Hannah McCall
Hendersonville
Summary
Surgical Technologist with five years of experience. Proficient in many surgical specialties, as well as experience with training surgical technology students, and new hire orientees. Able to think and react quickly and safely in emergency situations, offering solutions to any problems that may arise in the operating room. I have worked with a wide range of surgeons and healthcare personnel, and posses efficient communication skills. I have been a part of many training seminars, sharing my knowledge with my peers, and learning from others. I believe that there is always room to learn and improve in the operating room, ensuring the safety of our patients. I hold myself and others to the highest standard of practice. I believe honesty and team work are crucial aspects to succeeding in this field.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified Surgical Technologist
Pardee Hospital
12.2019 - Current
- Anticipated surgeons needs and handed instruments and supplies to surgeons during procedures.
- Setup operating and surgery rooms by preparing equipment and supplies for upcoming procedures.
- Demonstrated adaptability when faced with emergency situations or unexpected complications during surgeries, providing prompt support to surgical teams.
- Expedited surgery room turnover times by swiftly preparing operating rooms for subsequent surgeries, maximizing efficiency within the department.
- Trained students and orientees on various surgeries and techniques.
- Participated in in-services on equipment and surgical procedures.
- Performed accurate instrument counts, preventing potential surgical complications due to retained items.
- Ensured proper handling of specimens during surgeries, aiding in accurate diagnostic results for patients.
- Remained up to date on education and skills in various surgical specialties such as Orthopedics, Spine, OB/GYN, Eyes, ENT, Vascular, General and Urology.
Sterile Processing Technician
Advent Health
03.2019 - 12.2019
- Supported surgical teams effectively by preparing instrument trays according to procedure requirements.
- Reduced risk of infections by maintaining a clean and sterile environment within the processing area.
- Enhanced patient safety by ensuring proper sterilization and packaging of medical equipment.
- Wrapped trays, instrument packs, and sets.
- Assessed instruments, equipment, and containers to promote cleanliness and proper functioning.
- Decontaminated surgical instruments to remove bacteria and other contaminants before sterilization.
- Ensured timely availability of surgical instruments by prioritizing urgent requests and efficiently managing workload.
- Inspected sterile package integrity prior to distribution.
- Verified and maintained proper documents and records for sterilization.
- Corrected instrument sets according to current standards and established count sheets and instrument tracking systems.
- Operated specialized equipment using steam, gas and chemical methods to sterilize equipment.
- Picked instruments and supplies for surgeries.
- Identified parameters and sterilization method required for each item to be sterilized.
Education
Associate of Science - Surgical Technology
Asheville Buncombe Technical Community College
Asheville, NC05.2020
High School Diploma -
Brevard High School
Brevard, NC06.2013
Skills
- Surgical Instrument Knowledge
- Pre- and post-surgical counts
- Safe sharps disposal
- Professionalism and Ethics
- Surgical equipment operation
- Setting up and operating equipment
- Infection control protocols
- Patient positioning expertise
- Patient confidentiality
- Wound Dressing
- Patient transportation
- Aseptic Techniques
- Sterile Field Preparation
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Attention to Detail
- Certified in CPR/AED
Certification
- CST - Certified Surgical Technologist
- BLS/CPR Certified
Timeline
Certified Surgical Technologist
Pardee Hospital
12.2019 - Current
Sterile Processing Technician
Advent Health
03.2019 - 12.2019
Associate of Science - Surgical Technology
Asheville Buncombe Technical Community College
High School Diploma -
Brevard High School
- CST - Certified Surgical Technologist
- BLS/CPR Certified
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