Adept Surgical Technologist with proven expertise in sterile technique proficiency and a solid track record of enhancing patient recovery processes at Temecula Valley Hospital. Demonstrates exceptional teamwork and collaboration, significantly reducing surgery times and infection risks. Skilled in surgical instrument handling and patient preparation, contributing to successful critical surgeries and efficient operating room setups.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Surgical Technologist
Temecula Valley Hospital
Temecula, CA
06.2022 - Current
Contributed to hospital efficiency by promptly preparing operating rooms for subsequent surgeries.
Optimized patient recovery process by providing thorough pre-operative education on expectations, risks, and post-operative care instructions.
Upheld strict adherence to infection control protocols, minimizing risk of post-surgical complications for patients.
Supported successful surgeries through proficient handling of surgical instruments, supplies, and equipment during operations.
Ensured accurate patient identification and procedure verification by adhering to strict protocols, reducing potential for errors.
Reduced surgery time by efficiently setting up surgical instruments and equipment before each procedure.
Passed instruments and supplies to surgical team members to provide surgeons with necessary tools to complete procedures.
Positioned patients and set up drapes to create comfortable surgical environment for patients.
Reduced infection risks and protected patients by maintaining sterile fields during procedures.
Prepared operating rooms with required instruments, ensuring efficient setup for various surgical cases.
Minimized infection risks by strictly adhering to aseptic techniques when handling surgical supplies and equipment.
Handled high-pressure situations calmly and efficiently, contributing to successful completion of critical surgeries.
Surgical Technologist Student
Sharp Chula Vista Medical Center
San Diego, CA
05.2022 - 09.2022
Transported patients to and from surgeries to promote timely operating room turnover.
Positioned patients and set up drapes to create comfortable surgical environment for patients.
Managed operating room setup by cleaning and sterilizing instruments and surfaces, maintaining supply inventories, and organizing surgical tools.
Reduced infection risks and protected patients by maintaining sterile fields during procedures.
Gathered and set up equipment, tools, and supplies and arrange instruments according to surgeons' preferences or instruction.
Improved teamwork among the surgical team by communicating effectively and anticipating the needs of other members.
Reduced surgery time by efficiently setting up surgical instruments and equipment before each procedure.
Promoted a positive learning environment for fellow students by sharing knowledge and offering assistance when needed.
Contributed to hospital efficiency by promptly preparing operating rooms for subsequent surgeries.
Sales Associate
Frito Lay
Murrieta, CA
02.2019 - 05.2022
Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers, and promote specific merchandise.
Handled cash transactions efficiently while adhering to company cash handling policies, ensuring accuracy in all financial exchanges.
Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
Managed returns, exchanges and refunds in accordance with store policy.
Maintained calm demeanor and professionally managed issues in busy, high-stress situations.
Helped customers locate products and checked store system for merchandise at other sites.
Answered customer questions about sizing, accessories, and merchandise care.
Collaborated with team members to improve overall store performance, sharing best practices, and offering support as needed.
Enhanced team productivity by fostering a positive work environment and providing support to colleagues as needed.
Participated in team meetings and training sessions regularly for continuous professional development within the retail industry.
Generated new sales leads to achieve and exceed monthly sales goals.