Tiffnee Hampton
Otis Orchards,WA
Summary
Accomplished Certified Surgical Technologist with a proven track record at Providence Sacred Heart Hospital, enhancing patient safety and surgery efficiency through expert surgical assistance and sterile technique mastery. Skilled in surgical instrument knowledge and fostering professionalism, I significantly expedited surgery room turnover times. My mentorship of junior staff underscores my commitment to ethical standards and continuous improvement in surgical environments.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Certified Surgical Technologist
Providence Sacred Heart Hospital
Spokane, WA
11.2019 - Current
- 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.
- Demonstrated adaptability when faced with emergency situations or unexpected complications during surgeries, providing prompt support to surgical teams.
- Expedited surgery room turnover times by swiftly preparing operating rooms for subsequent surgeries, maximizing efficiency within the department.
- Assisted surgeons in complex procedures, ensuring efficient completion and minimized complications.
- Enhanced patient safety by maintaining a sterile surgical environment and adhering to strict protocols.
- Mentored junior staff members on proper techniques and best practices within the field of surgical technology, promoting professional growth among peers.
Certified Surgical Technologist
UAMS
Little Rock, AR
01.2017 - 08.2019
Lab Technician
LabCorp
Little Rock, AR
05.2009 - 02.2016
- Maintained documentation on tests performed in lab.
- Maintained a safe and organized laboratory environment, adhering to strict safety protocols.
- Maintained safe, tidy and organized laboratory environment for accurate test results.
- Conducted routine quality control checks to ensure accurate test results and maintain laboratory standards.
- Trained new laboratory personnel to apply proper laboratory techniques and best practices.
- Tracked collected specimens by initialing, dating, and noting times of collection.
Lab Technician
PAML
Spokane, WA
11.2003 - 03.2008
Education
Surgical Technologist Certification - Surgical Technologist
Baptist Health College of Little Rock AR
Little Rock, AR12.2016
Skills
- Surgical Instrument Knowledge
- Pre- and post-surgical counts
- Safe sharps disposal
- Professionalism and Ethics
- Surgical equipment operation
- Sterile technique mastery
- Infection control protocols
- Setting up and operating equipment
- Patient positioning expertise
- OB/GYN procedures
- Wound Dressing
- Aseptic Techniques
- Equipment set up
- Surgical Assistance
- Certified Surgical Technologist (CST)
- Arthroscopic joint surgery
Timeline
Certified Surgical Technologist
Providence Sacred Heart Hospital
11.2019 - Current
Certified Surgical Technologist
UAMS
01.2017 - 08.2019
Lab Technician
LabCorp
05.2009 - 02.2016
Lab Technician
PAML
11.2003 - 03.2008
Surgical Technologist Certification - Surgical Technologist
Baptist Health College of Little Rock AR