Jennifer Bird

ad1kh1@r.postjobfree.com 661-***-****

Fort Mohave, AZ 86426

SUMMARY

Versatile Surgical Technologist bringing over 15 years' experience to growing health care facility. Highly proficient in various surgical procedures with success in contributing to the achievement of high patient outcome targets. Skilled in all elements of operating room setup, including inventory management, aseptic techniques and preparing patients for procedures. Enthusiastic to join a rewarding organization focused on supporting growth and career progression. SKILLS

Equipment set up and operation

Preparing for surgeries

Aseptic and sterilization techniques

Surgical counts

Laparosopic procedures familiarity

Staff training and development

Vendor relationship management

Inventory management skills

Basic clerical knowledge

Time management

Excellent multi-tasker

Organized

Reliable and dependable

Dedicated team player

EXPERIENCE

Surgical Tech/Senior Purchaser

Antelope Valley Surgery Center Lancaster, CA Aug 2016-Current Collaborated with management to assess materials needs and look for improved options to better meet changing demands.

Sought out and evaluated vendors, negotiated prices and completed contracts. Scrubbed for a variety of Surgical Procedures

Worked in Sterile Processing washing and assembling instrument trays Handed instruments and supplies to surgeons during procedures. Used diagnostic equipment and monitored patients during procedures using specialized machines.

Counted and recorded sponges, instruments, and needles at beginning and end of surgical procedures.

Organized instruments and supplies to optimize surgical team efficiency. Surgical Technologist

Antelope Valley Outpatient Surgery Center Lancaster, CA Aug 2014-Aug 2016 Trained staff members on operating room procedures, infection control and over safety and functionality procedures.

Prepared day surgery and operating rooms for patients by ordering and stocking equipment and supplies.

Maintained reusable surgical instrumentation and equipment, including decontamination, cleaning, sterilizing, storing and distributing.

Set up equipment, tools and supplies needed for procedures and organize instruments as directed in surgeons' preference cards.

Surgical Technologist

Palmdale Regional Medical Center Palmdale, CA Jan 2007-Aug 2014 Collaborated with operating room staff to cultivate efficiency and prepare for scheduled and emergency procedures.

Organized equipment and instruments in alignment with surgical protocols and surgeon preferences.

Counted and recorded sponges, instruments, and needles at beginning and end of surgical procedures.

Reviewed surgical requirements and prepped operating room with appropriate tools, equipment and instruments.

Maintained reusable surgical instrumentation and equipment, including decontamination, cleaning, sterilizing, storing and distributing.

Laid out all instruments, supplies and tools as directed by surgeons. Handed instruments and supplies to surgeons during procedures. Was chosen to be part of the Bariatric Team for 3 years and assisted the surgeon by holding the camera during either a Roux-en-y, Gastric Sleeve, or a Lap Band procedures and assisting with holding tissue during the procedures.

EDUCATION AND TRAINING

Certificate of Completion: Surgical Technology

Concorde Career College North Hollywood, Ca May 2004 REFERENCES

Dr. Min Park Orthopedic Surgeon 213-***-****

Dr. Parmis Pebdani Chief of Head and Neck Surgery 215-***-**** Justina Geeter 661-***-****

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