Zuleima Nales Guadarrama
Dorado,PR
Summary
Experienced Surgical Technologist with a decade of expertise in supporting diverse surgical procedures, including
plastic and orthopedic surgeries. Proven leadership skills in managing surgical teams and optimizing workflows.
Proficient in medical billing and coding, with a solid educational background in Clinical Psychology and Surgical
Technology. Bilingual in English and Spanish, enhancing patient care and communication.
Overview
5
5
years of post-secondary education
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Surgical Technologist
St Mary’s General Hospital
Passaic, New Jersey
11.2025 - Current
- Monitored and maintained sterile field throughout surgeries, preventing contamination and ensuring patient safety.
- Prepared instruments and sterile supplies to assist surgeons during procedures, ensuring readiness for each surgical step.
- Collaborated with nursing staff to enhance patient safety and comfort during surgical procedures.
Surgical Technologist
Boston Children's Hospital
, Massachusetts
02.2025 - 07.2025
- Monitored and maintained sterile field throughout surgeries to ensure patient safety.Prepared instruments and sterile supplies, ensuring readiness for each surgical step.Collaborated with nursing staff to improve patient safety and comfort during surgeries.
Solar Consultant
Power solar
, Puerto Rico
01.2024 - 12.2024
- Conducted site assessments to determine optimal solar panel placement.
- Prepared detailed proposals outlining system specifications and financial incentives.
- Educated clients on solar energy benefits and installation processes.
- Engaged with customers to understand their needs
- Guided families in transitioning from grid to solar energy solutions.
Surgical Technologist 3
Tufts Medical Center
Boston, MA
09.2022 - 12.2022
- Led team in Plastics and ENT department, managing daily operations to optimize workflow and service delivery.
- Developed and implemented structured procedures for surgeries, ensuring compliance and efficiency during operations.
- Delivered operational system support, facilitating improved coordination and communication among team members and clients.
Certified Surgical Technologist (CST)
Lafayette Surgery Center
Lafayette, CO
11.2020 - 06.2021
- Functioned as a scrub tech for various surgical specialties, including plastic surgery, orthopedic, OBGYN, urology, and general surgery.
- Developed preference cards for physicians, enhancing surgical preparation and efficiency.
- Organized sterile room supply and mentored new surgical techs, improving team integration and operational readiness.
- Developed direct reports, fostering opportunities for professional growth and continuous development.
Surgical Assistant
Boulder Valley Plastic Surgey
Boulder, CO
03.2017 - 02.2019
- Performed surgical assistant, insurance specialist, and office manager duties to deliver effective patient care and administrative support.
- Assisted with suturing, suture removal, and bandage changes during post-op visits, facilitating recovery for patients after breast augmentations, liposuctions, abdominoplasty, facelifts, and other surgeries.
- Implemented standards for sterilizing and packed surgery instrumentation.
- Coordinated patient consultations with Spanish-speaking clients to enhance communication.
- Established and updated translated forms for patients' pre- and post-surgery visits.
- Managed submission of insurance claims, tracked statuses, and communicated updates to patients, ensuring clarity and support throughout the reimbursement process.
- Provided technical, educational, and operational system support to team members and clients.
- Collaborated with relevant departments in the development and preparation of forecasts, enabling strategic planning.
Surgical Technologist
University of Colorado Hospital
Denver, CO
11.2016 - 02.2019
- Assisted surgical teams in orthopedic, ENT, plastic, and eye surgeries, ensuring efficient and safe procedures.
- Led the development of methods to assist during Plastic and ENT surgery.
- Provided technical and educational support to team members and patients, facilitating effective use of operational systems.
- Interviewed candidates for the OR Manager position.
Surgical Technologist
Children's Hospital Colorado
Broomfield, CO
12.2016 - 04.2017
- Supported ENT surgeries by maintaining sterile field to promote patient safety
- Facilitated orthopedic procedures by organizing instruments to streamline surgical workflow
- Facilitated urology procedures to optimize patient outcomes
- Prepared instruments and supplies for pediatric surgeries to ensure smooth operations
Administrative Assistant
Sacred Heart University
San Juan, PR
10.2014 - 10.2015
- Provided administrative support for StemMed, including payroll and staff schedule.
- Supported StemMed operations by managing payroll and staff scheduling.
- Coordinated TEDx Talk and student organization activities to facilitate engagement and collaboration.
- Organized university community events and activities to enhance student involvement and connection.
- Provided tutoring support for students in STEM subjects at Stem Med.
Surgical Technologist
Medical Center of Puerto Rico
San Juan, PR
10.2013 - 10.2014
- Assisted surgeons during procedures by preparing surgical instruments and supplies.
- Maintained sterile environment by following infection control protocols and procedures.
- Collaborated with nurses to ensure efficient patient care before, during, and after surgery.
- Assisted surgical teams at Medical Center of Puerto Rico, ensuring efficient operations and patient safety.
- Supported various specialties in trauma situations at Pediatric Hospital Center.
Education
Bachelor's degree -
Clinical Psychology
Fort Collins, CO 01.2020 - 05.2023
Associate's degree -
Surgical Technology
San Juan, PR 08.2007 - 05.2009
Skills
- Instrument sterilization techniques
- Surgical workflow optimization
- Bilingual patient communication
- Team leadership
- Medical billing and coding
Personal Information
- Willing To Relocate: Anywhere
- Authorized To Work: US for any employer
Timeline
Surgical Technologist
St Mary’s General Hospital
11.2025 - Current
Surgical Technologist
Boston Children's Hospital
02.2025 - 07.2025
Solar Consultant
Power solar
01.2024 - 12.2024
Surgical Technologist 3
Tufts Medical Center
09.2022 - 12.2022
Certified Surgical Technologist (CST)
Lafayette Surgery Center
11.2020 - 06.2021
Bachelor's degree -
Clinical Psychology
01.2020 - 05.2023
Surgical Assistant
Boulder Valley Plastic Surgey
03.2017 - 02.2019
Surgical Technologist
Children's Hospital Colorado
12.2016 - 04.2017
Surgical Technologist
University of Colorado Hospital
11.2016 - 02.2019
Administrative Assistant
Sacred Heart University
10.2014 - 10.2015
Surgical Technologist
Medical Center of Puerto Rico
10.2013 - 10.2014
Associate's degree -
Surgical Technology
08.2007 - 05.2009