Savanna Pewitt
Summary
Accomplished Certified Surgical Technologist with a proven track record at Vanderbilt University Medical Center, showcasing expertise in surgical equipment operation and exceptional professionalism. Known for significantly reducing surgery times and improving room turnover efficiency, while adeptly managing inventories to cut costs. Demonstrates mastery in pre- and post-surgical protocols and upholds the highest standards of ethics in all procedures.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Certified Surgical Technologist
Vanderbilt University Medical Center
06.2020 - Current
- Setup operating and surgery rooms by preparing equipment and supplies for upcoming 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.
- Prepared instruments for terminal sterilization and reset surgical suites for next procedure.
- Reduced surgery time by effectively anticipating surgeon''s needs and providing timely assistance.
- Accelerated surgery room turnover times by efficiently preparing operating rooms for following surgeries.
Certified Surgical Technologist
United Surgical Partners
12.2015 - 06.2020
- Setup operating and surgery rooms by preparing equipment and supplies for upcoming 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.
- Prepared instruments for terminal sterilization and reset surgical suites for next procedure.
- Oversaw inventories and minimized material costs through contract negotiations.
- Accelerated surgery room turnover times by efficiently preparing operating rooms for following surgeries.
Education
Certified Surgical Technology
Tennessee College of Applied Technology
Hohenwald, TN12.2015
Skills
- Pre- and post-surgical counts
- Safe sharps disposal
- Surgical equipment operation
- Professionalism and ethics
- Setting up and operating equipment
Timeline
Certified Surgical Technologist
Vanderbilt University Medical Center
06.2020 - Current
Certified Surgical Technologist
United Surgical Partners
12.2015 - 06.2020
Certified Surgical Technology
Tennessee College of Applied Technology
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