Surgical Technician Certified

Charles E. Seltzer

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Phone: 856-***-**** Email: **********@*******.***

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Summary of Experience

Certified Surgical Technician with extensive experience in both the operating room and medical device sales. U.S. Navy veteran with a strong background in various surgical specialties, including orthopedics, spine, neurosurgery, and trauma. Proficient in handling orthopedic implants and managing all phases of surgery preparation, sterilization, and inventory. Skilled in the sales and demonstration of medical devices, developing strong client relationships, and consistently exceeding sales targets. Proven ability to adapt quickly to new technologies and procedures, providing top-tier support for surgeons and medical teams in high-pressure environments.

Specialties:

Total Joint Reconstruction Spine Endoscopy Sports Medicine Urology General Surgery Podiatry Gynecology Neurosurgery Ophthalmology Plastic Surgery

Professional Experience

Huntingdon Valley Surgery Center – Bensalem, PA

Certified Surgical Technician

May 2024 – Present

Expertise in orthopedic surgeries (reconstruction, sports medicine, trauma) and neurological procedures (craniotomies, spinal fusions).

Orthopedic implant proficiency: Medaccta, Don Joy, Zimmer/Biomet, Smith & Nephew.

Specialties: Ophthalmology, Endoscopy, Urology, Plastics.

St. Mary’s Medical Center – Langhorne, PA

Certified Surgical Technician

March 2022 – May 2024

Supported trauma and elective surgeries, specializing in Orthopedics (reconstruction, sports medicine, trauma) and Neurosurgery (fusions, craniotomies).

Trauma equipment expertise: Synthes, Stryker.

Specialties: Sports Medicine (Arthrex, DePuy Mitek), Neurological Spine (Orthofix, Biomet).

Lower Bucks Hospital – Bristol, PA

Certified Surgical Technician

February 2021 – February 2022

Assisted in surgeries across Orthopedics, Neurology, General, and Urology.

Handled decontamination, tray assembly, and sterilization.

St. Mary’s Medical Center – Langhorne, PA

Certified Surgical Technician

July 2020 – February 2021

Provided surgical support in Orthopedics and Neurosurgery.

Implemented protocols for trauma cases and sports medicine implants.

Medical Sales & Device Experience

Med-East Professional Reconstructive Orthopedics

Medical Device Sales Associate

October 2018 – April 2020

Sold Exactech total joint products (hips, knees, shoulders) and exceeded sales goals consistently.

Developed new business and managed product presentations.

Zimmer/Biomet

Total Joint Sales/Territory Manager

April 2017 – September 2018

Expanded market share for orthopedic products and managed client relationships.

Assisted with surgical tray prep and inventory management.

Military Service

United States Navy

Hospital Corpsman/Surgical Technician

July 1981 – July 1986

Served as a Fleet Marine Force Medic.

Awarded Navy Good Conduct Medal and multiple service ribbons.

Surgical Technician School, GPA: 98.6.

Education & Certifications

Community College of Philadelphia

30 credit hours toward pre-nursing, GPA: 3.6

University of Maryland

12 credit hours in General Studies, GPA: 3.8

National Center for Competency Testing

Certification Number: 1172759

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