Marcus Gregory Jr.
Traveling NBSTA Certified Surgical Technologist
Roanoke Rapids, NC
Currently looking for an opportunity for January 2024 Hard working, dependable surgical technician. Diligently working in my field since February 2020. Caring and supportive of staff and patients. Governed by integrity and high moral values. Interested in Travel and Contract Positions!
Authorized to work in the US for any employer
Work Experience
Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) Travel
Riverside Health System-Newport News, VA
March 2024 to Present
Collaborate with physicians to provide for the specialized needs of the surgical patient. Build trusting collaborative relationship with surgeons to ensure optimal outcomes. Anticipate supply equipment needs in advance so that arrangements can be made in a timely and cost effective manner. Demonstrate a surgical conscience by maintaining an aseptic environment during the surgical procedure and by recording breaks in technique per AORN Standards. Demonstrate consistent proficient knowledge of procedure specific utilization of instruments, equipment, and supplies. Actively support and assist the perioperative registered nurse and team in the care of the patients. Demonstrate responsibility for accurate handling/management of specimens and surgical count. Demonstrate a sense of urgency to facilitate positive customer throughout the department/facility. Address customers' needs regardless of assignment. Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) Travel
Johns Hopkins University Hospital-Bethesda, MD
September 2023 to Present
• Demonstrates advanced knowledge of anatomy and is able to anticipate the required instrumentation for each step of a surgical procedure.
• Expedites the operative procedure by anticipating the needs of the surgeon.
• Keeps the circulating nurse informed of upcoming patient care needs.
• Demonstrates collaboration with other team members in planning/giving patient care.
• Performs in preceptor role for new & experienced staff in the scrub role.
• Provides working knowledge of powered instrumentation, video equipment, microscopes, and complex instrumentation, equipment.
• Assists in the evaluation of new products and equipment. Surgical Technologist
Sentara Healthcare-Hampton, VA
February 2022 to Present
• Implements plan of care for specific patient population.
• Collaborates with multidisciplinary team members to facilitate integrated and comprehensive care in the peri-operative environment.
• Responsible for the preparation and maintenance of equipment instrumentation and supplies on the sterile field. Cleaning and replenishment of equipment and supplies in order to maintain quality patient care.
• Responsible for the handling and management of specimens and surgical counts. Surgical Technologist
HCA Healthcare-Reston, VA
June 2021 to January 2022
• General surgery including but not limited to: Orthopedics, Urology, Plastic Surgery, General Surgery, ENT, Hernia Repair
• Prepare, organize and monitor the sterile field environment under the directions of the surgeon and/ or nurse.
• Phenomenal efficiency and attention to detail
• Strong knowledge of procedures and patient safety.
• Excellent communication skills
• Critical thinker and fast to act with emergencies.
• Room turn over, Pick cases and pull instruments
Medical Surgical Technician
Proliance Surgeons-Kirkland, WA
February 2020 to April 2021
• Specializing in Orthopedics to include joints, spine and neuro
• Prepare and organize the operating room equipment, instruments and supplies as required for various surgical procedures.
• Assist physician in operating room as directed.
• Inspect equipment for safety and functionality.
• Counting supplies and inventory control
• Position patients following proper techniques
• Clean operating room and instruments.
Education
Associate in Science (AS) in Surgical Technology
Seattle Central College - Seattle, WA
September 2018 to December 2020
Skills
• Friendly, positive, caring team player
• Attention to detail
• Good listener and communicator
• Dependable and reliable
• Medical Terminology
• Orthopedic Experience
• Anatomy Knowledge
• Patient Care
• HIPAA
• Aseptic Technique
• Physiology Knowledge
• Vital Signs
• Medical Office Experience
Certifications and Licenses
BLS Certification
CPR Certification
Certified Surgical Technologist
July 2023 to July 2025
Cert# 100242920
Virginia State Board of Health CST
August 2023 to October 2024
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