Wayne Thomas Jr
Indianapolis,IN
Summary
Motivated CST and adept at handling instruments, supplies and equipment for non-invasive to minimally invasive procedures. Well versed in all operating room activities with a commitment to upholding the highest standard of sterile technique during procedures. Looking to being a part of a growing organization.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
CST/CSFA
Johnson Memorial Health
Franklin , IN
07.2023 - Current
- Certified Surgical Technologist
- Prepared operating room for surgical procedures, including setting up sterile field.
- Assisted surgeons during operative procedures by anticipating their needs and passing instruments.
- Maintained aseptic technique throughout the procedure.
- Ensured that all equipment was functioning properly prior to use in the operating room.
- Performed instrument counts before, during, and after surgeries as required by hospital policy.
CST/CSFA
Hendricks Regional Health Hospital
Greenfield, IN
06.2020 - 07.2022
- Understood and followed oral and written directions.
- Maintained updated knowledge through continuing education and advanced training.
- Observed universal precautions at all times while performing job duties.
- Demonstrated knowledge of anatomy and physiology principles when assisting with various surgical techniques and procedures.
- Used retractors, sponges and suctioning and irrigating equipment to create unobstructed operating fields.
- Assisted surgeons in variety of minor and major surgical procedures.
- Created and maintained sterile operating fields to minimize infection risks.
IU Bloomington
IU Bloomington
Bloomington, IN
03.2018 - 02.2022
- Helped maintain an organized working environment in the OR through cleaning, stocking supplies, and organizing equipment carts.
- Set up trays with necessary surgical instruments according to established protocols.
- Assisted with scrubbing in for each case as needed.
- Performed various duties such as applying dressings to incisions sites postoperatively.
- Retrieved specimens from the OR for laboratory analysis.
Certified Surgical First Assistant
Community North Hospital
Indianapolis, IN
06.2011 - 10.2017
- Ensured proper positioning of patient on operating table.
- Performed scrub duties including gowning, gloving and sterilization of instruments.
- Protected unobstructed views for surgical staff with use of retractors, sponges and suctioning equipment.
- Controlled bleeding during surgical procedures by clamping and ligating blood vessels.
- Organized instruments and supplies to optimize surgical team efficiency.
- Dressed wounds with antiseptic compounds and sterile coverings to protect surgical sites and promote healing.
Certified Surgical Technologist
IU North Hospital
Carmel, IN
06.2006 - 06.2012
- Monitored patients' physical condition during surgery and reported any changes to the surgeon or circulating nurse.
- Identified potential problems before they occurred by closely observing the sterile field and personnel involved in the procedure.
- Performed instrument counts before, during, and after surgeries as required by hospital policy.
- Helped maintain an organized working environment in the OR through cleaning, stocking supplies, and organizing equipment carts.
- Set up trays with necessary surgical instruments according to established protocols.
- Assisted with scrubbing in for each case as needed.
- Retrieved specimens from the OR for laboratory analysis.
Education
Certified Surgical First Assistant - Surgical Assisting
National Board of Surgical Assisting
Littleton, CO08-2012
Certificate - Surgical Technology
IU School of Health
Indianapolis, IN09-2004
Skills
- Analytical Thinking
- Conflict Resolution
- Verbal Communication
- Interpersonal Communication
- Cultural Awareness
- Friendly, Positive Attitude
- Training & Development
Certification
- Certified Surgical Tech
- Certified First Assist
- BLS
Timeline
CST/CSFA
Johnson Memorial Health
07.2023 - Current
CST/CSFA
Hendricks Regional Health Hospital
06.2020 - 07.2022
IU Bloomington
IU Bloomington
03.2018 - 02.2022
Certified Surgical First Assistant
Community North Hospital
06.2011 - 10.2017
Certified Surgical Technologist
IU North Hospital
06.2006 - 06.2012
Certified Surgical First Assistant - Surgical Assisting
National Board of Surgical Assisting
Certificate - Surgical Technology
IU School of Health
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