Yawa Adjinda
Frederick,MD
Summary
Accomplished Surgical Technologist with a proven track record at Meritus Medical Center, adept in maintaining sterile fields and supporting surgeons with precision. Skilled in equipment setup and patient positioning, demonstrating exceptional organizational skills and a commitment to patient safety. Expertise in sterile technique proficiency and effective team collaboration ensures high-quality surgical support.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Surgical Technologist
Meritus Medical Center
Hagerstown, MD
06.2024 - Current
- Observe aseptic technique and infection control protocols at all times.
- Prepare dressings or bandages, applying or assisting with application following surgery.
- Maintain proper sterile field during surgical procedures.
- Assist surgeon by passing instruments and sterile supplies throughout operation.
- Set up equipment, tools and supplies for procedures and organize instruments as directed in surgeons' preference cards.
- Ensure all necessary equipment is available for each procedure.
Surgical Technologist/Clinical Rotation
Carroll Hospital/Inova Loudoun Hospital
Wesminster / Leesburg, MD/VA
11.2023 - 03.2024
- Provided assistance to surgeons during operations by passing instruments and other supplies.
- Ensured all necessary equipment was available for each procedure.
- Recounted surgical instruments and supplies at end of operation, eliminating chance of items left inside patient.
- Cleansed and disinfected operating rooms after procedures were completed.
- Assisted in positioning patients on operating table and covered them with sterile drapes.
Operator II
Thermofisher Scientific
Frederick, MD
05.2022 - 09.2023
- Sorted product components on work tables to maintain maximum organization and productivity.
- Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while maintaining attention to detail.
- Attached identification labels to finished packaged items or stamped lot number and shipping destination information on containers.
- Produced quality products by palletizing, packaging and assembling finished items.
- Helped achieve team goals by rotating production lines and daily duties to meet demand.
Job Coach
Community Services for Autistic Adults and Children Inc.
Montgomery Village, MD
08.2020 - 05.2022
- Assisted with resume writing, job search strategies, and goal setting.
- Used role-playing, lectures, and simulations to present information in variety of instructional techniques and formats.
- Guided clients in learning to complete job tasks to develop motivation and skills.
- Traveled to work locations to provide hands-on training, direct supervision and support to clients.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Surgical Technology
Frederick Community College
Frederick, MD05-2024
High School Diploma -
Notre Dame Des Apotres
Lome,Togo07-2013
Skills
- Passing surgical tools
- Equipment set up and operation
- Safe sharps disposal
- Patient positioning expertise
- Basic life support
- Sterile technique proficiency
Timeline
Surgical Technologist
Meritus Medical Center
06.2024 - Current
Surgical Technologist/Clinical Rotation
Carroll Hospital/Inova Loudoun Hospital
11.2023 - 03.2024
Operator II
Thermofisher Scientific
05.2022 - 09.2023
Job Coach
Community Services for Autistic Adults and Children Inc.
08.2020 - 05.2022
Associate of Applied Science - Surgical Technology
Frederick Community College
High School Diploma -
Notre Dame Des Apotres
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