Safrin Momin

Motivated and skilled Certified Surgical Technologist with 8+ years of operating room experience and recent CSFA experience. Proven excellence in high-volume hospitals and specialty centers across Texas, supporting orthopedic, general, trauma, and robotic procedures. Skilled in anticipating surgeon needs, maintaining aseptic technique, and contributing to exceptional patient outcomes. Seeking to leverage advanced assisting skills in a dedicated First Assist role.

Certified Surgical First Assistant (CSFA) - Texas Orthopedic Hospital - Houston, TX

(2023-01)

• Performed first assist duties during orthopedic surgeries, including joint replacements, spinal procedures, and trauma cases.
• Actively assisted in laparoscopic and robotic surgeries, performing critical tasks such as trocar insertion, docking, undocking, and managing surgical tools.
• Collaborated closely with surgeons to ensure optimal exposure and retraction of tissues, enabling efficient and effective procedures.
• Took lead in hemostasis and wound closure by applying hemostatic agents and performing multi-layered closures with sutures, staples, and adhesives.
• Responded quickly and proactively to changes in the surgical plan, anticipating the surgeon's needs and adjusting actions as needed.
• Maintained a strict sterile field, ensuring compliance with aseptic protocols and supporting optimal patient outcomes.

Certified Surgical Technologist III - Methodist Hospital – Sugar Land, Memorial Hermann – Texas Medical Center, University of Texas Medical Branch (UTMB)

(2014-01)

• Prepared surgical environments by sterilizing instruments, organizing trays, and ensuring readiness for high-complexity orthopedic, trauma, robotic, and general surgeries.
• Maintained strict sterile field and followed aseptic protocols to minimize infection risk and ensure patient safety.
• Assisted surgeons directly by anticipating needs, passing instruments, performing retraction, and supporting tissue handling during procedures.
• Positioned patients for optimal surgical exposure, utilizing deep anatomical knowledge to minimize risks and enhance surgical precision.
• Managed post-op care by assisting with dressing application, patient transfer, and recovery monitoring.
• Collaborated effectively with multidisciplinary teams, contributing to seamless surgeries and improved patient outcomes.

Associate Degree in Surgical Technologist - Surgical Technology - Houston Community College (2011-01 - 2013-05)

Associate in Applied Science (Honors) - Applied Science - Houston Community College (2011-01 - 2013-05)