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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
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Experience
Winona Health | Winona , MNSurgical 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.
Kisco Senior Living, Llc | Palm Beach Gardens , FLPhlebotomy 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.
Parma Community General Hospital | 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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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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