Trenton Brown
Texas Health Harris Methodist Hospital Fort Worth
Fort Worth,TX
1
Certification
14
years of professional experience
Proactive and adaptable Surgical Technologist with a strong foundation in patient care and surgical support. Recognized for mentoring peers and implementing best practices in infection control, contributing to improved surgical outcomes and team performance.
I train as well as lead. My goal is to continue to grow my skill sets that way I may be a better asset to my team. My goal is also to always implement new skill and training to others to help my team be successful.
Work History
Certified Surgical Technologist
1 Year 3 Months- Assisted in maintaining sterile environments during surgical procedures to ensure patient safety.
- Prepared and organized surgical instruments and supplies for efficient workflow in operating rooms.
- Collaborated with surgical teams to anticipate needs, enhancing procedural efficiency and effectiveness.
- Monitored and documented patients' vital signs during surgeries, ensuring accurate records for medical teams.
- Educated new staff on proper sterilization techniques and equipment handling protocols, fostering team competency.
- Participated in continuous education programs to stay current with advancements in surgical technology and procedures.
- 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.
Certified Surgical Technologist
3 Years 2 Months- Conducted instrument counts before and after procedures to prevent retained foreign objects in patients.
- Implemented best practices in infection control measures, contributing to improved patient outcomes post-surgery.
- 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.
- As the Orthopedics Coordinator i also maintained the preference cards, contacting Reps for cases, arranged inservices for new equipment and supplies. Also coordinated training for new hires and students.
Certified Surgical Technologist
7 Months- Assisted surgeons in complex procedures, ensuring efficient completion and minimized complications.
- Reduced surgery time by effectively anticipating surgeon''s needs and providing timely assistance.
- Enhanced patient safety by maintaining a sterile surgical environment and adhering to strict protocols.
- Gathered and set up equipment, tools, and supplies and arrange instruments according to surgeons' preferences or instruction.
- Evaluated procedure needs and set up equipment, tools, supplies, and instruments.
- Mentored junior staff members on proper techniques and best practices within the field of surgical technology, promoting professional growth among peers.
- Performed accurate instrument counts, preventing potential surgical complications due to retained items.
- Expanded knowledge of surgical procedures through continuous professional development, staying current with industry advancements.
Certified Surgical Technologist
10 Months- Ensured proper handling of specimens during surgeries, aiding in accurate diagnostic results for patients.
- Created unobstructive operative fields by using retractors, sponges, and suction and irrigating equipment.
- Contributed to reduced infection rates by diligently practicing proper sterilization techniques for instruments and equipment.
- Delivered exemplary assistance and support to surgeons during general, gynecological, orthopedic, neurological, and plastic surgery procedures.
- Created safe operating environments for invasive and non-invasive procedures.
- Supported colleagues by serving as a resource on surgical technology best practices, fostering a collaborative work environment.
- Worked with vendors for speedy procurement of services and equipment.
- Passed instruments and supplies to surgical team members to provide surgeons with necessary tools to complete procedures.
- Positioned patients and set up drapes to create comfortable surgical environment for patients.
Certified Surgical Technologist
2 Years 10 Months- Collaborated closely with interdisciplinary teams for optimal patient care throughout the entire perioperative process.
- Streamlined workflow by organizing instruments efficiently on the back table according to procedure requirements.
- Used sutures, staples, clips and other tools to close wounds.
- Prepared instruments for terminal sterilization and reset surgical suites for next procedure.
- Maintained high infection control standards.
- Cleaned and maintained operating equipment to keep resources in good working condition and ready for use.
- Contributed to team-based problem-solving to resolve issues that arose during surgery and improve patient outcomes.
- Collaborated with surgical teams to anticipate needs, enhancing procedural efficiency and effectiveness.
- Prepared and organized surgical instruments and supplies for efficient workflow in operating rooms.
- Setup operating and surgery rooms by preparing equipment and supplies for upcoming procedures.
Certified Surgical Technologist
1 Year- Collected, prepared and disposed of medical specimens.
- Introduced new staff members to training protocols regarding operating room procedures, infection control, safety standards, and overall facility policies.
- Achieved consistent performance evaluations through dedication to excellence in patient care, teamwork, and adherence to established protocols.
- Operated, adjusted, and monitored diagnostic equipment and other machines used during procedures.
- Improved team communication through active participation in pre-and post-operative discussions, resulting in better patient outcomes.
- Promoted a culture of continuous improvement by actively participating in department meetings and offering constructive feedback on surgical processes.
- Managed operating room setup by cleaning and sterilizing instruments and surfaces, maintaining supply inventories, and organizing surgical tools.
- Supported surgeons during cosmetic surgeries, gynecological and orthopedic procedures and general appointments.
- Reduced infection risks and protected patients by maintaining sterile fields during procedures.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
- Assisted in maintaining sterile environments during surgical procedures to ensure patient safety.
- Anticipated surgeons needs and handed instruments and supplies to surgeons during procedures.
- Assisted surgeons in complex procedures, ensuring efficient completion and minimized complications.
- Delivered exemplary assistance and support to surgeons during general, gynecological, orthopedic, neurological, and plastic surgery procedures.
- Expanded knowledge of surgical procedures through continuous professional development, staying current with industry advancements.
Certified Surgical Technologist
1 Year 1 Month- Assisted in preparing surgical instruments and sterile supplies for various procedures.
- Collaborated with surgical teams to maintain aseptic techniques and infection control protocols.
- Managed instrument counts and ensured proper handling during surgeries to enhance patient safety.
- Trained and mentored junior surgical technologists on best practices and procedural standards.
Certified Surgical Technologist
4 Years 2 Months- Coordinated communication between surgeons, nurses, and anesthesiologists to optimize surgical workflows.
- Provided comprehensive support to surgeons specializing in sports medicine, total joint replacement, spine, and orthopedic trauma treatment.
- Demonstrated adaptability when faced with emergency situations or unexpected complications during surgeries, providing prompt support to surgical teams.
- Setup operating and surgery rooms by preparing equipment and supplies for upcoming procedures.
- Anticipated surgeons needs and handed instruments and supplies to surgeons during procedures.
- Delivered exemplary assistance and support to surgeons during general, gynecological, orthopedic, neurological, and plastic surgery procedures.
- Created safe operating environments for invasive and non-invasive procedures.
- Used sutures, staples, clips and other tools to close wounds.
- Introduced new staff members to training protocols regarding operating room procedures, infection control, safety standards, and overall facility policies.
- Supported surgeons during cosmetic surgeries, gynecological and orthopedic procedures and general appointments.
- Positioned patients and set up drapes to create comfortable surgical environment for patients.
Education
High School Diploma
- Extracurricular Activities: [Activity]
Associate of Science - Surgical Science
Skills
Pre- and post-surgical counts
Safe sharps disposal
Surgical equipment operation
Professionalism and ethics
OB/GYN procedures
Wound dressing
Preparing for surgeries
Aseptic and sterilization techniques
Surgical instrumentation
Aseptic techniques
Basic life support
Surgical assistance
Anatomy
Surgical procedures
OR preparation
Instrument preparation
Sterile field management
Surgical gowning
Intra-operative assistance
Operating room procedures
Certified surgical technologist (CST)
Teamwork and collaboration
I also have skill Spine
Ortho
Trauma
and various
Certification
- CST - Certified Surgical Technologist
Timeline
Certified Surgical Technologist
Texas Health Harris Methodist Hospital Fort Worth
03.2025 - CurrentRead More
Certified Surgical Technologist
Medical City Arlington
10.2022 - 12.2025Read More
Certified Surgical Technologist
McKenzie Willamette Hospital
11.2021 - 06.2022Read More
Certified Surgical Technologist
Mansfield Methodist Medical Center
01.2021 - 11.2021Read More
Certified Surgical Technologist
Baylor Scott and White Orthopedic and Spine Hospital of Arlington
03.2018 - 01.2021Read More
Certified Surgical Technologist
JPS Hospital
03.2017 - 03.2018Read More
Certified Surgical Technologist
Childrens Hospital of Plano
02.2017 - 03.2018Read More
Certified Surgical Technologist
Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital Plano
01.2012 - 03.2016Read More
American Career College
Associate of Science from Surgical Science
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Mabank High School
High School Diploma
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