Zachary Andrews
Certified Surgical Technologist
Monongahela
Summary
Experienced Certified Surgical Technologist with strong background in Orthopedics/Sports medicine. Adept in diverse traditional and robot-assisted procedures. Mission-oriented and committed to sustaining highest quality standards to achieve optimal patient outcomes.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
1
1
Language
Work History
Certified Surgical Technologist
Aya Healthcare
01.2024 - Current
- Collected, prepared and disposed of medical specimens.
- Operated, adjusted, and monitored diagnostic equipment and other machines used during procedures.
- Created safe operating environments for invasive and non-invasive procedures.
- Used sutures, staples, clips and other tools to close wounds.
- Created unobstructive operative fields by using retractors, sponges, and suction and irrigating equipment.
Certified Surgical Technologist
National Staffing Solutions
01.2023 - 01.2024
- Enhanced patient safety by maintaining a sterile surgical environment and adhering to strict protocols.
- Prepared instruments for terminal sterilization and reset surgical suites for next procedure.
- Gathered and set up equipment, tools, and supplies and arrange instruments according to surgeons' preferences or instruction.
- Introduced new staff members to training protocols regarding operating room procedures, infection control, safety standards, and overall facility policies.
Certified Surgical Technologist
Penn Highlands MonValley
02.2014 - 11.2019
- Collaborated closely with interdisciplinary teams for optimal patient care throughout the entire perioperative process.
- Achieved consistent performance evaluations through dedication to excellence in patient care, teamwork, and adherence to established protocols.
- Improved team communication through active participation in pre-and post-operative discussions, resulting in better patient outcomes.
- Expanded knowledge of surgical procedures through continuous professional development, staying current with industry advancements.
- Streamlined workflow by organizing instruments efficiently on the back table according to procedure requirements.
Central Sterile Processing Technician
Penn Highlands MonValley
01.2009 - 01.2014
- Promoted a culture of continuous improvement by identifying opportunities for process enhancements within the department.
- Supported successful surgeries by promptly addressing any issues or concerns related to instrument availability or condition.
- Enhanced department efficiency by implementing effective sterilization processes for surgical instruments and equipment.
- Streamlined workflow by effectively prioritizing tasks and managing time during high-volume periods.
Education
Associate of Science - Surgical Technology
Sanford–Brown
Monroeville, United States 05.2001 -
Skills
Infection control protocols
Preoperative preparation
Pre-surgical preparation
Documentation accuracy
Patient confidentiality
Biohazardous waste disposal
Specimen collection
Direct patient care
Wound dressing
Safe sharps disposal
Accomplishments
- Assisted in hundreds procedures over the last 12 years.
- Completed a plethora of hours in orthopedic surgery.
- Trained numerous new surgical technologists.
- Built strong relationships with surgeons and learned set up preferences to streamline surgeries.
- Achieved lower SSI through effectively helping with the testing of surgical instrumentation.
Certification
CST - Certified Surgical Technologist
Timeline
Certified Surgical Technologist
Aya Healthcare
01.2024 - Current
Certified Surgical Technologist
National Staffing Solutions
01.2023 - 01.2024
Certified Surgical Technologist
Penn Highlands MonValley
02.2014 - 11.2019
Central Sterile Processing Technician
Penn Highlands MonValley
01.2009 - 01.2014
Associate of Science - Surgical Technology
Sanford–Brown
05.2001 -