Catherine Harden
Cleveland
Summary
Dynamic Surgical Technologist with extensive experience at Erlanger Baroness Hospital, excelling in maintaining sterile environments and supporting complex surgical procedures. Proficient in surgical instrumentation and patient positioning, I thrive under pressure and demonstrate exceptional attention to detail, ensuring optimal outcomes in high-stakes situations. A dedicated team player committed to excellence in patient care.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Surgical Technologist
Erlanger Baroness Hospital
Chattanooga
10.2023 - Current
- Prepared patients for surgery by positioning on operating table and covering with sterile surgical drapes to prevent exposure.
- Assisted surgeon by passing instruments and sterile supplies throughout operation.
- Maintained sterile environment through diligent monitoring of soft counts and instruments.
- I started on the spine team doing cases such as ACDF, spinal fractures, ALIF, XLIF, PLIF, shunts, craniotomies, subdural hematomas, and brain tumors.
GI/Endoscopy Technologist
Tennova
Cleveland
04.2021 - 10.2023
- Use aseptic techniques to sterilize endoscopes, forceps, snares and other endoscopic tools and equipment.
- Ensure that all necessary supplies are available for endoscopic procedures.
- Assist physicians during endoscopic examinations and procedures, including providing instrumentation and collecting specimens.
- Transport patients to and from procedure area safely using appropriate gurney or wheelchair assistance when needed.
GI/Endoscopy Technician
Parkridge East Hospital
Chattanooga
04.2017 - 04.2021
- Review procedure requirements to select and set up appropriate equipment and supplies.
- Sterilized and distributed endoscopic instrumentation and equipment.
- Assisted in the training of new staff members on proper operation of endoscopic equipment.
- Assisted physicians with endoscopic procedures such as esophagogastroduodenoscopies, colonoscopies, sigmoidoscopies, enteroscopies and biopsies.
- Use aseptic techniques to sterilize endoscopes, forceps, snares and other endoscopic tools and equipment.
- Set-up and tore down procedure rooms in preparation for upcoming operations.
Surgical Technologist
T.C. Thompson Children's Hospital
Chattanooga
09.2015 - 08.2016
- Scrubbed arms and hands and assisted surgical team with scrubbing, masks and surgical clothing.
- Pulled materials and set up instruments for procedures, but not limited to ENT, laparoscopic cases, and urology.
- Maintained proper sterile field during surgical procedures.
Surgical Technologist
Skyridge Hospital
Cleveland
06.2014 - 08.2015
- Worked effectively in team environments to make the workplace more productive.
- Prepared and maintained sterile field for surgical procedures.
- Scrubbed into surgeries such as laparoscopic and open cases, spines, GYN, orthopedic, and urology.
Surgical Technologist
Parkridge Medical Center
Chattanooga
11.2006 - 06.2014
- Pulled and set up cases such as GYN, DaVinci robots, orthopedics, laparoscopic and open surgeries, urology, and some vascular procedures.
- Maintained instrument and soft counts.
- Assisted surgeon by passing instruments and sterile supplies throughout operation.
- Maintained proper sterile field during surgical procedures.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Surgical Technology
Miller-Motte Technical College
Chattanooga, TN09-2006
Skills
- Sterile techniques
- Surgical instrumentation
- Patient positioning
- Attention to detail
- Soft count management
- Operating room preparation
- BLS
- Team Player
- Work well under pressure
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Surgical Technologist
Erlanger Baroness Hospital
10.2023 - Current
GI/Endoscopy Technologist
Tennova
04.2021 - 10.2023
GI/Endoscopy Technician
Parkridge East Hospital
04.2017 - 04.2021
Surgical Technologist
T.C. Thompson Children's Hospital
09.2015 - 08.2016
Surgical Technologist
Skyridge Hospital
06.2014 - 08.2015
Surgical Technologist
Parkridge Medical Center
11.2006 - 06.2014
Associate of Applied Science - Surgical Technology
Miller-Motte Technical College