Lesia Skelton
Barnesville
Summary
Seasoned Certified Surgical Tech with more than 25+ years of knowledge in all aspects of surgery, including setting up operating rooms, preparing patients and assisting surgeons. Committed to maintaining highest standards of health and safety.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
Surgical Technologist
Wellstar Spalding Hospital
07.2017 - Current
- Maintained high infection control standards.
- Prepared operating rooms with required instruments, ensuring efficient setup for various surgical cases.
- Setup operating and surgery rooms by preparing equipment and supplies for upcoming procedures.
- Minimized infection risks by strictly adhering to aseptic techniques when handling surgical supplies and equipment.
Surgical Technologist
Coliseum Northside Hospital
03.2008 - 07.2017
- Assisted in General, Ortho and laparoscopic surgeries.
- Maintained sterile field during surgical procedures.
- Set up equipment and supplies as directed by surgeons preference cards.
- Minimized infection risks by strictly adhering to aseptic techniques when handling surgical supplies and equipment.
Surgical Technologist
Navicent Health Medical Center
05.1997 - 03.2008
- Maintained high infection control standards.
- Assisted surgeons in complex procedures for optimal patient outcomes and reduced recovery time.
- Supported smooth transitions between surgeries by promptly preparing the operating room for subsequent cases.
- Mentored new surgical technologists, sharing expertise and fostering their growth within the profession.
- Played a key role in reducing OR turnaround time by implementing process improvements for equipment preparation and room cleanup procedures.
- Assisted in General, GYN, Pediatric, ENT, Trauma surguries.
Education
Associate of Science - Surgical Technology
Southern Crescent Technical College
Thomaston, GA06.2002
Skills
- Aseptic Techniques
- Sterile Technique Proficiency
- Surgical Instrument Knowledge
- Setting up and operating equipment
- Assisting Surgical Team
- Compassion
- Medical Supply Inventory
- Transporting Patients
Timeline
Surgical Technologist
Wellstar Spalding Hospital
07.2017 - Current
Surgical Technologist
Coliseum Northside Hospital
03.2008 - 07.2017
Surgical Technologist
Navicent Health Medical Center
05.1997 - 03.2008
Associate of Science - Surgical Technology
Southern Crescent Technical College
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