Surgical Technologist Operating Room. Medical Assistant
Resume:
Surgical Technologist/Surgical Scrub Technician
Dr Marvin Goldenstein Oral Maxillofacial Surgeon, Phoenix, Az
Prepared operating rooms with appropriate instruments, supplies and
equipment needed for specific procedures.
Assisted surgeons in the operating room by preparing and passing instruments,
equipment, and supplies to them during surgery.
Maintained a sterile field environment throughout surgical procedures.
Trained and supervised new staff members on proper surgical techniques and
equipment handling.
Ensured that all necessary supplies were available at the beginning of each shift
or procedure.
Performed counts of instruments, sharps and sponges with circulating nurse.
Displayed knowledge of aseptic technique while setting up sterile fields for each
procedure.
Demonstrated proficiency in scrubbing for various types of surgeries.
Stocked the OR suite with necessary supplies and medications required for each
case.
Set up instruments for use during surgical procedures.
Ensured that all surgical tools were properly cleaned after every procedure.
Inspected all medical instruments prior to use ensuring they are safe for
sterilization and operation.
Assessed patient safety protocols before performing any procedure or task
within the OR suite environment.
Assisted with wound care, dressing changes, and patient transfers.
Labeled medications to comply with departmental policies and procedures.
Monitored and recorded vital signs of patients during surgery.
Monitored vital signs of patients undergoing surgery.
Prepared patients for surgery, including positioning patients on operating table
and covering them with sterile surgical drapes to prevent exposure.
Collaborated with other healthcare professionals in order to provide excellent
patient care before, during, and after surgeries.
Maintained files and records of surgical procedures.
Prepared, cared for, and disposed of tissue specimens taken for laboratory
analysis.
EDUCATION
May 1988
EMT in Emergency Medical Technician
Scottsdale Community College, Scottsdale, AZ
May 1994
Certification in Surgical/Medical/Dental Technology
Phoenix College, Phoenix, AZ
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