Karrie Story

Certified Surgical Technologist III with over 16 years of orthopedic operating room experience specializing in shoulder procedures, sports medicine, total joint arthroplasty, revision, and trauma surgery. Extensive experience supporting surgeons and collaborating with medical device representatives in high-volume orthopedic environments. Recognized for clinical leadership, efficiency in complex cases, and strong communication skills.

Seeking to transition into a Clinical Specialist or Medical Device Representative role utilizing advanced orthopedic knowledge, surgical workflow expertise, and established surgeon relationships.

Certified Surgical Technologist III – Orthopedic Service Line - Texas Orthopedic Hospital - Houston, TX

(2022-08)

• Provide surgical assistance in high-volume orthopedic cases including shoulder reconstruction, sports medicine, total joints, revision, and trauma procedures.
• Collaborate closely with surgeons and medical device representatives to support instrumentation, implant workflow, and intraoperative efficiency.
• Selected for complex orthopedic cases due to technical expertise and ability to maintain efficiency in high-acuity environments.
• Support case preparation, instrumentation readiness, and workflow coordination for optimal surgical outcomes.
• Mentor surgical technologists and assist with staff training in orthopedic procedures and workflow.

Travel Certified Surgical Technologist III – Orthopedics - Sacred Heart Hospital - Pensacola, FL

(2021-11 - 2022-03)

• Supported orthopedic surgical teams in high-volume travel assignment environment.
• Adapted quickly to surgeon preferences, instrumentation systems, and facility protocols.
• Assisted with orthopedic and sports medicine procedures across multiple surgical teams.

Certified Surgical Technologist III - Memorial Hermann Hospital - Houston, TX

(2018-01 - 2021-06)

• Provided surgical support for orthopedic, spine, and general procedures in high-acuity hospital setting.
• Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to maintain efficient workflow and patient safety.
• Selected for specialty orthopedic teams based on experience and strong team collaboration.

Certified Surgical Technologist II – Senior Surgical Technologist - Timeless Plastic Surgery - Sugar Land, TX

(2012-11 - 2018-11)

• Senior surgical technologist in private surgical practice managing procedural workflow and case preparation.
• Assisted physician with procedures, patient preparation, and follow-up care.
• Supported clinical and aesthetic procedures including laser treatments and injectable assistance.

Surgical Technology Program - Surgical Technology - Sanford Brown College