- Instrument Preparation
- Aseptic and Sterilization Techniques
- Supply Management
- Equipment Set up and Operation
Certification
CPR / BLS/ AED Certified (effective 08/14/21)
Certified on Allegretto EX500
Certified on Femto Z8 Zeimer
surgical tech experience
Languages
Timeline
Surgical Technician
Dougherty Laser Vision
05.2021 - 07/03/23
Natural Sciences
Ventura College
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