Xavier Albright
Hermosa Beach,CA
Summary
Driven Certified Surgical Technologist offering 30 years' experience in ambulatory and hospital settings. Well-versed in sports medicine, total joint replacement, general surgery and plastic surgery procedures. Proven leader and instrumental in educating staff on new policies, procedures and equipment. Eager to take next career step with growing organization offering opportunities for professional development and advancement.
Meticulous CST bringing practiced experience assisting with diverse operating room functions. Anticipates and addresses surgeon's needs from operating room setup and sterilization to draping patient and passing instruments during surgery. Models medical teamwork and physical stamina.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified Surgical Technologist
Providence St John's Health Center
08.2020 - 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.
- Assisted surgeons in complex procedures, ensuring efficient completion and minimized complications.
- Enhanced patient safety by maintaining a sterile surgical environment and adhering to strict protocols.
- Performed accurate instrument counts, preventing potential surgical complications due to retained items.
- Delivered exemplary assistance and support to surgeons during general, gynecological, orthopedic, neurological, and plastic surgery procedures.
Certified Surgical Technologist
AMN Healthcare
04.2017 - 08.2020
- 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.
- Demonstrated adaptability when faced with emergency situations or unexpected complications during surgeries, providing prompt support to surgical teams.
- Streamlined workflow by organizing instruments efficiently on the back table according to procedure requirements.
- Performed accurate instrument counts, preventing potential surgical complications due to retained items.
- Assisted surgeons in complex procedures, ensuring efficient completion and minimized complications.
Certified Surgical Technologist
Prince George's Hospital Center
03.2010 - 04.2017
- 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.
- Enhanced patient safety by maintaining a sterile surgical environment and adhering to strict protocols.
- Gathered and set up equipment, tools, and supplies and arrange instruments according to surgeons' preferences or instruction.
- Ensured proper handling of specimens during surgeries, aiding in accurate diagnostic results for patients.
- Performed accurate instrument counts, preventing potential surgical complications due to retained items.
- Introduced new staff members to training protocols regarding operating room procedures, infection control, safety standards, and overall facility policies.
- Improved team communication through active participation in pre-and post-operative discussions, resulting in better patient outcomes.
Certified Surgical Technologist
Onward Healthcare Agency
05.2006 - 04.2010
- 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.
- Assisted surgeons in complex procedures, ensuring efficient completion and minimized complications.
- Enhanced patient safety by maintaining a sterile surgical environment and adhering to strict protocols.
- 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.
Certified Surgical Technologist
MedStar Harbor Hospital
01.2001 - 05.2006
- 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.
- Assisted surgeons in complex procedures, ensuring efficient completion and minimized complications.
- 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.
- Created safe operating environments for invasive and non-invasive procedures.
- Introduced new staff members to training protocols regarding operating room procedures, infection control, safety standards, and overall facility policies.
Certified Surgical Technologist
Sinai Hospital Of Baltimore
02.1999 - 01.2001
- 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.
- Assisted surgeons in complex procedures, ensuring efficient completion and minimized complications.
- Enhanced patient safety by maintaining a sterile surgical environment and adhering to strict protocols.
- Delivered exemplary assistance and support to surgeons during general, gynecological, orthopedic, neurological, and plastic surgery procedures.
Certified Surgical Technologist
Bon Secours Hospital
03.1995 - 07.2000
- 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.
- Assisted surgeons in complex procedures, ensuring efficient completion and minimized complications.
- Enhanced patient safety by maintaining a sterile surgical environment and adhering to strict protocols.
- Gathered and set up equipment, tools, and supplies and arrange instruments according to surgeons' preferences or instruction.
- Mentored junior staff members on proper techniques and best practices within the field of surgical technology, promoting professional growth among peers.
Operating Room Specialist
US Army
07.1993 - 07.1999
- Improved patient safety by ensuring proper surgical equipment and instrument sterilization techniques were followed.
- Enhanced patient care with thorough preoperative assessments and communication with the surgical team.
- Increased team efficiency by providing timely assistance to anesthesia providers during induction and emergence phases of surgery.
- Contributed to positive surgical outcomes by maintaining a clean and organized operating room environment.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
- Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
- Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
- Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently.
Education
Operating Room Specialist -
US Academy of Health And Sciences
Ft. Sam Houston, Texas02.1994
High School Diploma -
Baltimore City College
Baltimore, MD05.1993
Skills
- Surgical Instrument Knowledge
- Pre- and post-surgical counts
- Safe sharps disposal
- Professionalism and Ethics
- Surgical equipment operation
- Pre-surgical preparation
- Sterile technique mastery
- Biohazardous waste disposal
- Infection control protocols
- Setting up and operating equipment
- Patient confidentiality
- OB/GYN procedures
- Specimen Collection
- Transporting patients
- Workplace Safety
- Wound Dressing
- Safety protocols expertise
- Preoperative preparation
- Aseptic Techniques
- Organizational abilities
- Instrument Sterilization
- Equipment set up
- Surgical Assistance
- Basic Life Support
- Critical Thinking
- Sterile Field Preparation
- Attention to Detail
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Certified Surgical Technologist (CST)
- Flexible and Adaptable
- Arthroscopic joint surgery
Certification
- CST - Certified Surgical Technologist
Timeline
Certified Surgical Technologist
Providence St John's Health Center
08.2020 - Current
Certified Surgical Technologist
AMN Healthcare
04.2017 - 08.2020
Certified Surgical Technologist
Prince George's Hospital Center
03.2010 - 04.2017
Certified Surgical Technologist
Onward Healthcare Agency
05.2006 - 04.2010
Certified Surgical Technologist
MedStar Harbor Hospital
01.2001 - 05.2006
Certified Surgical Technologist
Sinai Hospital Of Baltimore
02.1999 - 01.2001
Certified Surgical Technologist
Bon Secours Hospital
03.1995 - 07.2000
Operating Room Specialist
US Army
07.1993 - 07.1999
Operating Room Specialist -
US Academy of Health And Sciences
High School Diploma -
Baltimore City College
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