Twymon Forth
Atlanta,GA
Summary
Adept at swiftly anticipating surgeon needs and enhancing operating room efficiency, I leveraged my surgical instrument knowledge and professionalism at Shriners Hospital for Children to significantly improve procedure turnaround times. My expertise in OB/GYN procedures and commitment to high ethical standards have consistently contributed to superior patient care and safety. Certified surgical professional prepared to enhance surgical team efficiency and patient safety. Proven ability to assist in complex procedures and maintain sterile environments. Known for strong teamwork and adaptability in fast-paced settings, with expertise in surgical instrumentation and sterile techniques.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
Work History
Certified Surgical Technologist
Shriners Hospital for Children
02.2024 - Current
- 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.
- Created safe operating environments for invasive and non-invasive procedures.
- Evaluated procedure needs and set up equipment, tools, supplies, and instruments.
- Delivered exemplary assistance and support to surgeons during general, gynecological, orthopedic, neurological, and plastic surgery procedures.
- Sterilized instruments and equipment for specific procedures and arranged for surgeons.
Certified Surgical Technologist
Children’s National
11.2022 - 11.2023
- Anticipated surgeons needs and handed instruments and supplies to surgeons during procedures.
- Expedited surgery room turnover times by swiftly preparing operating rooms for subsequent surgeries, maximizing efficiency within the department.
- Demonstrated adaptability when faced with emergency situations or unexpected complications during surgeries, providing prompt support to surgical teams.
- Mentored junior staff members on proper techniques and best practices within the field of surgical technology, promoting professional growth among peers.
- Ensured proper handling of specimens during surgeries, aiding in accurate diagnostic results for patients.
- Created safe operating environments for invasive and non-invasive procedures.
- Passed instruments and supplies to surgical team members to provide surgeons with necessary tools to complete procedures.
- Handled and prepared specimens for laboratory analysis to provide surgeons with relevant information.
- Reduced surgery time by effectively anticipating surgeon''s needs and providing timely assistance.
Certified Surgical Technologist
Christian Hospital NE
01.2022 - 10.2022
- Anticipated surgeons needs and handed instruments and supplies to surgeons during procedures.
- Demonstrated adaptability when faced with emergency situations or unexpected complications during surgeries, providing prompt support to surgical teams.
- Enhanced patient safety by maintaining a sterile surgical environment and adhering to strict protocols.
- Created unobstructive operative fields by using retractors, sponges, and suction and irrigating equipment.
- Promoted a culture of continuous improvement by actively participating in department meetings and offering constructive feedback on surgical processes.
- Reduced infection risks and protected patients by maintaining sterile fields during procedures.
- Selected and purchased equipment for surgical procedures.
- Setup operating and surgery rooms by preparing equipment and supplies for upcoming procedures.
- 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.
Certified Surgical Technologist
Pennsylvania Hospital
12.2020 - 12.2021
- 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.
- 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.
- Reduced surgery time by effectively anticipating surgeon''s needs and providing timely assistance.
- Gathered and set up equipment, tools, and supplies and arrange instruments according to surgeons' preferences or instruction.
- Enhanced patient safety by maintaining a sterile surgical environment and adhering to strict protocols.
- Contributed to reduced infection rates by diligently practicing proper sterilization techniques for instruments and equipment.
- Created safe operating environments for invasive and non-invasive procedures.
- Reduced infection risks and protected patients by maintaining sterile fields during procedures.
- Transported patients to and from surgeries to promote timely operating room turnover.
Certified Surgical Technologist
Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia
12.2018 - 12.2020
- 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.
- Assisted surgeons in complex procedures, ensuring efficient completion and minimized complications.
- Performed accurate instrument counts, preventing potential surgical complications due to retained items.
- Handled and prepared specimens for laboratory analysis to provide surgeons with relevant information.
- Operated, adjusted, and monitored diagnostic equipment and other machines used during procedures.
- Contributed to reduced infection rates by diligently practicing proper sterilization techniques for instruments and equipment.
- Evaluated procedure needs and set up equipment, tools, supplies, and instruments.
Certified Surgical Technologist
Jefferson Hospital and University Was Township
04.2008 - 12.2018
- Anticipated surgeons needs and handed instruments and supplies to surgeons during procedures.
- Demonstrated adaptability when faced with emergency situations or unexpected complications during surgeries, providing prompt support to surgical teams.
- Gathered and set up equipment, tools, and supplies and arrange instruments according to surgeons' preferences or instruction.
- Streamlined workflow by organizing instruments efficiently on the back table according to procedure requirements.
- Setup operating and surgery rooms by preparing equipmen
- 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 anticipatin
- Setup operating and surgery rooms by preparing equipment and supplies for upcoming procedures.
- 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.
- Contributed to reduced infection rates by diligently practicing proper sterilization techniques for instruments and equipment.
- Positioned patients and set up drapes to create comfortable surgical environment for patients.
Traveling Certified Surgical Technologist
Aya Healthcare Fox Chase Hospital
04.2006 - 04.2008
- Expedited case turnover times by effectively collaborating with housekeeping staff on room preparation tasks.
- Enhanced patient safety by vigilantly monitoring and adhering to established protocols during surgery.
- Minimized surgical complications by accurately interpreting and executing surgeon instructions during procedures.
- Contributed to surgical team efficiency by anticipating surgeon needs and promptly supplying required instruments.
Certified Surgical Technologist
Temple University Health System - Careers
01.1997 - 03.2006
- 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.
- Evaluated procedure needs and set up equipment, tools, supplies, and instruments.
Certified Surgical Technologist
St Agnes Hospital
12.1993 - 12.1996
- 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.
- Gathered and set up equipment, tools, and supplies and arrange instruments according to surgeons' preferences or instruction.
- Performed accurate instrument counts, preventing potential surgical complications due to retained items.
- Contributed to reduced infection rates by diligently practicing proper sterilization techniques for instruments and equipment.
- Used sutures, staples, clips and other tools to close wounds.
- Maintained high infection control standards.
Education
Surgical Technology Certification -
American Institute of Design
Philadelphia, PA06-1994
High School Diploma -
Scotland For Veterans Children
Philadelphia, PA06-1993
Skills
- Surgical Instrument Knowledge
- Pre- and post-surgical counts
- Safe sharps disposal
- Professionalism and Ethics
- Surgical equipment operation
- Biohazardous waste disposal
- Pre-surgical preparation
- Setting up and operating equipment
- OB/GYN procedures
- Patient positioning expertise
- Surgical counts
- Surgical Technologist (CST)
- Surgical Technologist
Timeline
Certified Surgical Technologist
Shriners Hospital for Children
02.2024 - Current
Certified Surgical Technologist
Children’s National
11.2022 - 11.2023
Certified Surgical Technologist
Christian Hospital NE
01.2022 - 10.2022
Certified Surgical Technologist
Pennsylvania Hospital
12.2020 - 12.2021
Certified Surgical Technologist
Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia
12.2018 - 12.2020
Certified Surgical Technologist
Jefferson Hospital and University Was Township
04.2008 - 12.2018
Traveling Certified Surgical Technologist
Aya Healthcare Fox Chase Hospital
04.2006 - 04.2008
Certified Surgical Technologist
Temple University Health System - Careers
01.1997 - 03.2006
Certified Surgical Technologist
St Agnes Hospital
12.1993 - 12.1996
Surgical Technology Certification -
American Institute of Design
High School Diploma -
Scotland For Veterans Children
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