Wyona Williams
Saint Petersburg,FL
Summary
Dynamic Certified Surgical Technologist with over 20 years of experience. Proven ability to assist in complex surgical procedures while enhancing patient safety through effective communication and critical thinking. Adept at fast pace settings, anticipating surgeon needs, optimizing workflow, and fostering teamwork to achieve successful surgical outcomes.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified Surgical Technologist II
Select Physicians Surgery Center
07.2020 - 01.2026
- Evaluated procedure needs and set up equipment, tools, supplies, and instruments.
- Enhanced patient safety by maintaining a sterile surgical environment and adhering to strict protocols.
- Anticipated surgeons needs and handed instruments and supplies to surgeons during ENT (cochlear, tympanoplasty), Inspire, facial cosmetic, spine, pain management (SI joint), Orthopedic(Total Hip/Shoulder), Arthroscopic and hand surgical procedures.
- Collaborated closely with interdisciplinary teams for optimal patient care throughout the entire perioperative process.
- Reduced surgery time by effectively anticipating surgeon''s needs and providing timely assistance.
- Optimized inventory management processes by routinely assessing supplies levels and promptly ordering necessary items for successful surgeries.
- Supported colleagues by serving as a resource on surgical technology best practices, fostering a collaborative work environment.
Certified Surgical Technologist II
John Hopkins All Children's Hospital
01.2011 - 03.2020
- Setup operating and surgery rooms by preparing equipment and supplies for upcoming procedures.
- Created safe operating environments for invasive and non-invasive procedures.
- Delivered exemplary assistance and support to surgeons during general, ophthalmology, gynecological, orthopedic, neurological, plastic, ENT and ECMO surgical procedures.
- Provided surgical support to surgeons specializing in sports medicine, total joint replacement, spine, and orthopedic and Neuro trauma and Bone Marrow Harvesting treatment.
- Mentored junior staff members on proper techniques and best practices within the field of surgical technology, promoting professional growth among peers.
- Supported colleagues by serving as a resource on surgical technology best practices, fostering a collaborative work environment.
CVOR Surgical Technologist II
Tampa General
09.2010 - 11.2011
- Facilitated communication between surgical team members during procedures to ensure seamless coordination and optimal patient care.
- Anticipated usual and unexpected events during surgical procedure and responded appropriately.
- Delivered exemplary assistance and support to surgeons during Heart, lung & liver transplants, On/Off pump Cabg, valve repair, Cardiovascular and Main OR surgical procedures.
- Maintained daily workflow, coordinating with operating room staff to prepare for scheduled and emergency cases.
- Contributed to the overall success of the surgical team by consistently adhering to established protocols, guidelines, and best practices within the CVOR setting.
CVOR Surgical Technologist
Lee Health System
04.2008 - 09.2010
- Gathered and set up equipment, tools, and supplies and arrange instruments according to surgeons' preferences or instruction.
- Passed instruments and supplies to surgical team members to provide surgeons with necessary tools to complete procedures.
- Contributed to team-based problem-solving to resolve issues that arose during surgery and improve patient outcomes.
- Collaborated with nursing staff to ensure proper post-operative care for patients, fostering positive outcomes.
Surgical Technologist CVOR/Main OR
Cape Fear Valley Health Systems
10.1998 - 10.2004
- Collaborated effectively with multidisciplinary teams to optimize patient care before, during, and after surgery.
- Assisted in complex surgical procedures, providing critical support for successful patient outcomes.
- Maintained daily workflow, coordinating with operating room staff to prepare for scheduled and emergency cases.
- Delivered exemplary assistance and support to surgeons during CVOR, general, gynecological, orthopedic, neurological, ENT, vascular and plastic surgery procedures.
Education
Surgical Technology Diploma - Surgical Technology
Fayetteville Technical Community College
Fayetteville, North Carolina, NC07-1998
Skills
- Knowledge of anatomical terminology
- Extensive surgical support experience
- 20 years in surgical environments as CST
- Aseptic Technique
- Professionalism and ethics
- Pediatric CST (8 years)
- Efficient in complex ear, Inspire, Ortho, Spine and Neuro cases
Certification
- CST - Certified Surgical Technologist
- BLS
Timeline
Certified Surgical Technologist II
Select Physicians Surgery Center
07.2020 - 01.2026
Certified Surgical Technologist II
John Hopkins All Children's Hospital
01.2011 - 03.2020
CVOR Surgical Technologist II
Tampa General
09.2010 - 11.2011
CVOR Surgical Technologist
Lee Health System
04.2008 - 09.2010
Surgical Technologist CVOR/Main OR
Cape Fear Valley Health Systems
10.1998 - 10.2004
Surgical Technology Diploma - Surgical Technology
Fayetteville Technical Community College