Terrence Kirkland
Detroit,MI
Summary
Dedicated Surgical Technologist with over 30 years of experience in maintaining sterile fields, managing surgical instruments, and providing intraoperative support. Proficient in cardiothoracic and vascular procedures, ensuring patient safety and operational efficiency. Proven leader with strong clinical judgment and multidisciplinary collaboration skills.
Overview
48
48
years of professional experience
Work History
Surgical Technologist
Harper Hospital
Detoit, MI
01.1991 - 01.2026
- Specializes in cardiothoracic, vascular, and endovascular procedures.
- Experienced competency in general surgery, ENT, orthopedics, and neurosurgery.
- Maintain a proper sterile field during surgical procedures.
- Collaborated with surgeons to anticipate needs during procedures.
- Assist with retracting, suctioning, and handling specimens, as allowed.
- Conducted post-operative sterile field breakdown using established aseptic and safety standards.
Surgical Technologist
Veterans Hospital
Detroit, MI
03.2017 - 08.2025
- Assisted surgical team with instrument preparation and sterilization.
- Collaborated with surgeons to anticipate needs during procedures.
- Operated and maintained surgical equipment for optimal performance.
- Assisted the surgeon by passing instruments and sterile supplies throughout the operation.
- Maintained sterile field during surgeries to ensure patient safety.
- Assist with retracting, suctioning, and handling specimens, as allowed.
- Conducted post-operative sterile field breakdown using established aseptic and safety standards.
Account Representative
Sterilmed
Detroit, MI
01.2003 - 01.2007
- Collected, packaged, and shipped instruments and equipment to be reprocessed.
- Maintained reprocessing levels for many departments within the account, including the hospital.
- Managed client accounts and maintained strong relationships with healthcare professionals.
- Coordinated product orders and ensured timely delivery to medical facilities.
Instrument Technician
Mt. Clemens General Hospital
Mount Clemens, Michigan
02.1995 - 12.2005
- Maintained accountability for all instruments used during surgery.
- Sterilized surgical instruments.
- Maintained and confirmed that a proper inventory of instruments was available.
- Assist with retracting, suctioning, and handling specimens, as allowed.
- Assist with retracting, suctioning, and handling specimens, as allowed.
- Conducted post-operative sterile field breakdown using established aseptic and safety standards.
Owner Operator
T&G Enterprises
Detroit, Michigan
12.2000 - 12.2004
- Operating room personnel provider agency.
- Contractual provider for nurses and surgical technicians to operating rooms.
- Supervised staff schedules to ensure adequate coverage during peak hours.
- Coordinated marketing efforts to promote service offered by T&G Enterprises
Instrument Technician
Harper Hospital
Detroit, Michigan
01.1988 - 01.1991
- Calibrated and maintained medical instruments for accurate patient diagnostics.
- Conducted routine inspections to ensure compliance with safety standards.
- Sterilized surgical instruments
- Maintained and confirmed that proper inventory of instruments was available
Orderly
Harper Hospital
Detroit, Michigan
01.1978 - 12.1987
- Transported patients to various departments within the hospital.
- Provided companionship and emotional support to patients during recovery.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to enhance patient comfort and safety.
Education
BBA - Business Administration
Chadwick University
Birmingham, AL05-1995
Surgical Technology - Healthcare
Marygrove College
Detroit, MI04-1991
Military Strategy and Tactics Training -
Michigan Military Academy
Detroit, MI05-1987
Skills
- Surgical instrumentation and case preparation
- Sterile field maintenance and instrument inventory management
- Patient safety protocols and aseptic technique
- Critical decision-making
- Time Management
- Leadership & Team Coordination
- Cardiothoracic, Vascular & Endovascular procedures
- Orthopedics, ENT, and Neurosurgery procedures
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Surgical Technologist
Veterans Hospital
03.2017 - 08.2025
Account Representative
Sterilmed
01.2003 - 01.2007
Owner Operator
T&G Enterprises
12.2000 - 12.2004
Instrument Technician
Mt. Clemens General Hospital
02.1995 - 12.2005
Surgical Technologist
Harper Hospital
01.1991 - 01.2026
Instrument Technician
Harper Hospital
01.1988 - 01.1991
Orderly
Harper Hospital
01.1978 - 12.1987
BBA - Business Administration
Chadwick University
Surgical Technology - Healthcare
Marygrove College
Military Strategy and Tactics Training -
Michigan Military Academy