Tonia Yates
Jasper,TN
Summary
Detail-oriented professional with extensive experience in surgical settings. Strong communication and technical skills contribute to exceptional patient care and efficient operating room workflows. Committed to maintaining high standards of safety and quality in surgical procedures.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Certified Surgical Technologist
Vanderbilt Medical Center
Nashville, Tennessee
07.2020 - Current
- Managed complex cases, applying advanced technical knowledge and critical thinking to optimize surgical outcomes.
- Anticipated surgeon needs during procedures, optimizing workflow and minimizing delays.
- Maintained strict adherence to AORN standards to ensure sterile technique and patient safety.
- Maintained integrity of sterile field, ensuring compliance with safety standards throughout all procedures.
- Facilitated efficient room turnover to minimize downtime between surgical procedures. while maintaining quality and efficiency.
- Collaborated with surgeons, anesthesiologists, nurses, and multidisciplinary teams to enhance patient care and surgical efficiency.
- Prepared operating rooms with specialized equipment for complex surgical procedures.
Certified Surgical Technologist
Erlanger Medical Center
Chattanooga, Tennessee
12.2009 - Current
- Anticipated surgeon needs during high-pressure trauma and emergency surgeries to support timely and effective interventions.
- Assembled instrumentation, equipment, implants, and supplies for scheduled and emergency procedures.
- Establish and maintain sterile fields throughout surgical procedures.
- Assist surgeons and surgical residents during complex operative cases.
- Perform surgical counts according to policy to ensure patient safety.
- Apply sterile dressings and assist with incision care following procedures.
- Contributed to efficient operating room workflow, ensuring exceptional patient care and optimal surgical outcomes.
Education
Associate of Applied Science -
Chattanooga State Community College
Chattanooga, TN05-2007
Skills
- Surgical assistance
- Sterile field management
- Instrumentation preparation
- Trauma center support
- Intraoperative communication
- Surgeon relations
- CST mentoring
- Professional recognition
Timeline
Certified Surgical Technologist
Vanderbilt Medical Center
07.2020 - Current
Certified Surgical Technologist
Erlanger Medical Center
12.2009 - Current
Associate of Applied Science -
Chattanooga State Community College