A Career in the Medical Field Helps Surg Tech Support Her Hometown Community
Natasha Roldan-Agbayani
Surgical Technologist
Q&A with Natasha Roldan-Agbayani, Surgical Technologist
Aiea native Natasha Roldan-Agbayani serves as a surgical technologist at Kapiolani Medical Center for Women & Children, where she is responsible for prepping the operating room with the equipment, supplies and instrumentation needed for a surgical procedure, as well as maintaining a sterile field throughout the procedure.
Her position also entails anticipating the surgeon's needs during the surgical procedure, which requires that she possess knowledge of the equipment, supplies and instrumentation.
Continue reading to learn more about Natasha and her role with Hawaii Pacific Health
Why did you want to work for Hawaii Pacific Health (HPH)?
Working at Kapiolani Medical Center allows me to help make the community that I grew up in a better place.
What do you most enjoy about your job?
My favorite thing about being a surgical technologist is that I learn something new every day, whether it be about the procedure, or if a surgeon prefers something over another.
Also, there are always people around who love what they do and are willing to help. Having coworkers who enjoy their job makes coming to work a hundred times easier.
Where did you attend high school and college?
I graduated from Aiea High School and then attended Pueblo Community College in Pueblo, Colorado, where I earned my associate's degree in applied science, surgical technology.
Is your current role at HPH helping you to pursue other career goals?
I want to make the world a better place, so I decided to pursue a career in the medical field.
The supportive, inviting work environment at Hawaii Pacific Health has helped me realize my goal.