Proven Certified Surgical Technologist with a solid background at Avera McKennan Hospital & University Health Center, showcasing expertise in sterile technique mastery and exceptional teamwork. Elevated patient safety and efficiency, contributing to reduced surgery times and infection rates. Demonstrates critical thinking and adaptability, ensuring high-quality support in fast-paced surgical environments. I'm a quick learner and open to learning new things. I'm very organized and meticulous when it comes to my set up before during and after surgery. I love what I do and look forward to continously learning in the surgical setting.
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Trishonda Ragsdale
Sioux Falls,SD
Summary
Overview
21
years of professional experience
1
Certification
Work History
Avera Speciality Hospital
Certified Surgical Technologist
08.2019 - Current
Job overview
- 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.
- 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.
- Ensured proper handling of specimens during surgeries, aiding in accurate diagnostic results for patients.
- Evaluated procedure needs and set up equipment, tools, supplies, and instruments.
- Performed accurate instrument counts, preventing potential surgical complications due to retained items.
- 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.
- Streamlined workflow by organizing instruments efficiently on the back table according to procedure requirements.
- Prepared instruments for terminal sterilization and reset surgical suites for next procedure.
- Used sutures, staples, clips and other tools to close wounds.
- Created safe operating environments for invasive and non-invasive procedures.
- Expanded knowledge of surgical procedures through continuous professional development, staying current with industry advancements.
- Achieved consistent performance evaluations through dedication to excellence in patient care, teamwork, and adherence to established protocols.
- Managed operating room setup by cleaning and sterilizing instruments and surfaces, maintaining supply inventories, and organizing surgical tools.
- Sterilized instruments and equipment for specific procedures and arranged for surgeons.
- Completed continuing education units, staying up to date on surgical technology and meeting organizational requirements.
- Positioned patients and set up drapes to create comfortable surgical environment for patients.
- Reduced infection risks and protected patients by maintaining sterile fields during procedures.
- Passed instruments and supplies to surgical team members to provide surgeons with necessary tools to complete procedures.
- Provided comprehensive support to surgeons specializing in sports medicine, total joint replacement, spine, and orthopedic trauma treatment.
- Decontaminated, cleaned, assembled, packaged, sterilized, stored, and distributed reusable surgical instrumentation and equipment.
- Supported surgeons during cosmetic surgeries, gynecological and orthopedic procedures and general appointments.
- Was involved in surgical procedures in the field of gynecological, orthopedic, sports medicine.
Sioux Falls Specialty Hospital
Certified Surgical Technologist
02.2016 - 08.2019
Job overview
- Maintained high infection control standards.
- 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.
- 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.
- Performed accurate instrument counts, preventing potential surgical complications due to retained items.
- 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.
- Prepared instruments for terminal sterilization and reset surgical suites for next procedure.
- Used sutures, staples, clips and other tools to close wounds.
- Created safe operating environments for invasive and non-invasive procedures.
- Expanded knowledge of surgical procedures through continuous professional development, staying current with industry advancements.
- Supported surgeons during cosmetic surgeries, gynecological and orthopedic procedures and general appointments.
- Decontaminated, cleaned, assembled, packaged, sterilized, stored, and distributed reusable surgical instrumentation and equipment.
- Reduced infection risks and protected patients by maintaining sterile fields during procedures.
- Completed continuing education units, staying up to date on surgical technology and meeting organizational requirements.
- Prepared sterile solutions to support surgical processes and helped physicians scrub in for procedures.
- Sterilized instruments and equipment for specific procedures and arranged for surgeons.
- Was involved is various procedures in the field of orthopedics , sports medicine, gynecological, urology, plastics, spine, eent , and general.
Avera Surgical Hospital
Surgical Technologist
01.2010 - 02.2016
Job overview
- Prepared operating rooms with required instruments, ensuring efficient setup for various surgical cases.
- Setup operating and surgery rooms by preparing equipment and supplies for upcoming procedures.
- Minimized infection risks by strictly adhering to aseptic techniques when handling surgical supplies and equipment.
- Handled high-pressure situations calmly and efficiently, contributing to successful completion of critical surgeries.
- Evaluated procedure needs and set up equipment, tools, supplies, and instruments.
- Assisted surgeons in complex procedures for optimal patient outcomes and reduced recovery time.
- Supported smooth transitions between surgeries by promptly preparing the operating room for subsequent cases.
- Increased efficiency during surgeries by anticipating surgeon''s needs and providing timely assistance.
- Demonstrated exceptional adaptability when faced with unexpected challenges or changes during surgery, responding quickly without compromising patient safety or procedural success.
- Mentored new surgical technologists, sharing expertise and fostering their growth within the profession.
- Maintained daily workflow, coordinating with operating room staff to prepare for scheduled and emergency cases.
- Enhanced patient safety by maintaining a sterile surgical environment and adhering to strict protocols.
- Contributed to successful operations by assembling and organizing surgical equipment with precision.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities, staying current on best practices within the field of surgical technology.
- Supported surgeons during cosmetic surgeries, gynecological and orthopedic procedures and general appointments.
- Streamlined surgical processes, organizing instruments and supplies for easy accessibility during procedures.
- Assisted in complex surgical procedures, providing critical support for successful patient outcomes.
- Improved patient outcomes with precise handling and passing of surgical instruments during procedures.
- Reduced surgery times with efficient preparation of operating rooms and expedient assistance during surgeries.
- Ensured sterility of operating rooms and surgical instruments, significantly reducing risk of post-operative infections.
- Supported surgical innovation by assisting in implementation of new surgical technology and methods.
- Reduced infection risks and protected patients by maintaining sterile fields during procedures.
- Passed instruments and supplies to surgical team members to provide surgeons with necessary tools to complete procedures.
- Facilitated successful surgeries, preparing patients for surgery through washing, shaving, and disinfecting incision sites.
- Completed continuing education units, staying up to date on surgical technology and meeting organizational requirements.
- Cleaned and maintained operating equipment to keep resources in good working condition and ready for use.
- Maintained high infection control standards.
Avera McKennan Hospital & University Health Center
Surgical Technologist
12.2003 - 01.2010
Job overview
- Maintained high infection control standards.
- Prepared operating rooms with required instruments, ensuring efficient setup for various surgical cases.
- Setup operating and surgery rooms by preparing equipment and supplies for upcoming procedures.
- Minimized infection risks by strictly adhering to aseptic techniques when handling surgical supplies and equipment.
- Handled high-pressure situations calmly and efficiently, contributing to successful completion of critical surgeries.
- Assisted surgeons in complex procedures for optimal patient outcomes and reduced recovery time.
- Evaluated procedure needs and set up equipment, tools, supplies, and instruments.
- Supported smooth transitions between surgeries by promptly preparing the operating room for subsequent cases.
- Increased efficiency during surgeries by anticipating surgeon''s needs and providing timely assistance.
- Demonstrated exceptional adaptability when faced with unexpected challenges or changes during surgery, responding quickly without compromising patient safety or procedural success.
- Mentored new surgical technologists, sharing expertise and fostering their growth within the profession.
- Maintained daily workflow, coordinating with operating room staff to prepare for scheduled and emergency cases.
- Enhanced patient safety by maintaining a sterile surgical environment and adhering to strict protocols.
- Managed operating room setup by cleaning and sterilizing instruments and surfaces, maintaining supply inventories, and organizing surgical tools.
- Played a key role in reducing OR turnaround time by implementing process improvements for equipment preparation and room cleanup procedures.
- Contributed to successful operations by assembling and organizing surgical equipment with precision.
- Provided comprehensive support to surgeons specializing in sports medicine, total joint replacement, spine, and orthopedic trauma treatment.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities, staying current on best practices within the field of surgical technology.
- Delivered exemplary assistance and support to surgeons during general, gynecological, orthopedic, neurological, and plastic surgery procedures.
- Supported surgeons during cosmetic surgeries, gynecological and orthopedic procedures and general appointments.
- Received recognition for excellent performance in assisting with emergency surgeries, resulting in positive patient outcomes.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of surgical technology and techniques, ensuring best practices were applied in all procedures.
- Reduced surgery times with efficient preparation of operating rooms and expedient assistance during surgeries.
- Facilitated successful surgeries, preparing patients for surgery through washing, shaving, and disinfecting incision sites.
- Improved patient outcomes with precise handling and passing of surgical instruments during procedures.
- Increased operational efficiency, sterilizing and organizing tools according to surgical team requirements.
- Streamlined surgical processes, organizing instruments and supplies for easy accessibility during procedures.
- Assisted in complex surgical procedures, providing critical support for successful patient outcomes.
- Passed instruments and supplies to surgical team members to provide surgeons with necessary tools to complete procedures.
- Gathered and set up equipment, tools, and supplies and arrange instruments according to surgeons' preferences or instruction.
- Reduced infection risks and protected patients by maintaining sterile fields during procedures.
- Positioned patients and set up drapes to create comfortable surgical environment for patients.
- Cleaned and maintained operating equipment to keep resources in good working condition and ready for use.
- Completed continuing education units, staying up to date on surgical technology and meeting organizational requirements.
- Transported patients to and from surgeries to promote timely operating room turnover.
- Was Involved in procedures that include the specialty of ob/gyn, eent, orthopedic, sports medicine, neuro/spine, cardiac/ thoracic, pediatrics, general, robotics, transplants, organ harvest, sports medicine, urology.
Education
Southeast Technology Sioux Falls, SD
Diploma from Surgical Technology
08.2003
University Overview
Skills
- Surgical Instrument Knowledge
- Pre- and post-surgical counts
- Safe sharps disposal
- Professionalism and Ethics
- Surgical equipment operation
- Sterile technique mastery
- Biohazardous waste disposal
- Infection control protocols
- Setting up and operating equipment
- Patient positioning expertise
- OB/GYN procedures
- Workplace Safety
- Wound Dressing
- Safety protocols expertise
- Suturing
- Wound Closure Techniques
- Aseptic Techniques
- Organizational abilities
- Instrument Sterilization
- Equipment set up
- Surgical Assistance
- Patient preparation
- Basic Life Support
- Critical Thinking
- Sterile Field Preparation
- Attention to Detail
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Certified Surgical Technologist (CST)
- Flexible and Adaptable
- Restocking Inventory
- CPR/AED
- Safety Procedures
- Proper Specimen Disposal
- Surgical Technologist (CST)
- Arthroscopic joint surgery
- Wound Dressing Techniques
- Heartsaver CPR AED (CPR AED)
- Equipment Sterilization
- Equipment Operation
- Infection Control
- Patient Positioning
- Heartsaver First Aid CPR AED
- Multitasking
- Multitasking Abilities
- Reliability
- Excellent Communication
- Organizational Skills
- Active Listening
- Adaptability and Flexibility
Certification
Certified Surgical Technologist
AST member
Languages
American sign language
Limited Working
Timeline
Certified Surgical Technologist
Avera Speciality Hospital
08.2019 - Current
Certified Surgical Technologist
Sioux Falls Specialty Hospital
02.2016 - 08.2019
Surgical Technologist
Avera Surgical Hospital
01.2010 - 02.2016
Surgical Technologist
Avera McKennan Hospital & University Health Center
12.2003 - 01.2010
Southeast Technology
Diploma from Surgical Technology
Certified Surgical Technologist
AST member
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