Lindsay Ridley
Jonesboro
Summary
Dynamic Surgical Technologist with extensive experience at St. Bernards Health Care, excelling in infection control and pre-surgical preparation. Proven ability to enhance patient outcomes through effective teamwork and communication. Skilled in aseptic techniques and proficient in HIPAA compliance, ensuring a safe and efficient surgical environment.
Driven Surgical Technologist offering over 10 years of experience in ambulatory and hospital settings. As well as over a year in assisting in Neuro Surgery. Well-versed in sports medicine, total joint replacement, general surgery and plastic surgery procedures. Proven leader and instrumental in developing new total joint replacement programs and educating staff on new policies, procedures, and equipment. Eager to take next career step with growing organization offering opportunities for professional development and advancement.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Surgical Technologist
St.Bernards Health Care
02.2018 - 04.2025
- Assisted in Neuro Surgery
- Delivered exemplary assistance and support to surgeons during general, gynecological, orthopedic, neurological, and plastic surgery procedures.
- Decontaminated, cleaned, assembled, packaged, sterilized, stored, and distributed reusable surgical instrumentation and equipment.
- Setup operating and surgery rooms by preparing equipment and supplies for upcoming procedures.
- Maintained high infection control standards.
- Worked with vendors for speedy procurement of services and equipment.
- Maintained specialty equipment, implant, and instrumentation inventories.
- Introduced new staff members to training protocols regarding operating room procedures, infection control, safety standards, and overall facility policies.
- Managed operating room setup by cleaning and sterilizing instruments and surfaces, maintaining supply inventories, and organizing surgical tools.
- Provided comprehensive support to surgeons specializing in sports medicine, total joint replacement, spine, and orthopedic trauma treatment.
- Evaluated procedure needs and set up equipment, tools, supplies, and instruments.
- Operated, adjusted, and monitored diagnostic equipment and other machines used during procedures.
- Maintained daily workflow, coordinating with operating room staff to prepare for scheduled and emergency cases.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
- Supported surgeons during cosmetic surgeries, gynecological and orthopedic procedures and general appointments.
- Sterilized instruments and equipment for specific procedures and arranged for surgeons.
- Gathered and set up equipment, tools, and supplies and arrange instruments according to surgeons' preferences or instruction.
- Reduced infection risks and protected patients by maintaining sterile fields during procedures.
- Passed instruments and supplies to surgical team members to provide surgeons with necessary tools to complete procedures.
- Transported patients to and from surgeries to promote timely operating room turnover.
- Contributed to team-based problem-solving to resolve issues that arose during surgery and improve patient outcomes.
- Positioned patients and set up drapes to create comfortable surgical environment for patients.
- Prepared sterile solutions to support surgical processes and helped physicians scrub in for procedures.
- Completed continuing education units, staying up to date on surgical technology and meeting organizational requirements.
- Cleaned and maintained operating equipment to keep resources in good working condition and ready for use.
- Handled and prepared specimens for laboratory analysis to provide surgeons with relevant information.
Surgical Technologist
Trinity Mother Frances Hospital
11.2016 - 06.2017
- Delivered exemplary assistance and support to surgeons during general, gynecological, orthopedic, neurological, and plastic surgery procedures.
- Decontaminated, cleaned, assembled, packaged, sterilized, stored, and distributed reusable surgical instrumentation and equipment.
- Setup operating and surgery rooms by preparing equipment and supplies for upcoming procedures.
- Maintained high infection control standards.
- Worked with vendors for speedy procurement of services and equipment.
- Maintained specialty equipment, implant, and instrumentation inventories.
- Introduced new staff members to training protocols regarding operating room procedures, infection control, safety standards, and overall facility policies.
- Managed operating room setup by cleaning and sterilizing instruments and surfaces, maintaining supply inventories, and organizing surgical tools.
- Provided comprehensive support to surgeons specializing in sports medicine, total joint replacement, spine, and orthopedic trauma treatment.
- Evaluated procedure needs and set up equipment, tools, supplies, and instruments.
- Operated, adjusted, and monitored diagnostic equipment and other machines used during procedures.
- Maintained daily workflow, coordinating with operating room staff to prepare for scheduled and emergency cases.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
- Supported surgeons during cosmetic surgeries, gynecological and orthopedic procedures and general appointments.
- Sterilized instruments and equipment for specific procedures and arranged for surgeons.
- Gathered and set up equipment, tools, and supplies and arrange instruments according to surgeons' preferences or instruction.
- Educated patients on expected side effects and discomfort levels post-surgery.
- Reduced infection risks and protected patients by maintaining sterile fields during procedures.
- Passed instruments and supplies to surgical team members to provide surgeons with necessary tools to complete procedures.
- Transported patients to and from surgeries to promote timely operating room turnover.
- Maintained records to document patient medical history and surgical procedure notes.
- Provided wound care post-operatively to promote healing and reduce risk of infections.
- Contributed to team-based problem-solving to resolve issues that arose during surgery and improve patient outcomes.
- Selected and purchased equipment for surgical procedures.
- Positioned patients and set up drapes to create comfortable surgical environment for patients.
- Prepared sterile solutions to support surgical processes and helped physicians scrub in for procedures.
- Completed continuing education units, staying up to date on surgical technology and meeting organizational requirements.
- Cleaned and maintained operating equipment to keep resources in good working condition and ready for use.
- Handled and prepared specimens for laboratory analysis to provide surgeons with relevant information.
Surgical Technologist
Methodist Medical Center
10.2015 - 10.2016
- Delivered exemplary assistance and support to surgeons during general, gynecological, orthopedic, neurological, and plastic surgery procedures.
- Decontaminated, cleaned, assembled, packaged, sterilized, stored, and distributed reusable surgical instrumentation and equipment.
- Setup operating and surgery rooms by preparing equipment and supplies for upcoming procedures.
- Maintained high infection control standards.
- Worked with vendors for speedy procurement of services and equipment.
- Maintained specialty equipment, implant, and instrumentation inventories.
- Introduced new staff members to training protocols regarding operating room procedures, infection control, safety standards, and overall facility policies.
Surgical Technologist
Trinity Mother Frances Hospital
03.2012 - 09.2015
- Delivered exemplary assistance and support to surgeons during general, gynecological, orthopedic, neurological, and plastic surgery procedures.
- Decontaminated, cleaned, assembled, packaged, sterilized, stored, and distributed reusable surgical instrumentation and equipment.
- Setup operating and surgery rooms by preparing equipment and supplies for upcoming procedures.
- Developed strong organizational and communication skills through coursework and volunteer activities.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Acted as a team leader in group projects, delegating tasks and providing feedback.
Education
No Degree - Certified Nursing Assistant
Nursing Assistant Program
Fort Worth, TX05-2010
High School Diploma -
North Crowley High School
Fort Worth, TX05-2004
Skills
- Biohazardous waste disposal
- Safely disposing of needles
- Collecting medical specimens
- HIPAA proficiency
- Passing surgical tools
- Pre-surgical preparation
- Patient confidentiality
- Setting up and operating equipment
- Preparing for surgeries
- Infection control protocols
- Safety protocols expertise
- Aseptic and sterilization techniques
Timeline
Surgical Technologist
St.Bernards Health Care
02.2018 - 04.2025
Surgical Technologist
Trinity Mother Frances Hospital
11.2016 - 06.2017
Surgical Technologist
Methodist Medical Center
10.2015 - 10.2016
Surgical Technologist
Trinity Mother Frances Hospital
03.2012 - 09.2015
No Degree - Certified Nursing Assistant
Nursing Assistant Program
High School Diploma -
North Crowley High School
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