Wendy Brighton

Brighton, MI 720-***-**** advc0u@r.postjobfree.com

Detail-oriented Certified Surgical Technologist with 15+ years of experience assisting surgeons during surgical procedures. Proficient at preparing and organizing the operating room, cleaning and sterilizing equipment, and maintaining a sterile environment. Excel at providing comfort and support for pre-operative patients by demonstrating sensitivity to patient care and confidentiality. Professional Experience

Michigan Cosmetic Surgery/Southfield, MI

Certified Surgical Technologist/April 2022-December 2022

● Perform Mommy Make-Overs, Rhinoplasty, Augmentations, Abdominoplasty/Body Sculpting

● Clean the Operating Room after procedures following the guidelines of the surgery center.

● Test all equipment before bringing the patient back to OR.

● Stock and pull cases for the next day before leaving for the day. Dr. Rick Smith Lansing, MI

Certified Surgical Technologist October 2018 - Present

● Perform Mommy Make-overs, Rhinoplasty, Augmentations, Abdominoplasty, and Liposuction by maintaining outstanding knowledge of aseptic technique, minimizing the risk of contamination

● Stock adequate supplies needed for surgery, reducing the average operation wait time by 30 minutes

● Sterilize medical instruments following hospital policies and regulations to decrease pathogenic load

● Ensure detailed cleaning of operating following each case, minimizing patient and healthcare workers’ exposure to potentially infectious microorganisms

● Serve a key role in establishing a new surgical center in Lansing, MI, supporting all aspects of operations to initiate growth

● Secure pre and post op photos and remove sutures while responding efficiently to a high-volume of calls

● Execute comprehensive assessment of the surgical suite and provide real-time feedback as directed to enhance continuous improvsement, increasing safety and efficiency by 20% IVF Michigan Bloomfield Hills, MI

Certified Surgical Technologist October 2020 - January 2022

● Performed over 2K abdominal ultrasounds to check the lining of the uterus for the transfer of embryos to rule out potential abnormalities

● Handled all specimens correctly, especially in ERA's or genetic testing, obtaining accurate results

● Operated in high-volume and fast-paced environment, achieving 99.9% operating room efficiency rating

● Acknowledged for efficiency in scrubbing and circulating to refine workflow Renewal Surgery Center Lone Tree, CO

Certified Surgical Technologist May 2011 - August 2018

● Worked diligently amongst a qualified team of 8 plastic surgeons across 2 operating rooms

● Supported physicians in the delivery of quality patient care throughout tenure

● Facilitated assistance with procedures including mommy make-overs, liposuctions, fat transfers, rhinoplasty procedures, face lifts, and body sculpting

● Stock and pull cases for the following day

Core Competencies

Computer Skills & Typing, Medical Terminology, Aseptic Technique, Anatomy Knowledge, Surgical Technology & Surgical Procedure, Continuous Improvement, Documentation, Relationship Building, Patient Care Education/Certifications

Diploma in Surgical Technologists, Madison Area Technical College Certified Surgical Technologist, ST; 0004118, 04/1/2022-03/31/2023, DORA BLS Certification, ACLS Medical Training, 01/7/2022-01/7/2024

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