Sonya Hall
Catlettsburg,KY
Summary
Driven Surgical Technologist offering 17 years' experience in ambulatory and hospital settings. Well-versed in sports medicine, total joint replacement, general surgery and plastic surgery procedures. Eager to take next career step with growing organization offering opportunities for professional development and advancement.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Surgical Technologist
St. Mary's Hospital
06.2023 - Current
- Enhanced patient safety by maintaining a sterile surgical environment and adhering to strict protocols.
- Assisted surgeons in complex procedures for optimal patient outcomes and reduced recovery time.
- Positioned patients and set up drapes to create comfortable surgical environment for patients.
- Reduced infection risks and protected patients by maintaining sterile fields during procedures.
- Gathered and set up equipment, tools, and supplies and arrange instruments according to surgeons' preferences or instruction.
Surgical Technologist
Three Gables Surgery Center
07.2018 - Current
- Enhanced patient safety by maintaining a sterile surgical environment and adhering to strict protocols.
- Assisted surgeons in complex procedures for optimal patient outcomes and reduced recovery time.
- Prepared operating rooms with required instruments, ensuring efficient setup for various surgical cases.
- Increased efficiency during surgeries by anticipating surgeon''s needs and providing timely assistance.
- Played a key role in reducing OR turnaround time by implementing process improvements for equipment preparation and room cleanup procedures.
Surgical Technologist
Bellefonte Hospital
04.2008 - 07.2018
- Contributed to team-based problem-solving to resolve issues that arose during surgery and improve patient outcomes.
- Reduced infection risks and protected patients by maintaining sterile fields during procedures.
- Gathered and set up equipment, tools, and supplies and arrange instruments according to surgeons' preferences or instruction.
- Passed instruments and supplies to surgical team members to provide surgeons with necessary tools to complete procedures.
- Supported surgeons during cosmetic surgeries, gynecological and orthopedic procedures and general appointments.
- Completed 20 total joint replacement procedures per month.
Surgical Technologist Student
St. Mary's Hospital
06.2007 - 05.2008
- Enhanced patient care by assisting surgeons with various surgical procedures and maintaining a sterile environment.
- Reduced surgery time by efficiently setting up surgical instruments and equipment before each procedure.
- Increased patient safety by thoroughly inspecting surgical tools for proper function and sterilization.
- Supported successful surgeries through proficient handling of surgical instruments, supplies, and equipment during operations.
- Demonstrated strong organizational skills in managing instrument inventory, tracking usage, and ensuring proper maintenance.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Surgical Technology
KCTCS
Ashland, KY12.2007
Skills
- Safe sharps disposal
- Patient confidentiality
- Specimen Collection
- Safety protocols expertise
- Aseptic Techniques
- Setting up and operating equipment
- Surgical Assistance
- Wound Dressing
- OB/GYN procedures
- Orthopedics Total Joints/Sport Med Procedures
- General Procedures
- Plastic
Certification
- CST - Certified Surgical Technologist
- BLS
Timeline
Surgical Technologist
St. Mary's Hospital
06.2023 - Current
Surgical Technologist
Three Gables Surgery Center
07.2018 - Current
Surgical Technologist
Bellefonte Hospital
04.2008 - 07.2018
Surgical Technologist Student
St. Mary's Hospital
06.2007 - 05.2008
Associate of Applied Science - Surgical Technology
KCTCS
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