Holly Ward
@hollyward
Certified Surgical Technologist and freelance digital illustrator blending clinical precision and creativity.
What I'm looking for
I am a Certified Surgical Technologist with extensive experience across surgical specialties—neuro, ortho, general, GYN, plastics, vascular, ophthalmic, thoracic, and urology—who brings meticulous attention to detail, instrumentation familiarity, and reliable perioperative support. I have specialized mainly in neurosurgery (spine) and am proficient in procedures such as craniotomies, TLIF, XLIF, ALIF, posterior cervical, ACDF, and scoliosis cases, and work confidently with instrumentation from Globus, Medtronic, NuVasive, K2M, Spinal USA, Stryker, and DePuy Synthes.
I also run a freelance digital illustration brand, SpectralFaun, creating original artwork, merchandise, and commissioned portraits while managing production, marketing, and client communication. I combine clinical discipline with creative problem-solving to deliver high-quality surgical support and distinctive visual art products that meet client and institutional needs.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Freelance Digital Illustrator
SpectralFaun (Self-Employed)
Jan 2024 - Present (1 year 10 months)
Create original nature-inspired artwork and merchandise, managing end-to-end production and sales channels while fulfilling custom portrait and character commissions. Designed booth displays and promotional materials for craft fairs and conventions, growing a direct-to-customer art brand.
Certified Surgical Technologist
Intermountain Health
Jun 2022 - Present (3 years 5 months)
Provided surgical technologist support across specialties including neuro, ortho, general, GYN, plastics, vascular, ophthalmic, thoracic, and urology, ensuring instrument readiness and assisting in complex spine and craniotomy procedures. Maintained sterile field and collaborated with surgical teams to optimize case flow and patient safety.
Certified Surgical Technologist
Billings Clinic
Jun 2018 - May 2022 (3 years 11 months)
Supported a broad range of surgical specialties with a focus on neurosurgery and spine cases, proficient in procedures such as craniotomies, TLIF, XLIF, ALIF, ACDF and scoliosis operations. Worked with instrumentation from major vendors and maintained sterile technique to support surgical outcomes.
Certified Surgical Technologist
Texas Health Harris Methodist Hospital
Jul 2015 - Jun 2018 (2 years 11 months)
Performed surgical technologist duties across specialties with emphasis on neurosurgery and spine procedures, preparing instrumentation and assisting in stealth-guided and non-stealth-guided cases. Ensured equipment familiarity and sterile field maintenance to support complex surgeries.
Bank Teller
Texas Trust Credit Union
Nov 2013 - Aug 2014 (9 months)
Managed high-value transactions and account services, maintaining accuracy and attention to detail to detect potential fraud and reconcile discrepancies. Delivered customer service while processing deposits, withdrawals, and account inquiries.
Retail Cashier
Westlake Ace Hardware
Aug 2011 - Oct 2013 (2 years 2 months)
Provided customer service and cashiering while building and arranging in-store displays, banners, and event signage; performed hands-on assembly of screens, furniture, and product displays to support merchandising.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Tarrant County College
Associate of Arts, General Studies
2010 - 2015
Completed an Associate of Arts program at Tarrant County College, covering general education coursework from 2010 to 2015.
Tech stack
Software and tools used professionally
Availability
Location
Authorized to work in
Job categories
Skills
Interested in hiring Holly?
You can contact Holly and 90k+ other talented remote workers on Himalayas.
Message HollyFind your dream job
Sign up now and join over 100,000 remote workers who receive personalized job alerts, curated job matches, and more for free!
