Hi, I’m
TALEESHA RICE
Pensacola,Fl
Succes is not final; Failure is not fatal: It is the courage to continue that counts.
Winston Churchill
Summary
An enthusiastic surgical technologist with 9.5 years of expertise in operating room settings. I’m knowledgeable in practices for multiple surgical specialties such as general, robotics, and others. I'm also knowledgeable in customer service. I recently obtained my bachelor’s degree and I’m looking to advance my career. I'm a team player in every aspect and I’m very excited to join a thriving organization focused on supporting growth and career progression.
Overview
9
years of professional experience
1
Certification
Work History
Beth Israel Deaconess Hospital-MiltonMilton , MA
Surgical Technologist
02.2022 - Current
Job overview
- Adhered to OSHA protocols when sterilizing instruments, discarding medical supplies and disposing of waste
- Set up equipment, tools and supplies needed for procedures and organize instruments as directed in surgeons' preference cards
- Counted and recorded sponges, instruments, and needles at beginning and end of surgical procedures
- Handed instruments and supplies to surgeons during procedures
- Facilitated invasive, non-invasive, and minimally invasive procedures by creating safe and functional operating room environments
- Adhered to infection control standards and reported any hazards.
Nebraska MedicineOmaha, NE
Surgical Technologist
08.2021 - 02.2022
Job overview
- Scrub, gown, and gloving according to procedure -Prepared sterile instrument table and maintained a safe work environment -Passed instruments and supplies to surgeons and assistants, held retractors, cut sutures, and performed other operations during surgical procedures
- Assisted with patient care activities under the direct supervision of a RN -Assisted with positioning and draping the patient -Help create an energized and healthy work environment where colleagues support each other for better patient care and safety
- Assisted in helping turn OR rooms over in a timely manner in order to maintain a good turnover time
- Properly disposed of sharps and biohazardous material -Adhere to code of ethics created by AST -Perform necessary counts before, during, and after procedure.
Beth Israel Deaconess Hospital-MiltonMilton, MA
Surgical Technologist
07.2020 - 07.2021
Job overview
- Assisted surgeon by passing instruments and sterile supplies throughout operation.
- Set up equipment, tools and supplies for procedures and organize instruments as directed in surgeons' preference cards.
- Reviewed surgical requirements and prepped operating room with appropriate tools, equipment and instruments.
- Recounted surgical instruments and supplies at end of operation, eliminating chance of items left inside patient.
- Organized equipment and instruments in alignment with surgical protocols and surgeon preferences.
- Laid out all instruments, supplies and tools as directed by surgeons.
- Gathered and took inventory of equipment to confirm adequate supplies for surgery.
Memorial Hospital and Health Care CenterJasper, IN
Surgical Technologist
07.2019 - 07.2020
Job overview
- Assisted surgeon by passing instruments and sterile supplies throughout operation.
- Set up equipment, tools and supplies for procedures and organize instruments as directed in surgeons' preference cards.
- Reviewed surgical requirements and prepped operating room with appropriate tools, equipment and instruments.
- Recounted surgical instruments and supplies at end of operation, eliminating chance of items left inside patient.
- Organized equipment and instruments in alignment with surgical protocols and surgeon preferences.
- Used retractors, sponges and suctioning and irrigating equipment to create unobstructed operating fields.
- Maintained proper sterile field during surgical procedures.
- Counted sponges, needles and instruments before and after operation.
Sky Lakes Medical CenterKlamath Falls, OR
Surgical Technologist
03.2019 - 06.2019
Job overview
- Set up equipment, tools and supplies needed for procedures and organize instruments as directed in surgeons' preference cards
- Counted and recorded sponges, instruments, and needles at beginning and end of surgical procedures
- Handed instruments and supplies to surgeons during procedures
- Adhered to OSHA protocols when sterilizing instruments, discarding medical supplies and disposing of waste
- Facilitated invasive, non-invasive, and minimally invasive procedures by creating safe and functional operating room environments
- Adhered to infection control standards and reported any hazards.
UMMCGrenada, MS
Surgical Technologist
11.2018 - 02.2019
Job overview
- Assisted surgeon by passing instruments and sterile supplies throughout operation.
- Set up equipment, tools and supplies for procedures and organize instruments as directed in surgeons' preference cards.
- Reviewed surgical requirements and prepped operating room with appropriate tools, equipment and instruments.
- Recounted surgical instruments and supplies at end of operation, eliminating chance of items left inside patient.
Beth Israel DeaconessMilton, Ma
Surgical Technologist
06.2018 - 11.2018
Job overview
- Adhered to OSHA protocols when sterilizing instruments, discarding medical supplies, and disposing of waste
- Reviewed surgical requirements and prepped operating room with appropriate tools, equipment and instruments
- Set up equipment, tools and supplies needed for procedures and organize instruments as directed in surgeons' preference cards
- Counted and recorded sponges, instruments, and needles at beginning and end of surgical procedures
- Assessed procedure requirements and procured appropriate equipment and tools.
Baptist HospitalPensacola, FL
Surgical Technologist
07.2017 - 06.2018
Job overview
- Adhered to OSHA protocols when sterilizing instruments, discarding medical supplies and disposing of waste
- Set up equipment, tools and supplies needed for procedures and organize instruments as directed in surgeons' preference cards
- Counted and recorded sponges, instruments, and needles at beginning and end of surgical procedures
- Facilitated invasive, non-invasive, and minimally invasive procedures by creating safe and functional operating room environments
- Handed instruments and supplies to surgeons during procedures.
Springview HospitalLebanon, KY
Surgical Technologist
03.2017 - 08.2017
Job overview
- Adhered to OSHA protocols when sterilizing instruments, discarding medical supplies and disposing of waste
- Set up equipment, tools and supplies needed for procedures and organize instruments as directed in surgeons' preference cards
- Counted and recorded sponges, instruments, and needles at beginning and end of surgical procedures
- Handed instruments and supplies to surgeons during procedures
- Adhered to infection control standards and reported any hazards.
Education
Southern New Hampshire University
Bachelor of Science from Business Administration (Marketing
07.2023
East Central Community College, Decatur, MS
Certificate of Surgical Technology LICENSURE AND CERTIFICATIONS Surgical Technologist, Association of Surgical Technology, National Certification passed from Surgical Technology
01.2013
Caledonia High School
High School Diploma
05.2007
Skills
- Surgical specialties
- Aseptic and sterilization techniques
- Passing surgical tools
- Equipment set up
- Preparing for surgeries
- HIPAA proficiency
- Workplace safety
- Surgical counts
- Team building and customer service
- Verbal and Written Communication
Certification
Certified Surgical Technologist (CST)
Board certified by National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA) Certification #148403
American Heart Association BLS - 7/2024
References
References
References Furnished upon request
Affiliations
- The National Society of Leadership and Success
Timeline
Surgical Technologist
Beth Israel Deaconess Hospital-Milton
02.2022 - Current
Surgical Technologist
Nebraska Medicine
08.2021 - 02.2022
Surgical Technologist
Beth Israel Deaconess Hospital-Milton
07.2020 - 07.2021
Surgical Technologist
Memorial Hospital and Health Care Center
07.2019 - 07.2020
Surgical Technologist
Sky Lakes Medical Center
03.2019 - 06.2019
Surgical Technologist
UMMC
11.2018 - 02.2019
Surgical Technologist
Beth Israel Deaconess
06.2018 - 11.2018
Surgical Technologist
Baptist Hospital
07.2017 - 06.2018
Surgical Technologist
Springview Hospital
03.2017 - 08.2017
Southern New Hampshire University
Bachelor of Science from Business Administration (Marketing
East Central Community College
Certificate of Surgical Technology LICENSURE AND CERTIFICATIONS Surgical Technologist, Association of Surgical Technology, National Certification passed from Surgical Technology
Caledonia High School
High School Diploma
Certified Surgical Technologist (CST)
Board certified by National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA) Certification #148403
American Heart Association BLS - 7/2024
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