Independent Surgical First Assistant Contractor Resume Example

INDEPENDENT SURGICAL FIRST ASSISTANT CONTRACTOR

Professional Summary

Detail-oriented and knowledgeable Health Care Provider skilled at completing patient-facing and office-based tasks by applying strong multitasking and organizational abilities. Independent worker with extensive medical experience and fastidious nature dedicated to optimal patient care.

Skills

Educator
Patient Assessments
Insurance claims
Medical Records Management
Patient Scheduling
Payment collection
Monitoring patient progress
EMR / EHR

Teamwork
Conflict resolution
Relationship-Building
Training & Development
Interpersonal Communication
Customer Service
Chronic disease management

Work History

Independent Surgical First Assistant Contractor1994 to 03/2020Company Name, City, State

Verified identity of patient or operative site.
Paid close attention to operating procedures for adherence to established surgical techniques.
Minimized surgical bleeding with skilled ligation and clamping of blood vessels.
Clamped, ligated or cauterized blood vessels to control bleeding during surgical entry using hemostatic clamps, suture ligatures or electrocautery equipment.
Applied sutures, staples or other materials to close skin, facial or subcutaneous wound layers.
Quickly responded to emergency situations during procedures with life-saving aid.
Kept views unobstructed by retracting, sponging and suctioning surgical sites.
Protected patients from infection by setting up and managing sterile operating fields.
Applied antiseptics and sterile dressings to cover surgical locations and boost healing.

Certified Surgical Technologist2008 to 2020Company Name, City, State

Collected and documented patient medical information such as blood pressure and weight.
Gathered forms, copied insurance cards and collected patient information for billing and insurance filing.
Supported duties for diagnostic and technical treatment procedures, such as setting up and operating special medical equipment and apparatus.
Performed clerical duties, such as word processing, data entry, answering phones and filing.
Taught patients about medications, procedures and care plan instructions.
Obtained client medical history, including medication information, symptoms and allergies.
Prepared blood, urine, stool and sputum lab specimens for diagnostic evaluation.
Measured patient pulse oximetry.
Prepared patients for X-rays, electrocardiograms, suture removal and dressing changes.
Explained procedures to patients to reduce anxieties and increase patient cooperation.
Sanitized, restocked and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
Collaborated with medical and administrative personnel to maintain patient-focused, engaging and compassionate environment.
Assisted with routine checks and diagnostic testing by collecting and processing specimens.

Certified Surgical First Assistant2011 to 2013Company Name, City, State

Kept views unobstructed by retracting, sponging and suctioning surgical sites.
Quickly responded to emergency situations during procedures with life-saving aid.
Minimized surgical bleeding with skilled ligation and clamping of blood vessels.
Protected patients from infection by setting up and managing sterile operating fields.
Paid close attention to operating procedures for adherence to established surgical techniques.
Verified identity of patient or operative site.
Applied sutures, staples or other materials to close skin, facial or subcutaneous wound layers.
Clamped, ligated or cauterized blood vessels to control bleeding during surgical entry using hemostatic clamps, suture ligatures or electrocautery equipment.
Applied antiseptics and sterile dressings to cover surgical locations and boost healing.

Certified Surgical Technologist2003 to 2005Company Name, City, State

Collected and documented patient medical information such as blood pressure and weight.
Implemented care and efficiency improvements to support and enhance office operations.
Gathered forms, copied insurance cards, and collected patient information for billing and insurance filing.
Supported duties for diagnostic and technical treatment procedures, such as setting up and operating special medical equipment and apparatus.
Performed clerical duties, such as word processing, data entry, answering phones and filing.
Oriented and trained new staff on proper procedures and policies.
Obtained client medical history, including medication information, symptoms and allergies.
Prepared blood, urine, stool and sputum lab specimens for diagnostic evaluation.
Measured patient pulse oximetry.
Prepared patients for X-rays, electrocardiograms, suture removal and dressing changes.
Explained procedures to patients to reduce anxieties and increase patient cooperation.
Sanitized, restocked and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
Assisted with routine checks and diagnostic testing by collecting and processing specimens.

Education

Emperor's College Of Traditional And Oriental Medicine, CityDAOM, Acupuncture And Oriental Medicine, 03/2021

Institute Of Taoist Education And Acupuncture, CityMaster's Degree, Acupuncture, 06/2017

Naropa University, City, StateContemplative Psychology, 2012

Midlands Technical College, City, StateDiploma, Surgical Technology, 1988

Certifications

Certified Surgical First Assistant, NBSTSA - 2019-2023

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School Attended

Emperor's College Of Traditional And Oriental Medicine
Institute Of Taoist Education And Acupuncture
Naropa University
Midlands Technical College

Job Titles Held:

Independent Surgical First Assistant Contractor
Certified Surgical Technologist
Certified Surgical First Assistant

Degrees

DAOM , Acupuncture And Oriental Medicine 03/2021
Master's Degree , Acupuncture 06/2017
Contemplative Psychology , 2012
Diploma , Surgical Technology 1988

Independent Surgical First Assistant Contractor Resume Example

Resume Score: 80%

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