Taylor Martin
Lorain,OH
Summary
Detail-oriented CVOR Surgical Technologist with expertise in sterile field maintenance, surgical instrument counting, and effective communication in high-pressure environments.
Overview
1
1
Certification
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
CVOR Surgical Technologist
Mercy Health St. Elizabeth's Hospital (Aya Healthcare)
Youngstown, OH
02.2026 - Current
- Assisted in preparing and maintaining sterile environments for cardiovascular surgeries.
- Collaborated with surgical teams to ensure efficient instrument availability and organization.
- Monitored surgical instruments and supplies, ensuring readiness for procedures.
- Provided exceptional support to surgeons during complex CVOR procedures, ensuring smooth operations.
CVOR Surgical Technologist
Atrium Medical Center (Aya Healthcare)
Middletown, Ohio
02.2025 - 02.2026
- Assisted surgeons during cardiovascular procedures by preparing instruments and supplies.
- Trained new employees on different cardiac procedures.
- Assisted in prepping, draping and positioning patients for cardiovascular surgery.
- Conducted surgical counts of sponges, needles, instruments and supplies.
- Maintained a sterile field during open-heart surgeries and other invasive procedures.
- Set up and operated various types of medical equipment used in cardiovascular procedures.
- Prepared sutures, clamps, forceps and other specialized equipment for use during operations.
- Ensured that all necessary supplies were available before beginning an operation.
Certified Surgical Technologist
VCU Health (Aya Healthcare)
Richmond, Virginia
08.2024 - 02.2025
- Performed at a fast-paced level 1 trauma center
- Assisted in multiple specialties such as Spine, Neuro, Vascular, Orthopedics, Thoracic, ENT, GYN, GYN oncology, General, Bariatric, Oral & Maxillofacial, Urology, Robotic and Plastics.
- Precepted new employees
Certified Surgical Technologist, CVOR
OhioHealth Riverside Methodist Hospital
Columbus, Ohio
01.2023 - 08.2024
- Assisted in preparing surgical instruments for cardiovascular procedures.
- Collaborated with surgeons and nurses to ensure efficient workflow.
- Reviewed surgeon preference cards prior to each case to ensure accuracy of set-up items needed for specific cases.
Certified Surgical Technologist
MetroHealth
Cleveland, Ohio
04.2022 - 01.2023
- Assisted with surgical procedures by preparing and organizing instruments and supplies.
- Ensured sterile environment by adhering to infection control protocols and maintaining cleanliness.
- Collaborated with surgical team to anticipate needs during procedures and provide support.
- Performed instrument counts before, during, and after surgeries as required by hospital policy.
- Identified potential problems before they occurred by closely observing the sterile field and personnel involved in the procedure.
- Responded quickly to changes in patient status or emergency situations.
Education
Associate of Science - Surgical Technology
Lorain County Community College
Elyria, OH12-2021
Skills
- Pre-operative preparation
- Surgical equipment setup
- Cardiovascular procedures assistance
- Sterile field maintenance
- Surgical instrument counting
- Team collaboration
- Effective communication
- Time management
- New employee training
- Critical thinking
- Adaptability in High-stress environments
- Vascular graft handling
Certification
- NBSTA Certified
- BLS Certified
Timeline
CVOR Surgical Technologist
Mercy Health St. Elizabeth's Hospital (Aya Healthcare)
02.2026 - Current
CVOR Surgical Technologist
Atrium Medical Center (Aya Healthcare)
02.2025 - 02.2026
Certified Surgical Technologist
VCU Health (Aya Healthcare)
08.2024 - 02.2025
Certified Surgical Technologist, CVOR
OhioHealth Riverside Methodist Hospital
01.2023 - 08.2024
Certified Surgical Technologist
MetroHealth
04.2022 - 01.2023
Associate of Science - Surgical Technology
Lorain County Community College