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Overview
Work History
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Certification
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Shantika Walker

Memphis,TN

Summary

Driven Surgical Technologist with fresh experience eager to grow as an integral member of the surgical team. Quick to adapt to changing settings without losing focus. Well versed in sterile and aseptic techniques, a wide range of surgical procedures and implementation tools and technologies.

Overview

1
1
year of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Surgical Technologist

Regional One Health
Memphis, TN, TN
09.2021 - Current
  • Provided comprehensive support to surgeons specializing in sports medicine, total joint replacement, spine and orthopedic trauma treatment.
  • Worked with vendors for speedy procurement of services and equipment.
  • Created and maintained unobstructed operative fields using diverse range of tools.
  • Prepared instruments for terminal sterilization and reset surgical suites for next procedure.
  • Anticipated surgeons needs and handed instruments and supplies to surgeons during procedures.

Education

Associate of Science - Surgical Technology

Northwest Community College
Oxford, Ms
07.2021

Associate of Science - Health Administration

University of Memphis
Memphis, TN
08.2017

Skills

  • Organization and Time Management
  • Wound Dressing
  • Passing surgical instruments
  • Pre- and post-surgical counts
  • Fast Learner
  • Safety protocols expertise

Accomplishments

  • Improved operating room efficiency 30% by reorganizing inventory system.
  • Built strong relationships with surgeons and learned set up preferences to streamline surgeries.
  • Achieved modification of instrument trays by introducing Surgeon's suggestions to Central Sterile Staff.

Certification

  • TS- C - Surgical Technologist

Timeline

Surgical Technologist

Regional One Health
09.2021 - Current

Associate of Science - Surgical Technology

Northwest Community College

Associate of Science - Health Administration

University of Memphis
Shantika Walker