Torie Thomas
New Bedford,USA
Summary
Skilled Surgical Technologist with a strong background in assisting surgeons during complex procedures in high-pressure environments. Expertise in maintaining a sterile field and preparing operating rooms. Committed to supporting surgical teams and enhancing patient care through effective instrument handling and operational readiness.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
CERTIFIED SURGICAL TECHNOLOGIST- TRAUMA
Southcoast Health- St. Luke's Hospital
New Bedford, MA
10.2022 - Current
- Completed continuing education courses to enhance knowledge in surgical technology.
- Prepared operating rooms for surgery, ensuring all instruments and supplies were ready for use.
- Provided assistance in the operating room by passing instruments to the surgeon during procedures.
- Assisted surgeons with a variety of surgical procedures, including orthopedic and neurosurgery.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams of physicians, nurses, and anesthesiologists to ensure optimal surgical outcomes.
911 DISPATCHER
Swansea Fire Department
Swansea, MA
04.2018 - 12.2023
- Dispatched resources efficiently to ensure prompt response to emergency situations.
- Utilized effective problem-solving skills to manage multiple incoming calls simultaneously.
- Maintained calm and professionalism under high-pressure situations to support effective response.
- Continuously updated knowledge base on current policies, procedures, and technology changes.
- Performed administrative duties such as filing reports and documenting incident details.
CERTIFIED MEDICAL ASSISTANT- ER
Southcoast Health- St. Luke's Hospital
New Bedford, MA
01.2014 - 10.2017
- Communicated effectively with patients, families, and healthcare providers to ensure clear understanding of medical information.
- Conducted patient intake by gathering detailed medical histories and vital signs to support accurate diagnosis and treatment.
- Documented medical data in patient charts to maintain accurate and comprehensive patient records.
- Performed laboratory procedures such as drawing blood, preparing specimens for testing, and performing EKGs.
- Cleaned treatment rooms and medical instruments, complying with infection control standards.
- Performed basic clinical duties such as dressing changes, wound cleaning, dressing removal, suture removal, splint application, removal.
CERTIFIED MEDICAL ASSISTANT- PEDIATRICS
Hawthorn Medical Associates
Dartmouth, MA
07.2014 - 01.2015
- Demonstrated excellent communication skills when interacting with pediatric patients, families, and healthcare providers.
- Coordinated with healthcare professionals to deliver comprehensive and quality care for pediatric patients.
- Conducted patient intake, gathering detailed medical histories and vital signs to support accurate assessments.
- Prepared treatment rooms for patient examinations, ensuring cleanliness and organization to promote a safe environment.
- Collected blood, tissue and other laboratory specimens, logged specimens, and prepared them for testing.
- Documented visits using Electronic Medical Records system.
Education
ASSOCIATE IN SCIENCE (A.S.) - SURGICAL TECHNOLOGY
New England Institute of Technology
East Greenwich, RI, US05-2023
CERTIFICATION IN CLINICAL MEDICAL ASSISTING -
The Salter School
New Bedford12-2012
HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA -
New Bedford High School
New Bedford06-2011
Skills
- Surgical Instrument Knowledge
- Clinical Knowledge
- Surgical Workflow Management
- Patient care techniques
- Professionalism and Ethics
- Adaptability and Flexibility
- Effective Communication
Certification
• Certification of Surgical Technology, NBSTSA, 09/01/26
• CPR/BLS, American Red Cross, 2027
• CPR/BLS, American Red Cross, 2027
References
- Ana Miranda, Operating Room Manager, Southcoast Health, (508) 973-5402, mirandaa@southcoast.org
- Maegan Oliver, Circulating Nurse, Operating Room Co-worker, Southcoast Health, (508) 973-5402, oliverm@southcoast.org
Awards
- Certificate of Participation - NEIT spring open house
- AST National Honor Society
- Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society
- 4.0 GPA
- Dean's List Achiever
- Peer Mentor
- Co-President and Vice President of the Surgical Technology Club
Timeline
CERTIFIED SURGICAL TECHNOLOGIST- TRAUMA
Southcoast Health- St. Luke's Hospital
10.2022 - Current
911 DISPATCHER
Swansea Fire Department
04.2018 - 12.2023
CERTIFIED MEDICAL ASSISTANT- PEDIATRICS
Hawthorn Medical Associates
07.2014 - 01.2015
CERTIFIED MEDICAL ASSISTANT- ER
Southcoast Health- St. Luke's Hospital
01.2014 - 10.2017
ASSOCIATE IN SCIENCE (A.S.) - SURGICAL TECHNOLOGY
New England Institute of Technology
CERTIFICATION IN CLINICAL MEDICAL ASSISTING -
The Salter School
HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA -
New Bedford High School