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McKenzie Musick

Certified Surgical Technologist
Richlands

Summary

Certified Surgical Technologist with over 7 years of experience supporting diverse surgical teams in fast-paced, high-volume environments. Known for surgical precision, anticipating team needs, effective teamwork, and maintaining compliance with strict sterile protocols while prioritizing patient safety. Demonstrated ability to enhance operational flow, ensure supply readiness, and foster team cohesion even under pressure. Eager to utilize hands-on expertise, attention to detail, team-focused mindset, and commitment to excellence to propel career advancement.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience
2
2
Certifications

Work History

Certified Surgical Technologist

ECU Health SurgiCenter
12.2024 - Current
  • Make sure all equipment and supplies are in the room, do an initial wipe-down, and open the room for an on-time start.
  • Assist in pre- and post-surgical patient care by helping to prepare and position patients for surgery, ensuring safety and comfort during procedures.
  • Prep the patient for surgery when not scrubbed in.
  • Set up and maintain my sterile field and surgical instruments with precision, ensuring that sterile technique and safety standards are maintained from start to finish, to protect patient outcomes and minimize infection risk.
  • Assist the surgeon during the procedure with draping, and performing either the first or second scrub role.
  • Communicate effectively with the surgeon and the team at the start of the day to go over the needs of each case to ensure we have everything necessary, and to avoid opening extra for cost-effectiveness, inventory management, and smoothness in the OR among the team.
  • Turn over ORs efficiently between cases.
  • Pull and prepare cases for the following days, verifying that all necessary instruments, materials, and equipment are available.
  • Set up ORs after cases have finished, with all necessary equipment for the following day.
  • Assist in weekly and monthly chores throughout the OR to ensure quality.
  • Restock rooms for efficiency, and team readiness.
  • Return all unused supplies, minimizing waste, supporting inventory control, and helping to keep a clean working environment.
  • Communicate with SPD about any trays that may be needed for future cases, to ensure they will be turned over and ready in time.
  • Assist SPD in downtime with preparing and wrapping trays for sterilization.
  • Assist in the orientation of new hires as well as precepting students; teaching them sterile technique, OR protocols, case preparation, and case flow specific to each doctor.


Specialties include:

  • Ortho
  • Podiatry
  • General
  • ENT
  • Eyes
  • Urology
  • GYN


Certified Surgical Technologist (CST)

WakeMed
05.2024 - 11.2024
  • Assist in pre- and post-surgical patient care by helping to prepare and position patients for surgery, ensuring safety and comfort during procedures, as well as assisting in prep when not scrubbed in, and helping after surgery to get the patient cleaned up and moved off the surgical bed as quickly as possible while assisting with any needs of my team.
  • Set up sterile fields and surgical instruments with precision, ensuring that sterile technique and safety standards are maintained from start to finish to protect patient outcomes and minimize infection risk.
  • Assist the surgeon during the procedure with draping, fulfilling the first scrub role, or the second scrub role when needed.
  • Communicate with surgeons at the start of the day to go over the needs they may have for each case, to ensure we have everything necessary, and to avoid opening extra for cost-effectiveness, inventory management, and smoothness in the OR among the team.
  • Turn over ORs efficiently between cases, and ensure proper cleaning in or under the required turnover time.
  • Pull and prepare cases in advance, verifying that all necessary instruments, materials, and equipment are available, and setting up the rooms at the end of the day when all cases are finished.
  • Stock and maintain ORs to meet case demand and team readiness.
  • Return all unused supplies, minimizing waste, supporting inventory control, and helping to keep a clean work environment.
  • Communicate with SPD about any trays that may be needed for future cases, assist in figuring out timelines for when they will be ready, and create a plan of action.
  • Assist SPD during downtime or when they are short-staffed to assemble and wrap trays.
  • Assist in the orientation and hands-on training of new hires, and precept Surgical Tech students in proper sterile technique, OR protocols, case preparation, and case flow.


Specialties:

  • Ortho/Neuro Spine.
  • Orthopedics.
  • Total Joints/Mako.
  • General.
  • Davinci XI and SI.
  • Podiatry.
  • Urology.
  • GYN.
  • ENT.

Travel CST

Trustaff
04.2023 - 04.2024
  • Assist in pre- and post-surgical patient care by helping to prepare and position patients for surgery, ensuring safety and comfort during procedures, prepping the patient when not scrubbed in, and helping to get the patient cleaned up and moved off the surgical bed as quickly as possible, while assisting with any needs of the team.
  • Open and set up my sterile field and surgical instruments with precision, ensuring that sterile technique and safety standards are maintained from start to finish, to protect patient outcomes and minimize infection risk.
  • Assist the surgeon during the procedure with draping, fulfilling the first scrub role, or the second scrub role.
  • Communicate effectively with surgeons at the start of the day to go over the needs of each case, to ensure we have everything necessary, and to avoid opening extra for cost-effectiveness, inventory management, and smoothness in the OR among the team.
  • Turn over ORs efficiently between cases, and ensure proper cleaning in or under the required turnover time.
  • Pull and prepare cases in advance, verifying that all necessary instruments, materials, and equipment are available, and set up the rooms at the end of the day when all cases are complete.
  • Stock and maintain ORs to meet case demand and team readiness.
  • Return all unused supplies, minimizing waste, supporting inventory control, and helping to keep a clean work environment.
  • Communicate with SPD about any trays that may be needed for future cases, assist in figuring out timelines for when instruments will be ready, and create a plan of action.
  • Assist in the orientation and hands-on training of new hires and Surgical Tech students, teaching them proper sterile technique, OR protocols, case preparation, and case flow.



Specialties:

  • Ortho Spine
  • Orthopedics
  • Neuro Spine
  • General
  • Robotics
  • GYN
  • Urology

Certified Surgical Technologist

New Hanover Regional Medical Center
01.2022 - 10.2023
  • Ensure the room is wiped down, set up, and ready to go by the First Start time.
  • Assist in getting the patient positioned, prepped, and draped for surgeries.
  • Assist the surgeon and their residents, and anticipate their needs during the surgery.
  • Communicate with the surgeon and the team to make sure we have everything needed for all cases of the day, and create a plan of action when something is missing.
  • Help move the patient safely, keeping the patient, the team, and myself safe at all times.
  • Make sure all instruments are accounted for, collected, and taken for cleaning.
  • Assist in room turnover within the required time.
  • Pull cases for the next day, assist other rooms with opening and turnovers, and give lunches when not in a room.
  • Stock and maintain ORs to meet case demand and team readiness.
  • Put back all supplies not needed to assist in inventory management and keeping the ORs clean.
  • Precept orientees and students in sterile technique, case flow, and hospital policies.



Specialties Include:

  • Davinci Robot.
  • General.
  • Laparoscopic surgery.
  • Neuro.
  • GYN.
  • Ortho.
  • Urology.

Certified Surgical Technologist

The Surgical Center of Morehead City
11.2022 - 04.2023
  • Assist in positioning the patient, prepping, and draping.
  • Set up for surgery, perform counts with the nurse, and maintain an organized sterile field.
  • Assist the surgeon and anticipate their needs in surgery.
  • Help move the patient safely, keeping the patient and the team safe while the patient wakes up from anesthesia.
  • Make sure all instruments are counted, collected, and taken for cleaning.
  • Turn rooms over for the next surgery in a timely manner.
  • Pull cases for the next day when not in a case.
  • Stock rooms to make sure they have everything they need.
  • Assist in Endoscopy as needed, as well as Endo CSS.
  • Communicate effectively with all members of the team.
  • Assist in weekly inventory, going through par, and submitting necessary inventory orders by the deadline.



Specialties include:

  • Orthopedics
  • Hand
  • General
  • Endoscopy

Business Development Manager

Pirate Ship Powersports and Battleship Cycles and Marine
07.2021 - 11.2021
  • Maintain current client relationships, and identify areas for potential clients.
  • Contacting potential clients to establish a business relationship and meet with them.
  • Develop new sales areas and improve sales through various methods.
  • Research the latest in the business industry and creating new opportunities to expand business.
  • Collaborate with the sales and design teams to ensure requirements are met, such as sales numbers and profit goals.
  • Train junior salespeople to improve sales goals and meet expectations.
  • Maintain a strong understanding of company products or services, as well as business position and competition to keep business competitive.

Bartender

Trophy Racks Bar
06.2020 - 12.2020
  • Open and close the bar, making sure it is clean, organized, and ready for the day to come or to follow.
  • Count the drawers before and after the shift, and input the numbers into the computer before dropping the cash and receipts into the safety deposit box.
  • Maintain cleanliness throughout the day, empty the trash, clean the restrooms, and sweep and mop the floors.
  • Serve and maintain friendly, positive interactions with the customers.
  • Input sales into the computer system to keep up with inventory.
  • If closing the bar, lock up the building at the end of the day.

Surgical Technologist

CarolinaEast Medical Center
05.2017 - 12.2020
  • Assist in patient care.
  • Set up for surgery, and perform a count before and after the case.
  • Prep and drape the patient for surgery.
  • Assist the surgeon and anticipate their needs in surgery.
  • Help move the patient safely, keeping the patient and the team safe while the patient wakes up from anesthesia.
  • Make sure all instruments are collected and taken for cleaning.
  • Turn rooms over for the next surgery in the required time.
  • Pull cases for the next day when not in a case, and stock rooms to make sure they have everything they need.


Specialties include:

  • Neuro Spine
  • General.
  • Laparoscopic and Robotic Surgeries.
  • Ortho.
  • Hand.
  • Vascular.
  • ENT.

Ramp Lead, Assistant Trainer & Safety Coordinator

Delta Global Services
10.2014 - 09.2015
  • Responsible for marshaling aircraft, loading/unloading and sorting freight and baggage.
  • Delegate tasks to all agents to ensure that ramp is set up for flight and all agents know their tasks for the entire turn process.
  • Duties also include servicing aircraft, assisting with aircraft push back and towing, de-icing and other minor maintenance.
  • Responsible for maintaining the safety and security of the ramp at all times, also comply with all safety procedures and airline policies.
  • Ability to assist passengers with special needs, resolve customer concerns and inform passengers of flight delays and rebook flights efficiently.
  • Maintain thorough knowledge of policies and processes pertaining to unaccompanied minors, law enforcement officers, hazmat, airfreight acceptance and other regulatory requirements.
  • Remain up-to-date by completing constant and consistent training modules as required by multiple airlines.
  • Train new hires to know the duties of the ramp.
  • Ensure all safety procedures are being followed, teach up the agents who are breaking safety policy and give monthly safety briefings.

Cargo Agent and Ticket & Service Agent

PIEDMONT AIRLINES
04.2013 - 10.2014
  • Responsible for marshaling aircraft, loading/unloading and sorting freight and baggage.
  • Duties also include servicing aircraft, assisting with aircraft pushback and towing, de-icing and other minor maintenance.
  • Responsible for maintaining the safety and security of the ramp at all times, also comply with all safety procedures and airline policies.
  • Check in baggage for most customers, with the ability to frequently push, pull or lift 50 to 100 lb.
  • As a ticket & service agent, ability to greet and assist all customers in a prompt, friendly and courteous manner. Present a professional and positive image of Piedmont Airlines.
  • Ability to assist passengers with special needs, resolve customer concerns and inform passengers of flight delays and rebook flights efficiently.
  • Maintain thorough knowledge of policies and processes pertaining to unaccompanied minors, law enforcement officers, hazmat, airfreight acceptance and other regulatory requirements.
  • Remain up-to-date by completing constant and consistent training modules as required by multiple airlines.

Shift Manager

CHICK-FIL-A
05.2011 - 02.2014
  • Provided leadership by encouraging teamwork and fostering a positive work environment.
  • Provided excellent customer service, working to satisfy the customers' needs at all times, while still following procedures.
  • Input daily sales figures, count down register drawers at the beginning and end of each shift, file receipts, print daily reports, and file invoices necessary for corporate requirements.
  • Trained new employees on proper procedures and techniques, as required by Chick-fil-A protocol.
  • Trusted with making bank deposits on shift.
  • Assist with catering orders, ensuring each order is completed correctly and on time.
  • Delegate positions to staff members for efficiency, quality of service, and make changes if needed during the shift.
  • Complete a post-shift walk through to make sure everything was cleaned properly and all food safety protocol was followed.
  • Jump in to assist where ever needed to expedite service and help my team out.


Education

Associate in Surgical Technology -

Miller-Motte College
Wilmington, NC
04.2015 - 4 2017

General education - undefined

COLONY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY
Wilmington, NC

Skills

    Team management

    Operational efficiency

    Effective communication

    Healthcare skills

    Client acquisition skills

    Efficient time management

    Efficient multitasking

    Proficient in medical terminology

    Responsive to new challenges

    Strong customer service skills

    Teaching and mentoring

Certification

Certified Surgical Technologist since April 2022

Timeline

Certified Surgical Technologist

ECU Health SurgiCenter
12.2024 - Current

Certified Surgical Technologist (CST)

WakeMed
05.2024 - 11.2024

Travel CST

Trustaff
04.2023 - 04.2024

Certified Surgical Technologist

The Surgical Center of Morehead City
11.2022 - 04.2023

Certified Surgical Technologist

New Hanover Regional Medical Center
01.2022 - 10.2023

Business Development Manager

Pirate Ship Powersports and Battleship Cycles and Marine
07.2021 - 11.2021

Bartender

Trophy Racks Bar
06.2020 - 12.2020

Surgical Technologist

CarolinaEast Medical Center
05.2017 - 12.2020

Associate in Surgical Technology -

Miller-Motte College
04.2015 - 4 2017

Ramp Lead, Assistant Trainer & Safety Coordinator

Delta Global Services
10.2014 - 09.2015

Cargo Agent and Ticket & Service Agent

PIEDMONT AIRLINES
04.2013 - 10.2014

Shift Manager

CHICK-FIL-A
05.2011 - 02.2014

General education - undefined

COLONY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY
McKenzie MusickCertified Surgical Technologist