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Isabel Santana

Lynwood,CA

Summary

Dynamic, dedicated individual with a strong passion for delivering exceptional patient care. Possessing hands-on experience and clinical expertise in surgical technology to enhance contributions in a progressive healthcare setting. Enthusiastic about seizing opportunities for professional growth and advancement while maintaining a sterile environment and supporting the surgical team for successful outcomes.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Surgical Technologist

Southern California Surgery Center
11.2024 - Current
  • Provide intraoperative support across plastic surgery, general surgery, and GI cases.
  • Ensure the sterile processing and reassembly of instruments in accordance with industry protocols.
  • Prepare and organize surgical trays specific to scheduled procedures.
  • Mentored new surgical technologists, sharing expertise and fostering their growth within the profession.
  • Supported smooth transitions between surgeries by promptly preparing the operating room for subsequent cases.
  • Support surgeons and clinical staff in maintaining sterile field integrity throughout operations.
  • Assist in patient recovery and discharge procedures with a focus on safety and comfort.
  • Prepared operating rooms with required instruments, ensuring efficient setup for various surgical cases.

Surgical Technologist Student Rotation

Kaiser Permanente
02.2024 - 07.2024
  • Exhibited advanced critical thinking skills by meticulously maintaining precise intra-operative counts and effectively establishing sterile fields across a wide range of medical specialties including; Cardio-thoracic, Ophthalmic, OB/GYN, ENT, Genitourinary, labor & delivery, and general surgery. Proactively anticipate surgeons' needs to ensure smooth operations. Managed safe medication handling and strictly adhered to facility protocols / procedures. Supported various surgical procedures and applied post-surgery dressings, ensuring optimal patient care.
  • 600+ hrs.

Recreation Leader

City of Lynwood
04.2022 - 02.2024
  • Arranged and monitored recreational activities, events, and programs. Enforced rules and regulations of recreational facilities to maintain discipline and ensure safety. Organized, led, and promoted interest in recreational activities such as arts, crafts, sports, games, camping, and swimming.
  • Developed positive and productive relationships with kids, parents and staff.
  • Transitioned participants between activities, rest periods and field trips.

Education

Associate Degree - Surgical Technology

American Career College
Los Angeles, CA
07.2024

Diploma -

Lynwood High School
Lynwood, CA
06.2022

Skills

  • Surgical Instrumentation & Tray Setup
  • Sterile Technique & Infection Control
  • Patient Preparation & Discharge
  • Operative Room Protocol
  • Critical Thinking & Problem Solving
  • Team Collaboration & Communication
  • Fast Learner & Adaptable
  • Patient Safety Advocacy
  • Aseptic techniques
  • Setting up and operating equipment
  • Surgical assistance

Certification

  • NCCT Certification, National Center for Competency Testing (May 2024)
  • NBSTSA CST Certification – July 2024 - July 2026
  • BLS (Basic Life Support), American Heart Association (December 2023 - December 2025)
  • Fire Safety, LA Command (November 2-23 – November 2027)

LANGUAGES:

English
Spanish

Timeline

Surgical Technologist

Southern California Surgery Center
11.2024 - Current

Surgical Technologist Student Rotation

Kaiser Permanente
02.2024 - 07.2024

Recreation Leader

City of Lynwood
04.2022 - 02.2024

Associate Degree - Surgical Technology

American Career College

Diploma -

Lynwood High School

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