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Surgical Technologist First Assistant Medical Assistant resume example with 20+ years of experience

Jessica Claire
  • Montgomery Street, San Francisco, CA 94105 609 Johnson Ave., 49204, Tulsa, OK
  • H: (555) 432-1000
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Summary

Hard working, eager to learn new areas, reliable, works well with others and also independently.

Skills
  • Research experience
  • Laboratory results management
  • Phlebotomy
  • Specimen handling
  • Documentation requirements
  • Cleaning equipment operations
  • Accurate labeling
  • Organization
  • Coaching and mentoring
  • Patient support and assistance
  • Infection control standards
  • Taking vital signs
  • Test preparation
Experience
Surgical Technologist First Assistant/Medical Assistant, 11/2013 - Current
A.O. Fox Oneonta, NY,
  • Assist with all cesarean deliveries.
  • Checked patients in, compiled new patient forms, scheduled appointments and updated patient files.
  • Assisted with diagnostic testing by collecting and packaging biological specimens for internal and laboratory analyses.
  • Lead patients to exam rooms, answered general questions and prepared patients for physician by explaining process.
  • Performed wide range of clerical tasks, including imaging, transcription and verifying work to keep office workflow's running smoothly.
  • Recorded vital signs and medical history for 30 to 40 patients each day.
  • Supported functions for diagnostic and technical treatment procedures, including setting up and operating special medical equipment.
  • Performed routine tests such as urine dip stick, blood draws and genetic testing.
  • Performed front desk duties, including answering phones, scheduling appointments, greeting patients and ordering supplies.
  • Organized charts, documents and supplies to maintain team efficiency.
  • Schedule surgeries and inductions.
  • Process and sterilize medical instruments as needed.
  • Contributed to efficient office operations by triaging patients by severity of medical complaint.
  • On in office surgery days, pre-op patients, assisting during surgery, and than post op patient care.

Surgical Technologist, 02/2010 - 10/2013
Mayo Clinic Gilmanton, WI,
  • Reviewed surgical requirements and prepped operating room with appropriate tools, equipment and instruments.
  • Collected and prepared tissue specimens for laboratory analysis.
  • Cleaned and sterilized surgical sites and managed supply inventory and organization.
  • Adhered to OSHA protocols when sterilizing instruments, discarding medical supplies and disposing of waste.
  • Trained six staff members on operating room procedures, infection control and over safety and functionality procedures.
  • Set up equipment, tools and supplies needed for procedures and organize instruments as directed in surgeons' preference cards.
  • Handed instruments and supplies to surgeons during procedures.
  • Used retractors, sponges and suctioning and irrigating equipment to create unobstructed operating fields.
  • Counted and recorded sponges, instruments, and needles at beginning and end of surgical procedures.
  • Cleaned and sterilized operating rooms.
  • Maintained reusable surgical instrumentation and equipment, including decontamination, cleaning, sterilizing, storing and distributing.
  • Adhered to infection control standards and reported any hazards.
Certified Clinical Research Coordinator, 02/2002 - 02/2010
Munson Medical Center Suttons Bay, MI,
  • Obtained informed consent from research subjects and guardians to explain possible side-effects and potential outcomes of Insomnia research.
  • Conducted informed consent presentations and maintained documentation.
  • Managed clinical research trials involving sleep disorders.
  • Recruited volunteers for studies by advertising.
  • Adhered to standards in all areas, including data collection, research protocols and regulatory reporting.
  • Collected, processed and delivered specimens from trial participants.
  • Successfully led key projects which resulted in new medication being approved and sent to market to help sleep
Certified Surgical Technologist, 02/1997 - 01/2002
NCH Hospital City, STATE,
  • Handed instruments and supplies to surgeons during procedures.
  • Collected and prepared tissue specimens for laboratory analysis.
  • Facilitated invasive, non-invasive, and minimally-invasive procedures by creating safe and functional operating room environments.
  • Used hemostatic clamps, suture ligatures, and electrocautery equipment to control bleeding.
  • Cleaned and sterilized operating rooms.
  • Counted and recorded sponges, instruments, and needles at beginning and end of surgical procedures.
  • Used diagnostic equipment and monitored patients during procedures using specialized machines.
  • Work with general, gynecology, urology, vascular, neurology, othropedic, and plastic surgery.
  • Set up equipment, tools and supplies needed for procedures and organize instruments as directed in surgeons' preference cards.
Education and Training
Associate of Science: Surgical Technology, Expected in 06/1996
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Baker College - Flint, MI
GPA:
Certifications

Certified Surgical Technologist,

Certified Research Coordinator

BSLS

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School Attended

  • Baker College

Job Titles Held:

  • Surgical Technologist First Assistant/Medical Assistant
  • Surgical Technologist
  • Certified Clinical Research Coordinator
  • Certified Surgical Technologist

Degrees

  • Associate of Science

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