Theresa Hotz
Summary
Experienced CST/CFA with strong background in Cardiothoracic Surgery. Adept in diverse traditional procedures. Mission-oriented and committed to sustaining highest quality standards to achieve optimal patient outcomes. Meticulous experience assisting with diverse operating room functions. Anticipates and addresses surgeon's needs from operating room setup and sterilization to draping patient and passing instruments during surgery. Models medical teamwork and physical stamina.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
CST/CFSA
St Francis Hospital
07.2024 - Current
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
CST/CFSA
Ascension St. Vincent
09.2023 - 06.2024
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
CST/CFA
Baptist Health Hospital
08.2016 - 08.2023
- Anticipated surgeons needs and handed instruments and supplies to surgeons during procedures.
- Setup operating and surgery rooms by preparing equipment and supplies for upcoming procedures.
- Gathered and set up equipment, tools, and supplies and arrange instruments according to surgeons' preferences or instruction.
- Maintained high infection control standards.
- Delivered exemplary assistance and support to surgeons during Cardiothoracic surgeries. When no hearts scheduled worked in Plastics, Ent, Neuro, Ortho, Urology, Gynecology, General and some Robotics.
- Used sutures, staples, clips and other tools to close wounds.
- Operated, adjusted, and monitored diagnostic equipment and other machines used during procedures.
- Controlled bleeding during procedures by applying hemostatic clamps, suture ligatures and electrocautery equipment.
CST
Advocate Health Good Samaritan Hospital
11.2013 - 06.2016
- Anticipated surgeons needs and handed instruments and supplies to surgeons during procedures.
- Setup operating and surgery rooms by preparing equipment and supplies for upcoming procedures.
- Gathered and set up equipment, tools, and supplies and arrange instruments according to surgeons' preferences or instruction.
- Maintained high infection control standards.
- Created unobstructive operative fields by using retractors, sponges, and suction and irrigating equipment.
- Worked in Bariatric, Ent, Plastics, Neuro, gynecology, Urology, (level one trama center)
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Certified Surgical First Assistant Program
Madisonville Kentucky Community & Tech
Madisonville KY01.2018
Some College (No Degree) - Surgical Technology
Western Career College
Chicago, IL06.2013
Skills
- Surgical Technology
- Sterile Field Management
- Infection Control Protocols
- Dental Equipment
- Setting Up OR Equipment
- Wound Dressing
- Surgical Team Assistance
- Suturing
- Instrument Preparation
- Emergency Situations
Certification
- CSFA - Certified Surgical First Assistant NBST
- CST - Certified Surgical Technologist NCCT
- BLS Training - 2024
Timeline
CST/CFSA
St Francis Hospital
07.2024 - Current
CST/CFSA
Ascension St. Vincent
09.2023 - 06.2024
CST/CFA
Baptist Health Hospital
08.2016 - 08.2023
CST
Advocate Health Good Samaritan Hospital
11.2013 - 06.2016
Some College (No Degree) - Certified Surgical First Assistant Program
Madisonville Kentucky Community & Tech
Some College (No Degree) - Surgical Technology
Western Career College
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