Wendy Ruzbacki
Buffalo,NY
Summary
Driven Surgical Technologist offering 12 years' experience in hospital setting.. Well-versed in thoracic, head and neck, general surgery, neurology, robotic, breast and plastic surgery procedures. Proven leader and educating new staff on policies, procedures and equipment. Eager to take next career step with growing organization offering opportunities for professional development and advancement.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Certified Surgical Technologist
Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center
01.2010 - 08.2022
- Anticipated surgeons needs and handed instruments and supplies to surgeons during procedures.
- Gathered and set up equipment, tools and supplies and arrange instruments according to surgeons' preferences or instruction.
- Created safe operating environments for invasive and non-invasive procedures.
- Collected and prepared medical specimens.
- Performed and documented pre-surgery and post-surgery sponge, instrument, and needle count.
- Setup operating and surgery rooms by preparing equipment and supplies for upcoming procedures.
- Maintained high infection control standards.
- Evaluated procedure needs and set up equipment, tools, supplies and instruments.
- Introduced new staff members to training protocols regarding operating room procedures, infection control, safety standards and overall facility policies.
- Delivered exemplary assistance and support to surgeons during general, gynecological, thoracic, head and neck, neurological and plastic surgery procedures.
Receptionist
Sortie Creations Countertops
09.2006 - 01.2009
- Greeted incoming visitors and customers professionally and provided friendly, knowledgeable assistance.
- Kept reception area clean and neat to give visitors positive first impression.
- Responded to inquiries from callers seeking information.
Advanced Emergency Medical Technician
Rural/Metro Ambulance
04.1993 - 09.2002
- Maintained levelheadedness and efficiency in high-pressure situations, effectively prioritizing tasks to save lives and provide medical care.
- Developed and maintained rapport with coworkers and local hospital staff to facilitate efficient patient care.
- Communicated with patients about pain, comfort and needs during transportation and preliminary medical care.
- Evaluated patient vital signs and status to determine care needs using pulse oximeters and electronic vital sign machines.
- Conducted equipment and vehicle checks to maintain continuous and safe operation.
- Restocked ambulance with proper equipment such as vents, ET tubes, medication and IV pump tubing to maintain optimum inventory.
- Trained EMTs in basic life support skills, oxygen therapy, and wound care.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Surgical Technology
Niagara County Community College
Sanborn, NY05.2009
Skills
- Safe Needle Disposal
- Pre- and Post-Surgical Counts
- Passing Surgical Tools
- Preparing for Surgeries
- Operating Room Procedures
- Collecting Medical Specimens
- Pre-Surgical Preparation
- Setting Up Equipment
- Assisting Surgical Team
- Aseptic and Sterilization Techniques
- Sterile Field Preparation
- Instrumentation Specification
- Patient Draping
Timeline
Certified Surgical Technologist
Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center
01.2010 - 08.2022
Receptionist
Sortie Creations Countertops
09.2006 - 01.2009
Advanced Emergency Medical Technician
Rural/Metro Ambulance
04.1993 - 09.2002
Associate of Applied Science - Surgical Technology
Niagara County Community College
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