Shelby Power
Vancouver
Summary
Dynamic Certified Surgical Technologist with extensive experience at Rebound Orthopedics, excelling in orthopedic total joint surgery, plastic surgery, and sports medicine surgery. Recognized for mentoring peers and enhancing surgical efficiency, I consistently anticipate surgeons' needs, ensuring optimal patient outcomes and promoting a culture of professionalism and teamwork.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified Surgical Technologist
Rebound Orthopedics
Vancouver, WA
08.2023 - Current
- Adapted quickly to dynamic surgical environments, maintaining focus under pressure.
- Assisted surgeons in complex procedures, ensuring efficient completion and minimized complications.
- Reduced surgery time by effectively anticipating surgeon''s needs and providing timely assistance.
- Gathered and set up equipment, tools, and supplies and arrange instruments according to surgeons' preferences or instruction.
- Mentored junior staff members on proper techniques and best practices within the field of surgical technology, promoting professional growth among peers.
- Achieved consistent performance evaluations through dedication to excellence in patient care, teamwork, and adherence to established protocols.
Certified Surgical Technologist
Legacy Salmon Creek Medical Center
Vancouver, WA
08.2022 - 07.2023
- Assisted in preparing and maintaining sterile surgical instruments and equipment.
- Supported surgical teams by efficiently organizing supplies during procedures.
- Participated in inventory management, ensuring availability of necessary surgical tools.
- Engaged in continuous learning to enhance skills in surgical technology practices.
- Anticipated surgeons needs and handed instruments and supplies to surgeons during procedures.
Certified Surgical Technologist
SCA Health
Tanasbourne, OR
02.2022 - 08.2022
- Assisted surgical teams in preparing operating rooms with necessary instruments and supplies.
- Ensured sterilization of surgical tools, adhering to safety protocols and best practices.
- Supported patient positioning and monitoring during surgical procedures for optimal outcomes.
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals to maintain efficient workflow within surgical environment.
- Setup operating and surgery rooms by preparing equipment and supplies for upcoming procedures.
- Expedited surgery room turnover times by swiftly preparing operating rooms for subsequent surgeries, maximizing efficiency within the department.
Education
Associate of Science - Surgical Technology
Community College of Denver
Denver, CO12-2021
Skills
- Pre- and post-surgical counts
- Safe sharps disposal
- Surgical equipment operation
- Professionalism and ethics
- Precepting new hires
- Proficiency in Stryker Mako robotic total joint surgery
- Proficiency in DePuy Attune total joint surgery
- Proficiency in Zimmer Biomet total knee surgery
- Proficiency in Plastic surgery
Accomplishments
- Was promoted to the role of Preceptor to train new surgical technologists.
- Built strong relationships with surgeons and learned set up preferences to streamline surgeries.
- Wrote step by step guide for new hires on our total joint procedures.
Certification
- CST - Certified Surgical Technologist
Timeline
Certified Surgical Technologist
Rebound Orthopedics
08.2023 - Current
Certified Surgical Technologist
Legacy Salmon Creek Medical Center
08.2022 - 07.2023
Certified Surgical Technologist
SCA Health
02.2022 - 08.2022
Associate of Science - Surgical Technology
Community College of Denver