VICTORIA PRICE
Chattanooga
Summary
Focused Surgical Technologist graduate with hands-on experience in maintaining sterile environment, handling surgical instruments, and aiding surgeries. Possess strong knowledge of medical terminology and surgical procedures, coupled with effective communication skills to work well in high-stress situations. Demonstrated ability to adhere to strict protocols for patient safety and comfort. Committed to continuous learning and growth within field. Skilled Hospital Corpsman offering over 10 years of military medical experience, as well as expertise in managing injury case files, records management, vaccinations, blood draws and emergency care. Proven success managing emergent situations and utilizing critical thinking to manage unexpected conditions.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Surgical Technologist Extern
Parkridge East Hospital
Chattanooga
03.2024 - 05.2024
- Organized instrument trays according to surgeon's preference and surgical procedure being performed.
- Maintained a sterile environment in the operating room at all times.
- Gowned and gloved surgeons during procedures.
- Performed counts of sponges, needles and instruments before and after surgeries as required by hospital policy.
- Observed surgeries to gain knowledge about different techniques and procedures used in various operations.
- Cleaned OR rooms between cases following strict infection control guidelines.
Surgical Technologist Extern
Erlanger Baroness Hospital
Chattanooga
01.2024 - 03.2024
- Assisted in preparing operating rooms for surgery by setting up instruments, supplies and equipment according to established protocols.
- Performed counts of sponges, needles and instruments before and after surgeries as required by hospital policy.
- Organized instrument trays according to surgeon's preference and surgical procedure being performed.
- Cleaned OR rooms between cases following strict infection control guidelines.
- Observed surgeries to gain knowledge about different techniques and procedures used in various operations.
- Gowned and gloved surgeons during procedures.
- Maintained a sterile environment in the operating room at all times.
HOSPITAL CORPSMAN SECOND CLASS
United States Naval Service
Chattanooga
03.2013 - 08.2023
- Administered immunization programs
- Updated medical records in MRR system and double-checked data for accuracy
- Monitored vital signs and documented temperature, pulse and blood pressure to assess patient condition
- Supported medical staff in providing patient care in high-demand hospital environments
- Performed basic laboratory tests and collected specimens for further analysis
- Venipuncture
- Provided leadership, delegation, and exceptional medical service in high-pressure situations
- Provided emergency medical care and conducted physical exams and interviews to gain medical history and relevant health data
- Assisted in medical examinations, treatments and procedures for diverse conditions and patient populations
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Surgical Technology
Miller-Motte Technical College-Chattanooga
Chattanooga, TN05.2024
High School Diploma -
West Brunswick High School
Shallotte, NC06.2008
Skills
- Medication Administration
- Vital signs management
- Emergency medical care
- Phlebotomy expertise
- Physician support
- Active Listening
- Multitasking Abilities
- Decision-Making
- Flexible and Adaptable
- Attention to Detail
- First Aid/CPR
- Problem-Solving
- Aseptic Techniques
- Passing surgical tools
- Surgical Assistance
- Disposing of biohazardous waste
- Safely disposing of needles
- Collecting medical specimens
- Equipment set up and operation
- Preparing for surgeries
- Surgical counts
- Equipment set up
- Instrument preparation
Additional Information
I have been a BLS/CPR instructor for over 6 years and held many classes for civilian and military personnel.
Certification
- Certified Surgical Technologist (CST), The National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting, June 2024
Timeline
Surgical Technologist Extern
Parkridge East Hospital
03.2024 - 05.2024
Surgical Technologist Extern
Erlanger Baroness Hospital
01.2024 - 03.2024
HOSPITAL CORPSMAN SECOND CLASS
United States Naval Service
03.2013 - 08.2023
Associate of Applied Science - Surgical Technology
Miller-Motte Technical College-Chattanooga
High School Diploma -
West Brunswick High School