Yusef Huggins

Highly skilled surgical technologist with a passion for patient care and extensive knowledge of operating room procedures. Seeking rewarding opportunities to contribute expertise and support medical teams.

Kaiser Permanente Los Angeles Medical

Center | Los Angeles, CA

Certified Surgical Technologist

10/2020 - Current

• Set up equipment, tools and supplies for procedures and organize instruments as directed in surgeons' preference cards (most surgical specialties).
• Assisted surgeon by passing instruments and sterile supplies throughout operation.
• Counted sponges, needles and instruments before and after operation.
• Collaborated with vendors and service providers to coordinate required services and equipment.
• Prepared day surgery and operating rooms for patients by ordering and stocking equipment and supplies.
• Trained new staff members on operating room procedures, infection control and safety and functionality procedures.

Banner University Medical Center Tucson |

Tucson, AZ

Certified Surgical Technologist

01/2017 - 10/2020

• Assist surgeon during general operative and invasive procedures.

Procedures including but not limited to ortho, spine, bariatric, and MIS

(minimally invasive surgeries).

• Ensure operating suite is adequately prepared for procedure.
• Monitor PAR levels of all surgical instruments and supplies.
• May clean and sterilize all surgical instruments.
• Participate in departmental staff meetings and performance improvement activities.

Brown Mackie College Tucson- Surgical Technologist Certification