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Dolores

Bernier

653 Justice Valleys

Chicago

+1 (555) 337 6106

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Chicago

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Experience Experience

San Francisco, CA

Surgery Technician

San Francisco, CA

Okuneva, Emmerich and Kutch

San Francisco, CA

Surgery Technician

9 Participates in performance/process improvement
8 Assists with orientation of new employees
5 Assist in updating policies and procedures assuring they are implemented within AORN and HCA standards and guidelines
6 Participates in self and staff development
1) Assist with supervision
Assists with preparing, transporting, positioning and draping patients
10 Facilitates and promotes Surgery efficiencies such as First Case Starts and physician turnover times

Los Angeles, CA

Surgery Technician, PRN

Los Angeles, CA

Hammes, Bernhard and Stoltenberg

Los Angeles, CA

Surgery Technician, PRN

Assists in the monitoring of the patient through the procedure
Maintains work area
Provides comfort and support for pre-operative patients
Assists the surgical team in surgical procedures which may include passing instruments, sponges and sutures
We treat all those we serve with compassion and kindness
We act with absolute honesty, integrity and fairness in the way we conduct our business and the way we live our lives
Prepares patient skin for surgery in accordance with hospital standards

present

Philadelphia, PA

Image Guided Surgery Technician

Philadelphia, PA

Shanahan Inc

present

Philadelphia, PA

Image Guided Surgery Technician

present

Retrieving patient data from MRI / CT via hospital network or CD media
Provide support for products, devices and navigation systems used during cases
Maintain organized and clean working environments and storage cabinets
Assists in increasing patient safety by identifying fall risks
Adheres to Infection Control policies and reduces the risk of health care acquired infection by complying with current CDC hand washing guidelines and CSMC isolation policy
Participates in continuing education activities and demonstrates initiative in keeping up-to-date with relevant professional developments to include educational
Assists in keeping inventory of equipment and instrumentation by referencing an IGS inventory list

Education Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Efficiency

University of California, Santa Barbara

Bachelor’s Degree in Efficiency

Skills Skills

Computer Skills – Knowledge and basic use of computer skills
1 Maintains current professional knowledge and skills
Has knowledge of patient rights and strives to improve patient outcomes by respecting each patient’s cultural, psychosocial, and spiritual values
We trust our colleagues as valuable members of our healthcare team and pledge to treat one another with loyalty, respect and dignity
Demonstrates effective working knowledge of equipment used in work area
Ability to build trust and gain respect through effective team leadership and participation skills
Demonstrates knowledge of Meditech and general computer skills
Ability to work with minimal supervision
Knowledge of organizational policies, procedures, systems, and objectives
Maintains current knowledge of advances in operating room trends

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Surgery Technician Resume Examples & Samples

Astigmatism
Glaucoma
Lazy eye or amblyopia
Pterygium
Strabismus

Surgery Technician Resume Examples & Samples

Licensure/Certification/Registration:Completion of an accredited Surgical Technician program. Certification preferred. BLS required
Education: Graduate of accredited Surgical Technician Program
Experience: One to two years experience as surgical technician preferred. Labor and Delivery technicians
Special Qualifications: Basic knowledge in the scrub role and responsibilities for specific types of surgical procedures (i.e. General, Genitourinary, Gynecology, Obstetrics, ENT, Plastics, Arthroscopic and Minor Orthopedics). Demonstrates good organizational skills. Communicates positively and professionally with all internal and external customers. Knowledgeable in sterile technique, set up and maintenance of sterile field, surgical instruments and equipment

Surgery Technician Resume Examples & Samples

Licensure/Certification/Registration:Completion of an accredited Surgical Technician program. Certification preferred. Surgical Registry required. BLS required
Education: High School diploma or equivalent. Graduate of Surgical Technician Program
Experience: One to two years’ experience as surgical technician preferred

Surgery Technician Resume Examples & Samples

The Surgical Technician responsiblities include, but are not limited to, the following
Passes instruments, sharps, etc., to surgeon during procedure
Maintains highest standard of sterile technique during procedure
Assists other members of team with terminal cleaning of room
BCLS within 120 days of employment
Graduate certificate from an accredited surgical technology program within 60 days or 6 months experience as a surgical technologist

Surgery Technician Resume Examples & Samples

Demonstrates knowledge of Meditech and general computer skills
Demonstrate an understanding of HCA’s and St. David’s “Patient First” safety initiatives through strict compliance to all safety protocols and procedures
Accepts shift work, and takes call as required by the department
Works with patients ranging in life span from infant to geriatric
Recognizes that variables such as age, race, nationality, culture, disease-causing vulnerabilities, and socioeconomic factors affect the patient populations under their care, and uses interventions appropriate to these factors
Current certification as BLS Healthcare Provider

Surgery Technician Lead Resume Examples & Samples

1) Assist with supervision
1 Assist and oversee specialty tasks performed by Surgical Techs to assure Unit is provided with supplies, instruments and necessary equipment for service-specific procedures, within budgetary constraints and par levels
2 Oversee the function of specific equipment, including troubleshooting and training staff on utilization
3 Responsible for updating staff of newly implemented ideas in the Department and advising of process via email or posted notices

Surgery Technician Resume Examples & Samples

Education: Graduation from an accredited school of allied health services
Licensure/Certification: Valid certificate from Surgical Technologist program and current BLS certification preferred
Experience: Three years continuous experience in an operating room preferred
Essential Technical/Motor Skills: Performs at a proficient level, all tasks within the specialty area. Able to operate all appropriate clinical equipment in a safe and appropriate manner. Able to perform the necessary functions on the facility's computer system
Essential Physical Requirements: Requires full range of body motion including handling and lifting, manual and finger dexterity, and eye-hand coordination. Able to stand and walk for long periods of time. Able to lift/push/pull patients to transport and/or reposition. Able to lift and carry equipment and supplies up to 50 lbs. Working under stressful conditions and irregular hours, exposure to communicable diseases and potentially contaminated body fluids and bio-hazardous materials
Essential Mental Abilities: Requires good communication and organizational skills. Requires reasoning ability and good independent judgment. Requires working under stressful conditions and irregular hours. Requires working with frequent interruptions. Able to comprehend and interpret complex clinical subject matter related to specialty
Essential Sensory Requirements: Requires corrected hearing and vision within a normal range and ability to distinguish color
Exposure to Hazards: Requires exposure to communicable diseases and potentially contaminated body fluids and hazardous materials. OSHA risk factor: Category I. Possible risk of physical injury due to moving machinery and supplies
Other: Understands the mission and vision of the hospital. Operates within the concept of patient focused care. Evolves into an effective team member. Must adhere to dress code; good grooming and personal hygiene habits; and strict adherence to attendance policies. Maintains knowledge of and conforms to hospital policies and procedures

Surgery Technician Resume Examples & Samples

Graduate from an accredited educational program for Surgical Technologist
OR Tech I: 0-1 year related experience or training in surgical technician curriculum
OR Tech II: Minimum of 5 years recent experience as a Surgical Technologist if no certification and was employed to practice surgical technology in a health care facility before September 1, 2009
LICENSES AND CERTIFICATES
Required: Current BCLS certification issued by the American Heart Association
Surgical Technologists that graduate after September 1, 2009 must hold and maintain a current certification as a Surgical Technologist within 180 days from the date of graduation. The certification must be from
The National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting or its successor
The National Center for Competency Testing or its successor
Another surgical technologist certification program approved by the department
OR Tech II: Current certification (as stated above) as a Surgical Technologist if experience is less than 5 years

Surgery Technician Resume Examples & Samples

4 Obtain preferences from service specific physicians on regarding procedures and assist in updating preference cards
5 Assist in updating policies and procedures assuring they are implemented within AORN and HCA standards and guidelines
2) Participates in Unit activities
1 Maintains current professional knowledge and skills
1 Demonstrates initiative in independent study and seeks opportunities for learning
2 Serves as a resources for staff and physicians
3 Demonstrates Meditech skills by printing surgery schedule, preference cards and communicating on outlook
4 Participates in budget and inventory control
5 Keeps Business Manager informed of needed items
6 Participates in self and staff development
7 Takes appropriate action to prevent/manage accidents in the workplace
8 Assists with orientation of new employees
9 Participates in performance/process improvement
10 Facilitates and promotes Surgery efficiencies such as First Case Starts and physician turnover times
3Assists in delivery of appropriate patient care in the operating room
1 Assures the patient’s right to privacy and confidentiality of information at all times
2 Demonstrates knowledge of current regulatory agency standards. Provides direction and education to staff members to assure that nursing practice in the Department is in compliance with current standards
3 Demonstrates understanding of HCA’s and “Patients First” safety initiative by strict compliance to all safety protocols and procedures
4 Identifies the two predominant patient populations served in surgical services. Can identify how care is modified to accommodate the patient population specific needs, such as: Cultural group and language, belief and religious practices, nutritional preferences, communication style, and Healthcare practices. Can communicate this information to the healthcare team and ensure appropriate documentation

Surgery Technician PRN Resume Examples & Samples

Blepharoplasty (eyelid surgery)
Cataracts
Corneal ectasia or keratoconus
Ectropion
Entropion
One year of experience as a Surgery Technician. Competent as a Surgery Technician I (hospital)
Able to scrub cataract surgery and load Alcon and AMO lenses, run an infinity or Centurion Phaco machine.(required)
Experience with cornea, eye muscle, and pterygium surgery, mini- shunts, and blepharoplasty surgery (preferred)

Surgery Technician, PRN Resume Examples & Samples

Licensure/Certification/Registration: Current BLS Certification, ., Registration as a Surgical Tech by Colorado Division of Registration (DORA)
Education: Graduation from an accredited program for Operating Room Technicians
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities: Basic to advanced knowledge in the scrub role and responsibilities for multiple surgical specialties (i.e. Total Joints, Ophthalmology/Retinal ,Vascular, Neuro – to include carotids, carpal tunnels, stereotactic work, Pediatrics, Major Orthopedics, Limb Pres). Demonstrates good organizational skills. Communicates positively and professionally with all internal and external customers.The surgical technologist is authorized to handles medications, syringes, needles, etc. and is accountable to the registered nurse for oversight of this practice. One year of experience as a Surgery Technician. Competent as Surgery Technician

Anesthesia Surgery Technician Resume Examples & Samples

1 Stock OR supplies and/or anesthesia supplies daily
2 Maintains anesthesia supply inventory
3 Provides for patient safety while transporting patients within the hospital and surgical services department
4 Safely assists in the positioning of surgical patients
5 Provides daily cleaning the OR
6 Operates, maintains, and stores all equipment in a knowledgeable, safe, and efficient manner
7 Demonstrates flexibility in unit to perform other tasks that may be assigned
8 Appropriately handles all trash, regulated medical waste, and soiled linens within the department
9 Communicates effectively with staff, peers, physicians, director, head nurse, external and internal customers

Surgery Technician Resume Examples & Samples

Current Basic Life Support ( BLS ) certification for Healthcare Providers from the American Heart Association
Course in surgical technology or equivalent on‑the‑job training
Sufficient previous related experience
National Certification as a Certified Surgical Technologist ( CST ) issued by the Liaison Council on Certification for the Surgical Technologist

New Graduate Surgery Technician Resume Examples & Samples

Or graduate of an accredited school of nursing
Surgical Tech Certification from an accredited educational program for surgical technologists and holds and maintains certification as a surgical technologist by: the National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting or its successor; or the National Center for Competency Testing or its successor; or has completed an appropriate training program for surgical technology in the army, navy, air force, marine corps, or coast guard of the United States or in the United States Public Health Service OR eligible to take surgical tech certification 180 days post hire
OR if employee is Licensed Vocational Nurse, Registered Nurse, or Certified Surgical First Assist

Surgery Technician Resume Examples & Samples

Successfully completed training as a surgical technician at an accredited school
A minimum of 2 years of experience as a Surgical Technician in an Operating Room
Maintains Certification as a CORT or CST
Is proficient in at least 1 specialty area (e.g. Ortho, Neuro, Cardiovascular etc.)
Fluent ability to understand oral and written English directives, including English text
Current Basic Life Support (BLS ) certification sponsored by the American Heart Association
Fluent ability to understand and communicate using basic medical terminology
Procedures include neuro, ortho spine, total joint replacement, minimally invasive repair, plastic reconstructive, urology, GYN, podiatry, and general surgery including Lap procedures
7 Operating Rooms
1486 Outpatient surgeries per year
Friendly supportive community hospital environment that performs a broad spectrum of cases

Image Guided Surgery Technician Resume Examples & Samples

Demonstrates knowledge of anatomy and physiology pertaining to surgeries requiring use of image guided systems
Demonstrates knowledge of surgical and clinical techniques
Provide support for products, devices and navigation systems used during cases
Responsible to debrief at time of shift change
Demonstrates clinical competency and technical skills for general and specialty population. Carries out all assignments and procedures as directed by lead
Demonstrates knowledge of moving, assembling equipment and positioning patients when using image guided equipment
Retrieving patient data from MRI / CT via hospital network or CD media
Loading archived data onto the image guided platform
Identify fiducial and anatomical landmarks for pre-operative registration
Understands and implements scanning protocols to assure maximum efficiency
Is flexible and demonstrates the ability to function in a fast paced environment with frequent interruptions
Uses two identifiers when transporting patient between units/departments
Maintains specific competencies and complies with safety standards
Assists in increasing patient safety by identifying fall risks
Responsible for cleaning and preparing equipment for surgery
Maintain organized and clean working environments and storage cabinets
Adheres to Infection Control policies and reduces the risk of health care acquired infection by complying with current CDC hand washing guidelines and CSMC isolation policy
Demonstrates positive interpersonal skills
Balance microscope for all particular surgery
Assists in keeping inventory of equipment and instrumentation by referencing an IGS inventory list
Set-up CRW/ LEKSell frame base units
Communicates and models high standards of professional, responsible, accountable and ethical behavior
Participates in continuing education activities and demonstrates initiative in keeping up-to-date with relevant professional developments to include educational
Participates in in-services/training of new equipment/supplies
Adapts well and is flexible to changing situations and schedules
Demonstrates a commitment to customer service

Image Guided Surgery Technician Resume Examples & Samples

Medtronic
Stryker
Zeiss
Leica
Alpha-Omega
Brain Lab
Intuitive

Anesthesia Surgery Technician PRN Resume Examples & Samples

1. Stock OR supplies and/or anesthesia supplies daily
2. Maintains anesthesia supply inventory
3. Provides for patient safety while transporting patients within the hospital and surgical services department
4. Safely assists in the positioning of surgical patients
5. Provides daily cleaning the OR
6. Operates, maintains, and stores all equipment in a knowledgeable, safe, and efficient manner
7. Demonstrates flexibility in unit to perform other tasks that may be assigned
8. Appropriately handles all trash, regulated medical waste, and soiled linens within the department
9. Communicates effectively with staff, peers, physicians, director, head nurse, external and internal customers

Surgery Technician Lead-days Resume Examples & Samples

Graduate of an accredited school of nursing
Or graduate of an accredited Surgical Technologist program
OR if employed to practice surgical technology in a health care facility before September 1, 2009 there is no surgical certification required

Surgery Technician Resume Examples & Samples

6 months previous GI Technician or Surgical Technician (ST) or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)
Current BCLS certification is required prior to hire; certification must be kept current for the duration of employment
Graduate of an accredited surgical technology program through the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP)
Ability to stand for the majority of the work time; sometimes wearing a 10 lb. x-ray apron for several hours at a time; lifting 50 lbs., pushing/pulling 125 lbs, frequent lifting of 25 lb. sterile trays during the course of the day
Good communication and written skills
Ability to handle stressful situations and changing conditions; flexibility to adapt to scheduling changes and changes in patient condition. Good time management skills and ability to be self-directed

Surgery Technician Resume Examples & Samples

Has a minimum of 3 years of experience as a Surgical Technician in Operating Room
Skilled in at least 2 specialty areas (e.g. Ortho, Neuro, Cardiovascular etc.)
Ability to perform basic arithmetic computations (add,subtract, multiple, divide)
Ability to perform all physical requirements pertaining to delegated tasks
Current American Heart Association BCLS certification
Accurately and efficiently complete assigned tasks
Ability to organize and prioritize work to complete assignments in a timely manner
Fluent ability to understand and communicate basic medical terminology
Ability to establish and maintain a courteous and cooperative (service-oriented) working relationship with patients, families and co-workers