Samantha Banks
Macon,GA
Summary
Versatile Certified Surgical Technologist, as well as a new graduate of a Surgical First Assist program as of May 2024, bringing over 6 years experience to a growing hospital. Highly proficient in various surgical procedures with success in contributing to the achievement of high patient outcome targets. Skilled in all elements of operating room setup, including inventory management, aseptic techniques and preparing patients for procedures.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Certified Surgical Technologist
OrthoAtlanta Surgery Center
07.2023 - Current
- Proficient in podiatry and orthopedic sports medicine surgical cases such as, ACL reconstruction, Shoulder/Knee Arthroscopies, Total Knee Arthroplasty, and Fractures.
- Assisted surgeons in complex procedures, ensuring efficient completion and minimized complications.
- Enhanced patient safety by maintaining a sterile surgical environment and adhering to strict protocols.
- Expedited surgery room turnover times by swiftly preparing operating rooms for subsequent surgeries, maximizing efficiency within the department.
- Strengthened patient trust and alleviated anxiety through empathetic communication when explaining steps involved in their upcoming procedures.
Certified Surgical Technologist
Piedmont Orthopaedic Surgery Center
04.2021 - 07.2023
- Anticipated surgeons needs during procedures.
- Gathered and set up equipment, tools and supplies and arrange instruments according to surgeons' preferences or instruction.
- Created safe operating environments for invasive and non-invasive procedures.
- Collected, prepared, and disposed of medical specimens.
- Performed and documented pre-surgery and post-surgery sponge, instrument, and needle count.
- Prepared instruments for terminal sterilization and reset surgical suites for next procedure.
- Created unobstructive operative fields by using retractors, sponges, and suction and irrigating equipment.
- Used sutures, staples, clips and other tools to close wounds.
- Operated, adjusted, and monitored diagnostic equipment and other machines used during procedures.
- Maintained high infection control standards.
- Evaluated procedure needs and set up equipment, tools, supplies and instruments.
- Provided comprehensive support to surgeons specializing in sports medicine and total joint replacements.
- Sterilized instruments and disposed of medical supplies and waste following OSHA guidelines.
- Worked with vendors for speedy procurement of services and equipment.
- Developed training initiatives on new equipment and procedures to promote highest patient care standards.
- Decontaminated, cleaned, assembled, packaged, sterilized, stored and distributed reusable surgical instrumentation and equipment.
Certified Surgical Technologist
Urological Clinic Of Valdosta
11.2020 - 04.2021
- Anticipated surgeons needs and handed instruments and supplies to surgeons during procedures.
- Gathered and set up equipment, tools and supplies and arrange instruments according to surgeons' preferences or instruction.
- Created safe operating environments for invasive and non-invasive procedures.
- Collected, prepared, and disposed of medical specimens.
- Prepared instruments for terminal sterilization and reset surgical suites for next procedure.
- Operated, adjusted, and monitored diagnostic equipment and other machines used during procedures.
- Setup operating and surgery rooms by preparing equipment and supplies for upcoming procedures.
- Managed operating room setup by cleaning and sterilizing instruments and surfaces, maintaining supply inventories and organizing surgical tools.
Certified Surgical Technologist
Eye Associates Of South Georgia
12.2020 - 04.2021
- Worked with surgeon performing 15-30 Cataract surgeries per day.
- Assisted surgeons in LASIK procedures.
- Anticipated surgeons needs and handed instruments and supplies to surgeons during procedures.
- Gathered and set up equipment, tools and supplies and arrange instruments according to surgeons' preferences or instruction.
- Created safe operating environments for invasive and non-invasive procedures.
- Collected, prepared, and disposed of medical specimens.
- Quickly learned new skills and applied them to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
Certified Surgical Technologist
Coliseum Northside Hospital
08.2020 - 11.2020
- Proficient in General, Bariatric, Robotics, Gyn, OB, Urology, and Ortho, and Spine surgical cases.
- Set up equipment, tools and supplies needed for procedures and organize instruments as directed in surgeons' preference cards.
- Handed instruments and supplies to surgeons during procedures.
- Counted and recorded sponges, instruments, and needles at beginning and end of surgical procedures.
- Used retractors, sponges and suctioning and irrigating equipment to create unobstructed operating fields.
- Anticipated surgeons needs and handed instruments and supplies to surgeons during procedures.
- Prepared instruments for terminal sterilization and reset surgical suites for next procedure.
- Collaborated with operating room staff to cultivate efficiency and prepare for scheduled and emergency procedures.
- Adhered to OSHA protocols when sterilizing instruments, discarding medical supplies and disposing of waste.
- Laid out all instruments, supplies and tools as directed by surgeons.
- Sterilized medical equipment and properly handled contaminated materials.
- Adhered to infection control standards and reported any hazards.
Certified Surgical Technologist
Shands Lake Shore Regional Medical Center
07.2018 - 04.2020
- Proficient in GENERAL, OB, GYN, UROLOGY, and ORTHO surgical cases.
- Cleaned and sterilized operating rooms.
- Counted and recorded sponges, instruments, and needles at beginning and end of surgical procedures.
- Handed instruments and supplies to surgeons during procedures.
- Used retractors, sponges and suctioning and irrigating equipment to create unobstructed operating fields.
- Facilitated invasive, non-invasive, and minimally-invasive procedures by creating safe and functional operating room environments.
- Reviewed surgical requirements and prepped operating room with appropriate tools, equipment and instruments.
- Maintained reusable surgical instrumentation and equipment, including decontamination, cleaning, sterilizing, storing and distributing.
- Adhered to OSHA protocols when sterilizing instruments, discarding medical supplies and disposing of waste.
- Collaborated with operating room staff to cultivate efficiency and prepare for scheduled and emergency procedures.
- Prepared day surgery and operating rooms for patients by ordering and stocking equipment and supplies.
- Assessed procedure requirements and procured appropriate equipment and tools.
- Collaborated with vendors and service providers to coordinate required services and equipment.
- Worked with internal departments and personnel to ensure availability of instruments and equipment.
- Laid out all instruments, supplies and tools as directed by surgeons.
- Sterilized medical equipment and properly handled contaminated materials.
- Organized equipment and instruments in alignment with surgical protocols and surgeon preferences.
- Adhered to infection control standards and reported any hazards.
- Anticipated surgeons needs and handed instruments and supplies to surgeons during procedures.
- Created safe operating environments for invasive and non-invasive procedures.
Donor Service Technician
Life South Community Blood Centers
05.2016 - 08.2017
- Labeled blood vials with critical information like time of collection, date and patient name.
- Prepared patients for examination by properly draping patients, obtaining vital signs, verifying referrals and taking detailed health history.
- Obtained variety of blood samples through venipuncture or capillary puncture using syringes, butterfly needles and straight needles.
- Counseled patients to ease fears, explain procedures and enhance cooperation during blood draws.
- Screened prospective donors by conducting interviews, obtaining medical histories and measuring vital signs.
- Prepared blood-collecting equipment to draw blood and safely store and transport samples.
- Maintained fully-stocked phlebotomy cart, carrier and station.
Assistant Manger
rue21
06.2014 - 05.2016
- Engaged positively with each customer, providing professional and polite support for sales and service needs.
- Processed payments and maintained accurate drawers to meet financial targets.
- Restocked shelves, racks and bins with latest merchandise and changed signage to promote special items.
- Employed strong relationship-building skills and consistent follow-through in every aspect of work to improve customer satisfaction.
- Welcomed customers, offered to help locate items and suggested merchandise without being intrusive or pushy.
- Taught junior employees how to meet operational and sales goals with proactive strategies.
- Connected with customers daily to understand needs, provide assistance and collect feedback to optimize operations.
- Maintained inventory accuracy by counting stock-on-hand and reconciling discrepancies.
- Motivated higher sales through incentives, reward-based programs and positive reinforcement of good sales practices.
- Greeted guests promptly with positive attitude and asked open-ended questions to better understand shopping needs.
Education
Technical College-Surgical First Assisting - Surgical First Assisting
Meridian Institute of Surgical Assisting
Nashville, TN05.2024
Technical - Surgical Technology
Riveroak Technical College
Live Oak, FL06.2018
High School Diploma -
Suwannee High School
Live Oak, FLSkills
- Equipment set up and operation
- Electronic medical records management
- Workplace safety
- Aseptic and sterilization techniques
- HIPAA proficiency
- OB/GYN procedures
- Preparing for surgeries
- Collecting medical specimens
- Customer service
- Problem resolution
- Organization
- Total Joint Replacements
References
Diane Ellis- OR Director of Shands Lake Shore (386) 365-2593
Jeanne Ward- OR Director Piedmont Orthopaedic Surgery Center (478) 974-6958
Rhonda Beeland- OR Director Peidmont Macon North (478) 731-0210
Peggy- OR manager Urological Clinic of Valdosta
Tiffany Courington- OR manager Eye Associates of South Georgia
Dr. Jared Hudspeth- (706) 255-1619
Timeline
Certified Surgical Technologist
OrthoAtlanta Surgery Center
07.2023 - Current
Certified Surgical Technologist
Piedmont Orthopaedic Surgery Center
04.2021 - 07.2023
Certified Surgical Technologist
Eye Associates Of South Georgia
12.2020 - 04.2021
Certified Surgical Technologist
Urological Clinic Of Valdosta
11.2020 - 04.2021
Certified Surgical Technologist
Coliseum Northside Hospital
08.2020 - 11.2020
Certified Surgical Technologist
Shands Lake Shore Regional Medical Center
07.2018 - 04.2020
Donor Service Technician
Life South Community Blood Centers
05.2016 - 08.2017
Assistant Manger
rue21
06.2014 - 05.2016
Technical College-Surgical First Assisting - Surgical First Assisting
Meridian Institute of Surgical Assisting
Technical - Surgical Technology
Riveroak Technical College
High School Diploma -
Suwannee High School
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