TORY LEWIS
North Las Vegas,Nevada
Summary
I've been a Certified Surgical Technologist since 2005 and a Certified Surgical First Assist since 2014. Detail-oriented professional with excellent communication, interpersonal and creative thinking skills. Aiming to leverage my abilities to successfully fill the vacancy at your company. Frequently praised as hardworking by my peers, I can be relied upon to help your company achieve its goals.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified Surgical First Assistant
Spring Valley Hospital
08.2023 - Current
- Assisted in various types of surgeries such as orthopedic, general surgery, gynecology or urology procedures tailoring assistance based on specific case requirements.
- Utilized strong problem-solving skills for effective troubleshooting during unexpected intraoperative challenges.
- Improved patient outcomes by assisting surgeons during complex procedures as a Certified Surgical First Assistant.
- Reduced surgery time with efficient anticipation of surgeon''s needs, resulting in faster patient recovery.
Certified Surgical First Assistant
Dignity Health San Martin
04.2023 - Current
- Assisted in various types of surgeries such as orthopedic, general surgery, gynecology or urology procedures tailoring assistance based on specific case requirements.
- Reduced surgery time with efficient anticipation of surgeon''s needs, resulting in faster patient recovery.
- Utilized strong problem-solving skills for effective troubleshooting during unexpected intraoperative challenges.
- Promoted a culture of safety within the operating room, consistently following best practices and encouraging open communication among team members.
Medical Sales Representative
Far West Surgical
01.2021 - 07.2023
- Studied documentation for new scientific or technical products
- Informed customers of estimated delivery schedules, service contracts, warranties and other information pertaining to purchased products
- Computed customer's installation and production costs and estimate savings from new services, products and equipment.
Certified Surgical First Assistant
Dignity Health San Martin Hospital
04.2021 - 12.2021
- Positioned patients using body stabilizing equipment or protective padding to provide appropriate exposure and protect against nerve damage or circulation impairment
- Assisted in insertion, positioning and suturing of closed-wound drainage systems
- Controlled bleeding during surgical entry using hemostatic clamps, suture ligatures, or electrocautery equipment
- Monitored and maintained aseptic technique throughout procedures
- Maintained unobstructed operative field, using surgical retractors, sponges and suctioning and irrigating equipment.
Certified Surgical Technologist/First Assist
Mountainview Hospital
07.2011 - 10.2021
- Prepared patients for surgery, including positioning patients on operating table and covering them with sterile surgical drapes to prevent exposure
- Held retractors and cut sutures as directed by surgeon during operation
- Worked with coworkers to complete tasks
- Maintained proper sterile field during surgical procedures.
Certified Surgical Technologist
Spring Valley Hospital
11.2005 - 07.2011
- Prepared patients for surgery, including positioning patients on operating table and covering them with sterile surgical drapes to prevent exposure
- Counted sponges, needles and instruments before and after operation
- Held retractors and cut sutures as directed by surgeon during operation
- Maintained proper sterile field during surgical procedures
- Operated and monitored sterilizers, lights, suction machines and diagnostic equipment.
Certified Surgical Technologist
Brooke Army Medical Center
11.2004 - 10.2005
- Counted sponges, needles and instruments before and after operation
- Maintained proper sterile field during surgical procedures
- Operated and monitored sterilizers, lights, suction machines and diagnostic equipment
- Prepared patients for surgery, including positioning patients on operating table and covering them with sterile surgical drapes to prevent exposure
- Assisted surgical team to scrub and put on gloves, masks and surgical clothing
- Held retractors and cut sutures as directed by surgeon during operation.
Certified Surgical Technologist
Akron General Medical Center
06.2003 - 11.2004
- Prepared patients for surgery, including positioning patients on operating table and covering them with sterile surgical drapes to prevent exposure
- Held retractors and cut sutures as directed by surgeon during operation
- Counted sponges, needles and instruments before and after operation
- Operated and monitored sterilizers, lights, suction machines and diagnostic equipment
- Provided technical assistance to surgeons, surgical nurses and anesthesiologists.
Education
Certification In Surgical First Assist -
Meridian Institute Of Surgical Assisting
Nashville, TN05.2014
Certification In Surgical Technology -
Choffin School Of Surgical Technology
Youngstown, Oh06.2003
Skills
- Robotic trained in all procedures Multi port and Single Site
- Neuro and Spine trained in all Procedures
Certification
- NBSTSA Certified Surgical First Assist since 2014
- NBSTSA Certified Surgical Technologist since 2005
Personal Information
Title: CERTIFIED SURGICAL FIRST ASSISTANT
Timeline
Certified Surgical First Assistant
Spring Valley Hospital
08.2023 - Current
Certified Surgical First Assistant
Dignity Health San Martin
04.2023 - Current
Certified Surgical First Assistant
Dignity Health San Martin Hospital
04.2021 - 12.2021
Medical Sales Representative
Far West Surgical
01.2021 - 07.2023
Certified Surgical Technologist/First Assist
Mountainview Hospital
07.2011 - 10.2021
Certified Surgical Technologist
Spring Valley Hospital
11.2005 - 07.2011
Certified Surgical Technologist
Brooke Army Medical Center
11.2004 - 10.2005
Certified Surgical Technologist
Akron General Medical Center
06.2003 - 11.2004
Certification In Surgical First Assist -
Meridian Institute Of Surgical Assisting
Certification In Surgical Technology -
Choffin School Of Surgical Technology
- NBSTSA Certified Surgical First Assist since 2014
- NBSTSA Certified Surgical Technologist since 2005
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