Certified Surgical Technologist & Perioperative Specialist

VIMMY V. SEAJATAN, CST

CERTIFIED SURGICAL TECHNOLOGIST PERIOPERATIVE & SURGICAL SERVICES

Franklin Square, NY 917-***-**** *****.********@*****.*** PROFESSIONAL PROFILE

Detail-oriented, highly organized Certified Surgical Technologist and Certified Medical Assistant with 10+ years of healthcare experience and hands-on surgical training across 120+ procedures in hospital, ambulatory, and Level I trauma environments. Skilled in sterile-field management, OR preparation, surgical counts, instrumentation, specimen handling, positioning and draping, room turnover, medication handling and instrument decontamination. Strong background in otolaryngology and facial plastics, staff training, inventory coordination, multidisciplinary teamwork, and patient-safety focused care. CORE EXPERTISE

Sterile Technique Surgical Counts OR Setup & Turnover Instrument Passing Specimen Handling Positioning & Draping Robotic-Assisted Surgery Infection Control Instrument Decontamination Medication Handling & Documentation Staff Training Supply & Vendor Coordination

Clinical Specialties: General Surgery Gynecology Orthopedics Robotic Surgery Urology Plastic Surgery Neurosurgery ENT Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery

CLINICAL & PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Surgical Technology Clinical Experience EMU Ambulatory Surgical Center Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery Glendale, NY April 2026

• Supported oral and maxillofacial surgical cases by preparing sterile fields and specialty instrumentation, assisted with surgical counts, instrument passing, surgical case cart preparation and room turnover while maintaining strict aseptic techniques.

Surgical Technology Clinical Rotation Mercy Hospital May 2026 – Aug 2026 Catholic Health Rockville Centre, NY

• Completed multidisciplinary clinical rotations across Urology, Plastic Surgery, Neurosurgery, and ENT, preparing procedure- specific operating rooms, instrumentation, supplies, equipment, and sterile fields for scheduled surgical cases.

• Performed accurate surgical counts, passed instruments and supplies efficiently, anticipated surgeon needs, and supported patient positioning, draping, specimen handling, and strict aseptic technique throughout procedures.

• Facilitated organized room turnover and thorough instrument decontamination in accordance with facility protocols and infection-control practices, supporting efficient case progression and a safe perioperative environment. Surgical Technology Clinical Rotation Jamaica Hospital Medical Center Sep 2025 – Apr 2026 Level I Trauma Center Jamaica, NY

• Completed hands-on training in surgical procedures across General Surgery, Gynecology, Orthopedics, and Robotic Surgery within a fast-paced Level I trauma environment requiring adaptability, organization, and close attention to sterile technique.

• Prepared case-specific instruments, supplies, and equipment using surgeon preference cards; established and maintained sterile fields; safe shape handling, medication management and completed surgical counts with the circulating nurse.

• Worked closely with surgeons, registered nurses, anesthesia providers, and other surgical team members while supporting positioning, draping, specimen management, wound dressings, room turnover, and patient-safety practices. Lead Medical Assistant Columbia University Medical Center Feb 2013 – Sep 2025 New York, NY Otolaryngology & Facial Plastics

• Provided comprehensive clinical support in a high-volume otolaryngology and facial plastics practice, preparing patients for examinations, office procedures, biopsies, injections, and endoscopic procedures while maintaining an efficient patient-care workflow.

• Assisted physicians during ENT and facial plastic procedures; operated KTP laser and EMG equipment; and maintained rigorous infection-control standards, accurate electronic medical record documentation, and dependable procedural support.

• Trained and supported new hires on clinical workflow, patient care, infection prevention, and equipment use while coordinating medical and surgical supply inventory, ordering, and vendor requirements to maintain operational readiness. EDUCATION & CREDENTIALS

Plaza College — A.A.S., Surgical Technology August 2026 Plaza College — A.A.S., Allied Health August 2024

Credentials: Certified Surgical Technologist (NBSTSA), 2026 NCCT Certified Medical Assistant — Current Robotic-Assisted Surgery Training — Sept. 19, 2025 BLS Certified

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