THOMAS ERWIN

ad4jlp@r.postjobfree.com

817-***-****

Ft Garland, CO 81133

PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY

Driven Surgical Technologist offering 32 years experience in ambulatory, hospital, and clinical settings. Well-versed in sports medicine, total joint replacement, general surgery and plastic surgery procedures. Proven leader and instrumental in developing new total joint replacement programs and educating staff on new policies, procedures and equipment. Eager to take next career step with growing organization offering opportunities for professional development and advancement. Managed orthopedic surgery and clinical environments. Offering 7 years background in military to growing clinic and hospital. Well versed in sterile and aseptic techniques, a wide range of surgical procedures and implementation tools and technologies. Adept in mentoring team members to achieve patient outcome goals. Offering excellent communication and good judgment. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.

SKILLS

Physical Examinations

Surgical Equipment

Complex Cases

Aseptic and Sterilization Techniques

Efficiency Improvement

Community Health

Safety Protocols Expertise

Preventive Healthcare

HIPAA Proficiency

Assessing Vital Signs

Manage of staff/physicians

Wound Dressing Techniques

Dressing Changes

Office Operations

Accurate Documentation

Patient Confidentiality

Assisting Surgical Team

Patient Medical Histories

Quality Control Standards

Medical Records Management

Trauma Care

Preparing for needs of clinic

Clerical Support

Taking patients Vitals

WORK HISTORY

Surgical Technologist Ut Southwestern Medical Center - Dallas, TX

04/2005 – 08/2022, Full Time 40 – 70 hours per week, $65/hr

Setup operating and surgery rooms by preparing equipment and supplies for upcoming procedures.

Maintained high infection control standards.

Evaluated procedure needs and set up equipment, tools, supplies and instruments.

Delivered exemplary assistance and support to surgeons during Plastic Surgery, General, Gynecological and Orthopedic procedures.

Created and maintained unobstructed operative fields using diverse range of tools.

Introduced new staff members to training protocols regarding operating room procedures, infection control, safety standards and overall facility policies.

Worked with vendors for speedy procurement of services and equipment.

Liaised between plastic surgery department and operating room teams for 17 years to assure availability of requisite instruments and equipment.

Surgical Technologist Little Rock Veterans Hospital - Little Rock, AR

05/2001 - 04/2005, GS-9, Full Time 40 – 60 hrs per week

Setup operating and surgery rooms by preparing equipment and supplies for upcoming procedures.

Maintained high infection control standards.

Evaluated procedure needs and set up equipment, tools, supplies and instruments.

Delivered exemplary assistance and support to surgeons during general, gynecological, orthopedic, ENT and plastic surgery procedures.

Completed 100 total joint replacement procedures.

Introduced new staff members to training protocols regarding operating room procedures, infection control, safety standards and overall facility policies.

Operated, adjusted and monitored diagnostic equipment and other machines used during procedures.

Supported surgeons during cosmetic surgeries, gynecological and orthopedic procedures and general appointments.

Provided comprehensive support to surgeons specializing in sports medicine, total joint replacement, and orthopedic trauma treatment.

Coordinated acquisition of surgical services and specialized equipment.

Worked with vendors for speedy procurement of services and equipment

Supported surgeons during cosmetic surgeries, gynecological and orthopedic procedures and general appointments

Surgical Technologist Children’s Hospital - Memphis, TN

06/1997 - 05/2001, $20/hr, Full time 40 – 70 hrs per week

Setup operating and surgery rooms by preparing equipment and supplies for upcoming procedures.

Maintained high infection control standards.

Evaluated procedure needs and set up equipment, tools, supplies and instruments.

Delivered exemplary assistance and support to surgeons during general, gynecological, orthopedic, neurological and plastic surgery procedures.

Orthopedic Clinical Manager United States Air Force - Shreveport, LA 02/1990 - 04/1997, E-5, Full Time 40 – 70 hrs per week

Oversaw the well functioning of the clinic, including 5 Physicians and 7 Airmen. Financing, policymaking, performance reviews and patient care.

Worked diligently to ensure the needs of the clinic as well as it physicians and other medical staff.

Led the day to day operation and coordination of patient services.

Assured the patient centered care was provided.

Take inventory and order necessary supplies and equipment.

Introduced new staff members to training protocols regarding operating room procedures, infection control, safety standards and overall facility policies.

Directed and organized external and internal communications between clinic and operating room.

Operated, adjusted, monitored diagnostic equipment and other machines used during procedures.

EDUCATION

United States Air Force - Sheppard AFB 02/1990

Surgical Technician

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