Whitney Huggins
Tifton,GA
Summary
Experienced Surgical Technologist with a proven ability to implement effective inventory management and streamline surgical workflows. Known for maintaining sterile environments and collaborating seamlessly with surgical teams to ensure patient safety and comfort.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Surgical Technologist
Dorminy Medical Center
Fitzgerald, GA
04.2022 - 04.2026
- Assisted in preparing surgical instruments and sterile supplies for various procedures.
- Monitored and maintained sterile environments during surgeries, ensuring compliance with safety protocols.
- Collaborated with surgical teams to ensure seamless workflow throughout operations.
- Implemented efficient inventory management practices for surgical supplies and equipment.
- Prepared operating rooms with required instruments, ensuring efficient setup for various surgical cases.
Surgical Technologist
Phoebe Putney Memorial
Albany, GA
03.2021 - 04.2022
- Assisted in surgical procedures by preparing and maintaining sterile environments.
- Managed surgical instruments and supplies, optimizing workflow efficiency within the operating room.
- Demonstrated strong adaptability by effectively transitioning between various roles within the Labor and Delivery department when needed.
- Assisted in resolving complications during childbirth, such as shoulder dystocia or fetal distress, through quick thinking and effective teamwork.
- Streamlined workflow efficiency within the operating room team, resulting in shorter surgery times without compromising patient safety.
Labor and Delivery Surgical Technologist
Tift Regional Medical Center
Tifton, GA
06.2019 - 03.2022
- Collaborated with healthcare team to ensure patient safety and comfort during labor and delivery.
- Monitored and documented vital signs, adapting to changes in patient condition promptly.
- Educated patients and families on preoperative and postoperative care protocols.
- Trained new staff on standard operating procedures, enhancing team performance and compliance.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to provide quality care during high-risk labor and delivery cases.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Surgical Techonology
Southern Regional Technical College
Tifton, GA08-2019
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education
Valdosta State University
Valdosta, GA12-2007
Associate of Science - Early Childhood Education
Abraham Baldwin Agricultural College
Tifton, GA05-2005
Skills
- Aseptic techniques
- Critical thinking
- Sterile technique proficiency
- Setting up and operating equipment
- Pre- and post-surgical counts
- Infection control protocols
- Basic life support
Timeline
Surgical Technologist
Dorminy Medical Center
04.2022 - 04.2026
Surgical Technologist
Phoebe Putney Memorial
03.2021 - 04.2022
Labor and Delivery Surgical Technologist
Tift Regional Medical Center
06.2019 - 03.2022
Bachelor of Science - Surgical Techonology
Southern Regional Technical College
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education
Valdosta State University
Associate of Science - Early Childhood Education
Abraham Baldwin Agricultural College