Tonya Holland
Calhoun
Summary
Versatile Surgical Technologist bringing over 18 years’ experience within a large healthcare organization. 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, critical thinking, and assisting the surgeon.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Surgical Technologist
WellStar Kennestone Hospital
03.2010 - Current
- Competent in all specialties. As a member of the trauma team at a Level 1 trauma center and a member of the robotics team, I monitor the configuration of equipment to provide ease of use for surgeons, anesthesiologists, and nurses. Consistently recommend the guidelines for use of equipment and supplies to promote safe patient care.
- Maintains high infection control standards.
- Handls high-pressure situations calmly and efficiently, contributing to successful completion of critical surgeries.
- Assists surgeons in complex procedures for optimal patient outcomes and reduced recovery time.
Surgical Technologist
Floyd Medical Center, FMC
06.2007 - 03.2010
- Proficient in all specialties with focus on neuro and ortho.
Education
Basic Life Support Certification, BLS
WellStar Kennestone Hospital
Marietta, Georgia09-2026
Advanced Wound Closure Certification
Georgia Northwestern Technical College
Rome, Georgia06.2008
Associate of Applied Science - Surgical Technology
Dalton State College
Dalton, Georgia05.2007
Skills
- Aseptic techniques
- Surgical wound closure
- Skilled in simultaneous task execution
- Effective listening
- Strong organizational skills
- Effective problem resolution
- Davinci SI, XI and DV5 Robotics
- Neuro
- Ortho
- Urology
- GYN
- General, with heavy emphasis on paraesophageal/hiatal hernia repair
- Bariatrics
Awards
WellStar Kennestone Hospital | Marietta, Georgia August 2020, Shining Star Award, Recognition for an incident that was involved in a COVID-19 ICU where I was recognized for outstanding performance during critical patient care.
Timeline
Surgical Technologist
WellStar Kennestone Hospital
03.2010 - Current
Surgical Technologist
Floyd Medical Center, FMC
06.2007 - 03.2010
Advanced Wound Closure Certification
Georgia Northwestern Technical College
Basic Life Support Certification, BLS
WellStar Kennestone Hospital
Associate of Applied Science - Surgical Technology
Dalton State College
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