Armida Gonzalez
Lakemoor
Summary
Skilled OB Scrub Technician with hands-on experience in providing surgical assistance during obstetrical procedures. Strong understanding of pre-operative, peri-operative and post-operative patient care protocols, showcasing exceptional skills in maintaining a sterile environment and assisting surgeons efficiently. Known for professionalism, critical thinking abilities, and strong work ethic. Made significant contributions in improving operating room efficiency and safety standards in previous roles.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
OB Scrub Technician
Advocate Good Shepherd Hospital
Barrington
08.2020 - Current
- Performed routine maintenance on medical equipment such as endoscopes, laparoscopes, power tools, monitors, suction machines.
- Prepared the operating room for scheduled procedures by gathering supplies, verifying expiration dates of medications, and ensuring adequate stock levels.
- Responded quickly to requests from surgeons for additional equipment or supplies during procedures.
- Ensured that all instruments were clean and properly sterilized before use.
- Cooperated with other staff members in order to provide optimal patient care.
- Maintained a sterile field by setting up surgical instruments, supplies, and equipment according to established protocols.
- Provided assistance during surgery with opening packages of sterile supplies and passing instruments to surgeons as needed.
- Documented all activities related to instrument reprocessing accurately in log books or databases.
- Followed infection control policies while handling contaminated materials and disposing them appropriately in designated areas.
Secretary
Advocate Good Shepherd Hospital
Barrington
08.2020 - Current
- Organized and maintained filing systems for important documents.
- Maintained filing systems for confidential documents; organized files for easy retrieval of information when requested.
- Answered incoming phone calls, responded to inquiries and transferred calls as needed.
- Performed data entry into computer systems; ensured accuracy of all entered information.
- Updated contact lists on a regular basis; created new contacts as needed.
- Provided assistance with onboarding new employees by preparing orientation materials.
- Responded to customer inquiries via email or telephone in a polite and professional manner.
- Handled confidential documents with discretion.
- Organized and maintained executive calendars, including scheduling meetings, travel arrangements and conference calls.
- Ordered supplies as needed; tracked inventory levels and placed orders with vendors when necessary.
- Greeted visitors in a professional manner and directed them to appropriate personnel or offices.
- Coordinated meeting logistics such as room reservations and catering services.
- Coordinated communications, taking calls, responding to emails and interfacing with clients.
- Answered telephone calls to give information to callers, take messages or transfer calls to appropriate individuals.
CNA
Inverness Rehave
Palatine
01.2017 - 02.2019
- Maintained a clean, safe environment for the patient by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
- Performed vital sign assessments, such as taking blood pressure and temperature.
- Educated patients on self-care techniques that would help them maintain their independence.
- Answered patient call lights promptly and responded to requests appropriately.
Education
Associate of Science -
Harper College
Palatine05-2017
Skills
- Equipment maintenance
- Surgical instrument handling
- Sterilization techniques
- Infection control
- Operating room preparation
- Supply management
- Time management
- Critical thinking
- Problem solving
- Team collaboration
- Communication skills
- Patient care
- Attention to detail
- Confidentiality compliance
- OB surgical procedures
- Continuous learning commitment
- Obstetric procedures
- Healthcare regulations
- Heartsaver first aid CPR AED (first aid CPR AED)
- Surgical procedures
- Flexible and adaptable
Accomplishments
- Tech of the year honors award won twice, the first one was in 2020, and my second was this year 2025
Certification
- Certified Nursing Assistant
- BLS provider Certificate
Languages
English
Native/ Bilingual
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
Timeline
OB Scrub Technician
Advocate Good Shepherd Hospital
08.2020 - Current
Secretary
Advocate Good Shepherd Hospital
08.2020 - Current
CNA
Inverness Rehave
01.2017 - 02.2019
Associate of Science -
Harper College