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SURGICAL ASSISTANT
Summary

Recently certified Radiologic Technologist with passion for Radiology, seeking to launch career. Experienced in capturing high-quality diagnostic images using stationary and mobile equipment, properly positioning patients and safeguarding patients against radiation exposure. Offering strong administrative skills and expertise in various electronic health record programs.

Skills
  • Charting expertise
  • Venipuncture and phlebotomy
  • Proper sterilization techniques
  • Documentation procedures expert
  • HIPAA compliance
  • Wound care and irrigation
  • Advanced anatomy knowledge
  • Professional bedside manner
  • Grooming and bathing assistance
  • Inventory and supply management
  • Patient feeding
  • Catheter change and preparation
  • Patient toileting
  • Understands medical procedures
  • Stocking supplies
  • Using a scale
  • Doppler proficiency
  • Medical terminology knowledge
  • Patient scheduling
  • Detail-oriented
  • IV discontinuation
  • EKG set up and monitoring
  • Foley catheters
  • Specimens collection and processing
  • Sterile technique
Experience
Company Name | City, StateSurgical Assistant08/2017 - Current
  • Provided surgical support to help [Type] surgeon execute safe operations and procedures resulting in positive patient outcomes.
  • Used hemostatic clamps, suture ligatures, and electrocautery equipment to control bleeding.
  • Dressed wounds with antiseptic compounds and sterile coverings to protect surgical sites and promote healing.
  • Assessed patients, performed [Type] tests and documented preliminary medical histories.
  • Reviewed physician orders to appropriately count and dispense pre-operative and post-operative medications.
  • Managed and maintained surgical suites by sterilizing equipment and [Task].
  • Set up equipment, tools and supplies needed for procedures and organize instruments as directed in surgeons' preference cards.
  • Helped prepare team by assisting with gowning and gloving of staff.
  • Executed remarkable dexterity assembling and monitoring tools to be used during surgery procedures.
  • Controlled bleeding during surgical procedures by clamping and ligating blood vessels.
  • Used diagnostic equipment and monitored patients during procedures using specialized machines.
  • Protected unobstructed views for surgical staff with use of retractors, sponges and suctioning equipment.
  • Used retractors, sponges and suctioning and irrigating equipment to create unobstructed operating fields.
  • Actualized inventory management procedures to control medications and supplies as well as to rotate stock and remove expired medications.
  • Organized instruments and supplies to optimize surgical team efficiency.
  • Created and maintained sterile operating fields to minimize infection risks.
  • Counted and recorded sponges, instruments, and needles at beginning and end of surgical procedures.
  • Facilitated invasive, non-invasive, and minimally-invasive procedures by creating safe and functional operating room environments.
  • Communicated with patients after surgery to assess recovery and mitigate complications.
  • Assisted physicians during diagnosis and treatment, as well as assisting during surgery.
  • Demonstrated ability to follow complex and comprehensive verbal and writtten instructions.
  • Pursued numerous learning opportunities in order to continuously expand core knowledge associated with surgical and technical procedures to advance patient care.
  • Demonstrated appropriate techniques to assist surgeons with closure of incisions.
  • Communicated with professionalism and compassion when interacting with surgical team and patients.
  • Exhibited confidence to work extremely well under pressure and with variety of physicians of different temperaments.
  • Cleaned and sterilized operating rooms.
  • Assisted surgeons in variety of minor and major surgical procedures with tasks such as [Task] and [Task].
  • Sanitized and maintained all surgical instruments and equipment by wiping with cleaning solution and [Action].
  • Organized supply room and ordered supplies and equipment as needed.
  • Handed instruments and supplies to surgeons during procedures.
  • Collected and prepared tissue specimens for laboratory analysis.
  • Closed wounds using sutures, staples and other tools.
  • Obeyed all established surgical techniques and procedures during operations.
Company Name | City, StatePhlebotomy Technician09/2015 - 08/2017
  • Operated equipment such as [Type] and [Type] to analyze bodily fluids for anomalies.
  • Processed [Number] hematology and chemistry samples daily, including manual reporting and quality reviews.
  • Maintained clean and fully operational laboratory equipment.
  • Conducted blood counts and other tests to support safe transfusion processes.
  • Performed EKGs, chemistry analysis, urinalysis and hematology for multiple patients daily.
  • Cleaned and sterilized lab area, tools and equipment.
  • Followed laboratory guidelines for handling biological specimens.
  • Followed strict aseptic techniques to protect patients when collecting blood and tissue samples.
  • Established and maintained positive relationships with government regulators, residents, families, other area health care providers, physicians and community at large.
  • Maintained fully-stocked phlebotomy cart, carrier, and station.
  • Treated blood-related chronic disorders by performing therapeutic phlebotomy.
  • Verified quality of specimens by centrifuging specimens for logistics courier to pickup.
  • Conducted bleeding time tests and updated results into paper or electronic charts.
  • Labeled blood vials with critical information like time of collection, date, and patient name.
  • Obtained variety of blood samples through venipuncture or capillary puncture using syringes, butterfly needles, and straight needles.
  • Counseled patients to ease fears, explain procedures and enhance cooperation during blood draws.
  • Traveled to over [Number] nursing facilities per [Timeframe] to collect blood and [Type] and [Type] specimens.
  • Built trust and minimized patient discomfort during phlebotomy procedures through [Task] and [Task].
  • Obtained blood samples for medical testing and transfusion through venipuncture or capillary puncture.
  • Enforced infection control and sharps disposal procedures to protect patients, co-workers and self.
  • Coordinated workflow based on stat, schedule, or outpatient needs.
  • Prepared blood-collecting equipment to draw blood and safely store and transport samples.
Company Name | City, StateMedical Assistant Family Practice/Vascular Surgeon01/2013 - 01/2015
  • Led patients to exam rooms, answered general questions and prepared patients for physician by explaining process.
  • Recorded vital signs and medical history for [Number] patients each [Timeframe].
  • Used [Type] software to process patient payments and update accounts.
  • Organized charts, documents and supplies to maintain team efficiency.
  • Checked patients in, collected and verified insurance information, compiled new patient forms, scheduled appointments and updated patient files.
  • Performed wide range of clerical tasks, including imaging, transcription and verifying work to keep office workflows running smoothly.
  • Assisted physicians by preparing patients for procedures, including but not limited to EKGs, phlebotomy, glucose testing and pulmonary function tests.
  • Performed front desk duties, including answering phones, scheduling appointments, greeting patients and ordering supplies.
  • Administered rapid tests such as [Type] and [Type] to help clinical staff assess conditions.
  • Assessed, documented and monitored vital signs for more than [Number] patients per day.
  • Supported functions for diagnostic and technical treatment procedures, including setting up and operating special medical equipment and apparatuses.
  • Performed routine tests such as urine dip stick, vision and hearing tests.
  • Conducted patient interviews to gather health history, vital signs and information about current medical issues.
  • Assisted with diagnostic testing by collecting and packaging biological specimens for internal and laboratory analyses.
  • Relayed messages from patients to physicians about concerns, condition updates or refill requests to facilitate effective treatment.
  • Prepared patients for examinations, taking vital signs and updating medical histories.
  • Assisted [Job title] in providing care to infants, children and adolescents.
  • Requested scripts from doctors and verified insurance and coding.
  • Positioned patients for optimal comfort before procedures.
  • Removed strip printout from equipment to obtain permanent record of internal examination.
  • Scheduled appointments for patients via phone and in person.
  • Assisted with technical treatments and entered information in patient records and charts.
  • Completed and submitted clinical documentation in accordance with agency guidelines.
  • Efficiently performed insurance verification and pre-certification and pre-authorization functions.
  • Interviewed patients to verify information, record medical history and confirm purpose of visit.
  • Maintained inventory, vaccination and product expiration logs to record updated documentation for tracking purposes.
  • Monitored patient stability by checking vital signs and weight.
  • Interviewed and engaged patients to obtain medical history, chief complaints and vital signs.
  • Coordinated services with medical and office staff to ensure patient satisfaction, engagement and compassionate care.
  • Acted as liaison between physician and patient, answering questions and delivering test results.
  • Completed basic physical assessments of [Type] and [Type] patients to provide optimal care.
  • Coordinated and executed proper medical waste disposal.
  • Sterilized medical equipment after each procedure.
  • Prepared, stained, cover slipped and catalogued cytology specimens.
  • Maintained clean and organized work area with adequate supplies and reagents.
  • Answered appointment calls.
  • Followed all principles of asepsis and infection control.
  • Educated patients about medications, procedures and physician's instructions.
  • Prepared treatment rooms for patients, including cleaning surfaces and restocking supplies.
  • Sterilized instruments and disposed of contaminated supplies in adherence to OSHA regulations.
  • Reviewed treatment sheets for completeness and accuracy.
  • Resolved and clarified issues with patient medications and collaborated with local pharmacies.
  • Sterilized medical instruments as needed.
  • Assisted patients in preparation for examinations, assessing and recording vital signs.
  • Took messages using Allscripts Touchworks.
  • Performed preliminary physical tests, such as taking blood pressure, weight and temperature, accurately recording results in patient history summary.
  • Communicated with patients by phone and via written correspondence.
  • Kept facility stocked with necessary supplies, equipment and instruments.
  • Tracked and managed inventory for exam rooms and maintained vaccine and expiration logs.
  • Improved patient care and daily task efficiency resulting in smoother operations.
Education and Training
Cleveland Clinic School of Diagnostic Imaging | CityAssociate of Applied Science in Radiologic TechnologyExpected in 05/2020
Cuyahoga Community College | CityAssociate of Applied Science in Radiologic TechnologyExpected in 05/2020
Sanford Brown | CityCertificate in Medical Assistant08/2005
Cuyahoga Valley Career Center | City, StateCertificate in Phlebotomy08/2006
Certifications
  • Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)
  • BLS - Basic Life Support
  • Current Phlebotomy certification
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Resume Overview

School Attended

  • Cleveland Clinic School of Diagnostic Imaging
  • Cuyahoga Community College
  • Sanford Brown
  • Cuyahoga Valley Career Center

Job Titles Held:

  • Surgical Assistant
  • Phlebotomy Technician
  • Medical Assistant Family Practice/Vascular Surgeon

Degrees

  • Associate of Applied Science in Radiologic Technology
    Associate of Applied Science in Radiologic Technology
    Certificate in Medical Assistant
    Certificate in Phlebotomy

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