Certified Surgical Technologist Resume Samples
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15046 Thalia Crest
Detroit
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+1 (555) 217 4395
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Experience
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Phoenix, AZ
Certified Surgical Technologist
Phoenix, AZ
Collier-Buckridge
Phoenix, AZ
Certified Surgical Technologist
- Assists nurse manager in areas delegated
- Assists other members of the team with terminal cleaning of room in readiness of next patient
- Helps create a healthy, energized environment where colleagues support each other to better patient care and satisfaction
- Assists with preparing, transporting, positioning and draping patients
- Assisting the surgeon within scope of practice
- Helps create a healthy, energized environment where colleagues support each other to better patient care and satisfaction by
- Facilitates schedule with the OR and CS to provide efficient flow and completion of surgery schedule
New York, NY
Certified Surgical Technologist Day
New York, NY
Schmidt, Wilderman and Crist
New York, NY
Certified Surgical Technologist Day
- Adheres to aseptic practices providing and maintaining a safe environment
- Performs duties according to department specific expectations as identified and assigned
- Functions in the role of assistant as necessary under the direct supervision of the surgeon
- Handles and processes surgical specimens according to established policy/procedure
- Assists with patient care activities under the direct supervision of the Registered Nurse
- Certification in Surgical Technology
- Completion of an accredited Surgical Technology program
present
San Francisco, CA
Certified Surgical Technologist L&D / Days
San Francisco, CA
Robel-Simonis
present
San Francisco, CA
Certified Surgical Technologist L&D / Days
present
- Communicates, interacts and participates in teamwork on the unit
- Demonstrates knowledge and respect of the patients’ right to privacy and protection of patient confidentiality
- Communicates and participates in patient care activities in direct conjunction with the Registered Nurse
- Works directly under the delegation and supervision of the Charge Nurse/Labor & Delivery Director to assist with the orientation and education of Surgical Technologist
- Maintains responsibility for timely reporting, to the Charge Nurse/Labor & Delivery Director, any equipment issues, supplies and instrumentation concerns as expressed to them by the physician
- Assist Circulator nurse in the preparation
- Other duties as assigned
Education
Education
Bachelor’s Degree in Confidentiality
Bachelor’s Degree in Confidentiality
Iowa State University
Bachelor’s Degree in Confidentiality
Skills
Skills
- Able to use calculator and be proficient at addition and multiplication
- Professionalism: Performs, participates, implements and evaluates personal performance, opportunities for personal growth and ability to change
- Exhibits dependability, reliability and functions independently in crisis situations in a calm manner
- Demonstrates good judgment and excellent clinical skills
- Strong medical skills and knowledge
- Demonstrates the ability to scrub all varieties of cases and seeks opportunities to increase own knowledge when possible
- Strong attention to detail
- Able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served in his/her area
- Solid documentation and assessment skills
- Highly organized
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Certified Surgical Technologist Resume Examples & Samples
- 2+ years of relevant experience
- Surgical Technologist certification
- BLS, AST membership & certification
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Certified Surgical Technologist Resume Examples & Samples
- Serves as scrub person during operative procedures
- Anticipates surgeon’s needs and supplies appropriate instruments, suture and specialty items
- Maintains aseptic technique during all sterile procedures
- Assures proper identification and handling of specimens
- Completes all required sponge, sharps and instrument counts
- Follows appropriate action in emergency situations
- Adheres to standards of clinical practice and patient care appropriate to the age of the patients
- Assists in transfer/positioning of patients
- Collaborates with the MD and circulating nurse to provide care for each patient
- Respects the confidentiality of all information
- Cleans, replenishes and sterilizes instruments and supplies as needed
- Participates in the evaluation of new equipment or supplies
- Assists other members of the team with terminal cleaning of room in readiness of next patient
- Communicate pertinent patient data to other members of the health care team in a timely fashion
- Helps create a healthy, energized environment where colleagues support each other to better patient care and satisfaction
- Current Certification of Surgical Technologist
- 2 years of operating room experience with knowledge of AORN standards
- Ability to effectively use technology
- Ability to work effectively with and integrated interests of various discipline. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Strong interpersonal skills to maintain effective relationships with stakeholders and customers
- Outpatient surgery experience
- Successful experience with establishing an environment of collaborative patient-centered care for surgical patients
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Certified Surgical Technologist L&D / Days Resume Examples & Samples
- Demonstrates knowledge and respect of the patients’ right to privacy and protection of patient confidentiality
- Works directly under the delegation and supervision of the Charge Nurse/Labor & Delivery Director to assist with the orientation and education of Surgical Technologist
- Works directly under the supervision of the circulator nurse assigned to the case to ensure all supplies, equipment, and instrumentation needed to perform assigned procedures, as per physician’s preference card, are gathered prior to the start of the case
- Certified Surgical Technologist required. Certification must be from
- If hired prior to January 1, 2016 he/she will be grandfathered in and will not be required to attain national certification to be allowed to continue working
- Graduate from an accredited educational program for Surgical Technologist
- Nursing Assisting Certification
- Health care experience preferred
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Certified Surgical Technologist / PRN Resume Examples & Samples
- Works directly under the supervision of the circulator nurse assigned to the case to ensure all supplies, equipment, and instrumentation needed to perform assigned procedures, as per physician's preference card, are gathered prior to the start of the case
- Assist Circulator nurse in the preparation of surgical procedures in a timely manner to allow for counts and equipment checks prior to the patient entering the OR
- Knowledge of aseptic techniques and demonstration of that knowledge in the operating room
- Assist the circulator nurse with marking, on the preference card, supplies utilized/opened during the procedure for proper billing of the case
- Other duties as assigned within scope of practice
- Intermediated level after completion of surgical technologist program
- Ability to precept Surgical Tech I, as directed
- Associate's Degree Surgical Technologist
- Specialty certification and training (CST - Certified Surgical Tech)
- Minimum of two years of operating room experience
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Certified Surgical Technologist / Days Resume Examples & Samples
- Maintains knowledge of surgical specialties and ability to scrub for Plastics, General, ENT, GYN, Orthopedic, Pediatric, Neurosurgery, Vascular, Cardiovascular, Urology and Ophthalmology procedures
- Knowledge of sterilization methods and demonstration of that knowledge in the operation room
- Demonstrates effective communication skills when interacting with physicians, patients, and all other members of the healthcare team
- Assist with review and correction of the preference card hard copy to ensure physician's preference cards are current and legible
- Consistently displays positive behavior and communication and interaction with all members of the health care team
- Graduate of a Surgical Technologist program or 5 years of verifiable on the job experience as a surgical technologist
- Specialty knowledge in minimum of four fields
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Certified Surgical Technologist / Cst-prn Resume Examples & Samples
- The Surgical Technician shall be responsible for preparing the operating rooms for surgery using appropriate techniques, providing technical services, and performing in the operating room as assigned and directed
- Facilitates schedule with the OR and CS to provide efficient flow and completion of surgery schedule
- Certificate of graduation from an accredited School of Surgical Technology or military equivalent
- Minimum 1-2 years of experience, preferably in an OR unit
- Orthopedic general surgery experience preferred
- Experience in procedural areas a plus (ex: Cath lab or endoscopy)
- Robotic experience a plus
- Team player with a strong commitment to providing superior patient care
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Certified Surgical Technologist Resume Examples & Samples
- Experience as a Surgical Technologist preferred
- Able to work in stressful conditions
- Ability to relate well with patients, physicians, visitors, hospital staff and regulatory bodies
- Demonstrates good judgment and excellent clinical skills
- Able to prioritize,organize and use time efficiently and wisely
- Able to adjust to changes and implement changes with a positive attitude and support VRBH policies, procedures and service excellence standards
- Exhibits dependability, reliability and functions independently in crisis situations in a calm manner
- Acts as a preceptor or resource person as needed
- No limitations on standing, lifting 40 pounds, bending and walking, ability to work in wet/moist, cold/hot environment
- Able to perform repetitive motions with right and left hands and arms
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Certified Surgical Technologist Resume Examples & Samples
- The Certified Surgical Technologists (CST) participates as a surgical team member by using the RN assessments
- They implement the plan and evaluate the surgical procedure needs during the patient’s surgical intervention
- The ability to plan, scrub, and organize surgical procedure need is demonstrated
- Competencies of required skills and knowledge are maintained
- Completion of Surgical Technologist Program
- New graduates will be considered, pending successful CST certification (dependent upon unit)
- Strong clinical knowledge base in related area – 1 year scrubbing on all procedures required
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Certified Surgical Technologist Resume Examples & Samples
- Current Certification as Surgical Technologist
- Ability to effectively use technology and medical/surgical terminology. Knowledge of safe surgery processes
- Ability to work effectively surgical team and anticipates next steps. Excellent verbal communication skills. Strong interpersonal, collaboration and organizational skills
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Certified Surgical Technologist Resume Examples & Samples
- Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) license (or military equivalent) required upon hire
- Current CPR certification required
- Ability to be on-call, including nights, weekends and holidays
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Certified Surgical Technologist Resume Examples & Samples
- High degree of confidentiality
- Positive interpersonal skills
- Ability to function in a fast-paced environment
- Knowledge of surgical technology
- Comfortable working independently and as a member of a team
- Previous CST experience
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Certified Surgical Technologist Resume Examples & Samples
- 1+ year of experience a Surgical Technologist
- Knowledge of Surgical Technology
- Orthopedic background
- Previous experience working in an Operating Room setting
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Certified Surgical Technologist Resume Examples & Samples
- Ability to correlate clinical data with patient’s care under the direction of the Clinical Leader/Registered Nurse
- Ability to set priorities and perform in a multi-specialty surgical scope including but not limited to Orthopedic, Ophthalmology, Podiatry, ENT, Pain management, and GYN
- Ability to communicate well with patients, families, Teammates, physicians, other members of the healthcare team, etc
- Recognizes legal and policy limits of individual practice
- Ability to function in all required areas of the OR setting including central supply and processing
- Detailed job description available during interview process
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Certified Surgical Technologist Resume Examples & Samples
- CST handles the equipment, instruments and supplies during surgery as well as protect the sterile area. They must have a clear understanding of the surgical procedure being performed which will help the scrub tech to anticipate any needs of the surgeon. The list of duties for a scrub technologist also includes
- Makes sure all supplies and equipment needed for surgical procedure are present and in working order
- Sets up a sterile field and operating room table with the proper instruments, equipment, supplies and any medication or solutions needed for the surgical procedure
- Assists other team members with terminal cleaning of the operating room and preps for next patient
- Prior Experience as an ORT preferred
- Current Surgical Technologist certification
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Certified Surgical Technologist Resume Examples & Samples
- Functioning independently in the scrub role as part of the surgical team
- Setting up surgical instruments and equipment
- Assembling supplies, instruments, and equipment necessary for procedures
- Ensuring aseptic technique is maintained throughout procedure
- Quickly and accurately supplying the items the surgeon needs during surgery
- Assisting the surgeon within scope of practice
- Adhering to policies of the facility and accrediting bodies
- Current Surgical Technologist certification required
- Prior Experience as a CST required
- Successful completion of BCLS Course within 90 days of employment or documentation of current BCLS certification required
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Certified Surgical Technologist Resume Examples & Samples
- CST handles the equipment, instruments and supplies during surgery as well as protects the sterile area
- They must have a clear understanding of the surgical procedure being performed which will help the scrub tech to anticipate any needs of the surgeon. The list of duties for a scrub technologist also includes
- Ability to set priorities, focus and stay on task
- Utilizes time effectively
- Prior Experience required
- Successful completion of BCLS Course within 90 days of employment or documentation of current BCLS certification Ability to set priorities
- Highly motivated, self-starter, who anticipates the needs of the physicians, teammates, and patients
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Certified Surgical Technologist Resume Examples & Samples
- Minimum one year OR experience
- Experience with all patient age groups
- This position needs to be able to recognize the needs and behavior of a variety of age groups of patients treated including
- Understanding child growth and development
- Normal patterns of adolescent behavior
- Signs of normal aging
- Prior experience with a variety of age groups is preferred
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Certified Surgical Technologist Resume Examples & Samples
- High school education or equivalent
- NYS Surgical Technologist Certification
- BLS Certification
- One year of previous Operating Room experience
- Must live within 10 minutes of hospital radius for OR call
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Certified Surgical Technologist Resume Examples & Samples
- Functioning independently in the scrub tech role as part of the surgical team
- Minimum two years OR experience
- Experience with all patient age groups and prefer experience with the following specialties: ortho, neuro, GYN, general, podiatry, pain management, GI, urology
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Certified Surgical Technologist Resume Examples & Samples
- Maintains environmental controls and takes appropriate precautions regarding waste disposal
- Ensures appropriate and safe use of equipment and instrumentation prior, during and post-operatively. "Second assists" as needed under the direction of the surgeon. Correctly holds retractors as prescribed by the supervising physician; anticipates the need for surgical equipment and supplies and secures same. Checks and or troubleshoots equipment for proper functioning prior to use and removes malfunctioning equipment for repair
- Associate's Degree in Surgical Technology, required
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Certified Surgical Technologist Resume Examples & Samples
- Graduation from a Surgical Technology Program accredited by the Committee on Allied Health Education and Accreditation (CAAHEP) or other program accredited by the Liaison Council on Certification for the Surgical Technologist or completion of a Surgical Technician Military Training program
- Operating Room experience for candidates who have graduated from an accredited Surgical Technology Program or have completed other accredited programs by the Liaison Council on Certification for the Surgical Technologist or completion of a Surgical Technician Military Training program
- Candidates with equivalent other or at least six months of on the job clinical training must have minimum one year operating room experience scrubbing on surgical procedures
- Experience scrubbing independently in at least three surgical specialties; e.g. general surgery, orthopedics, urology, cardiac/vascular, ENT, ophalmology, neurosurgery, etc
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Certified Surgical Technologist Resume Examples & Samples
- Prepares the operating room and the sterile field for surgical procedures by preparing sterile supplies, instruments, and equipment using sterile technique
- Demonstrates knowledge of human anatomy and pathophysiology and how it relates to the patient and surgical procedure
- Performs tasks in the sterile field
- Performs in the role of scrub nurse according to the plan of patient care and departmental staffing needs
- Adheres to aseptic practices providing and maintaining a safe environment
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Certified Surgical Technologist Resume Examples & Samples
- Graduate of a Surgical Assisting program accredited through ARCST and recognized by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP) or graduate of an accredited school of Surgical Technology with certification as a Surgical Assistant by the NBSTSA (National Board of Surgical technology and Surgical Assisting
- Unlicensed Assistive Person (UAP) in the appropriate state(s) upon hire or within 3 months of hire date
- Certified as a Certified Surgical First Assist by the NBSTSA (National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting)
- Current BLS within 3 months of hire or transfer
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Certified Surgical Technologist Day / Evening Resume Examples & Samples
- Is a member of the group to orient new associates
- Plans for and prepares necessary instruments, supplies, and equipment required for surgical procedures
- Performs skin prep as directed
- Performs scrub duties such as handling of instruments, holding retractors, cutting sutures, and maintaining a sterile field
- Previous Operating Room experience helpful
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Certified Surgical Technologist Resume Examples & Samples
- 2-3 Years of Orthopedic OR experience preferred
- Certification Required
- Strong knowledge of Total Joint Replacement Surgery and Spine Surgery
- Moderate to heavy work: Exerting in excess of 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or in excess of 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or in excess of 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects
- Strong patient centered approach with emphasis on providing exemplary and world-class customer service
- Meticulous attention to detail – Your eye for detail should be matched by excellent communication skills and the ability to think on your feet
- Supports the use of evidence based guidelines and organizational policies and procedures to promote safe patient care and a safe practice environment
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Certified Surgical Technologist Day Resume Examples & Samples
- Anticipates usual and unexpected events during the surgical procedure and responds in an efficient manner
- Functions in the role of assistant as necessary under the direct supervision of the surgeon
- In lieu of attending and completing an accredited Surgical Technology program, must possess 15 years of experience as a Surgical Technologist
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Certified Surgical Technologist Resume Examples & Samples
- Fulfills the essential functions of the Surgical Technologist in Training
- Prepares for scheduled, emergent, urgent and add on operative procedures by insuring necessary equipment, instruments and supplies are available and ready for use
- Maintains an accurate count of sponges, needles, sharps, instruments, drugs and fluids on the sterile field
- Must be able to work in a stressful environment, have good manual dexterity and must be able to work rapidly
- Demonstrated excellent customer service skills
- Minimum of two (2) years surgical technologist experience
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Certified Surgical Technologist Resume Examples & Samples
- Demonstrates knowledge of aseptic technique by adhering to Salem Health policies and procedures relating to asepsis; functions as a role model for others
- Demonstrates the ability to scrub all varieties of cases and seeks opportunities to increase own knowledge when possible
- Demonstrates knowledge and understanding of the care and processing OR equipment and assists with the care of special items
- Willingly assists in the orientation of new personnel, teaching instrumentation and draping for a variety of cases
- Effectively assists in patient care duties in assigned room when not in the scrub role
- Utilizes unassigned time without direction by assisting Surgical Assistants and others in the department as needed
- Demonstrates competency in delivery of care based on the patient care plan. Performs nursing skills following Salem Hospital policies and procedures utilizing appropriate resources and demonstrates knowledge of age-specific behaviors when caring for patients
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Certified Surgical Technologist Resume Examples & Samples
- Functions as a certified scrub technician in the operating room/ procedure room under the direction of the Registered Nurse
- Assists with gowning and gloving other members of the surgical team
- Assists with the preparation of the operating room for surgical procedures
- Assists with skin preparations and with draping of patients
- Removes drapes at end of procedure, cleanses the patients of prep solution and applies dressing as needed
- Cleans and/or disinfects instruments and equipment after use and returns it to the proper area for storage or processing
- Differentiates sterilization methods required for specific instruments and equipment
- Demonstrates ability to understand use, function, interpretation, documentation, and record-keeping of chemical and biological indicators related to instrument and equipment high-level disinfection and sterilization processes
- Demonstrates understanding of operating room/procedure room technical equipment according to manufacturer’s guidelines, policy and procedures
- Assists with stocking, replenishing and preparation of supplies
- Updates knowledge in surgical techniques and related nursing care
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Certified Surgical Technologist Resume Examples & Samples
- Delivers safe patient care as directed by the Registered Nurse and according to facility policy and procedure
- Demonstrates ability to meet patients and family's learning needs as identified in the plan of care under the direction of the Clinical Leader/Registered Nurse
- Demonstrates appropriate knowledge and competence of designated skills identified for position
- Displays teamwork, accountability, and integrity
- Contributes to continuous improvement of care at the facility
- Upholds and practices the principles and policies of the SCA/SCSD compliance
- Is committed to service excellence
- Graduate of a recognized and accredited Operating Room Technician Program (Required)
- BLS Certification (Required)
- 2 years as an experienced ORT (Preferred), Orthopedic experience (Preferred)
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Certified Surgical Technologist First Assistant Resume Examples & Samples
- Ability to anticipate the needs of the surgeon and other team members with respect to the requirements of a particular surgical procedure
- Maintain working knowledge of all operating room procedures with respect to attire, infection control, and individual requirements and recommended practices of compliance
- Keeps abreast of new technology with respect to surgical intervention and its pertinence to patient management
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Certified Surgical Technologist Resume Examples & Samples
- College degree in directly related medical technology /healthcare area, or two year Surgical Technologist degree and equivalent education and training. CPR/BLS. Current Certification as Surgical Technologist (CST)
- Four or more years of progressively more difficult surgical cases in the operating room as a Surgical Technologist with knowledge of AORN standards. Outpatient surgery experience and knowledge of a large variety of surgical procedures
- Proven ability to effectively use technology and medical/surgical terminology. Knowledge of surgical equipment and safe surgery processes. Skilled with Aseptic Technique
- Proven ability to work effectively in surgical team and independently anticipate next steps. Excellent verbal communication and professional bedside manner. Strong interpersonal, collaboration and organizational skills. Physical stamina. Dexterity. Stress-management skills. Detail orientated. Successful experience with establishing an environment of collaborative patient-centered care for surgical patients. Proven decision and problem solving skills
- Bachelor’s degree in related healthcare area
- Epic skills. Excellent organization skills
- Preceptor and mentoring skills
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Certified Surgical Technologist Resume Examples & Samples
- Understanding of aseptic principles
- Oral communication skills to communicate appropriately with the entire surgical team
- Written skills for appropriate documentation
- Ability to work with peers in a team manner
- Able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served in his/her area
- Ability to communicate effectively with patients and personnel
- Positive customer service
- Able to use calculator and be proficient at addition and multiplication
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Certified Surgical Technologist Resume Examples & Samples
- Certified First Assistant (CSFA) by the National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA); or
- Certified Surgical Assistant (CSA) by the National Surgical Assistants Association (NSAA); or
- Surgical Assistant-Certified (SA-C) by the American Board of Surgical Assisting (ABSA); or
- Assistant at Surgery-Certified (AS-C) by the National Assistant Surgery Council (NASC)
