Amber Sedlacko
Hartville,OH
Summary
Meticulous Surgical Assistant bringing practiced experience assisting with diverse operating room functions. Anticipates and addresses surgeon's needs from operating room setup and sterilization to draping patient and passing instruments during surgery. Models medical teamwork and physical stamina.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Surgical Technologist
Novus Eye Surgery Center
02.2024 - Current
- Maintained high infection control standards.
- Prepared operating rooms with required instruments, ensuring efficient setup for various surgical cases.
- Minimized infection risks by strictly adhering to aseptic techniques when handling surgical supplies and equipment.
- Assisted surgeons in complex procedures for optimal patient outcomes and reduced recovery time.
- Demonstrated exceptional adaptability when faced with unexpected challenges or changes during surgery, responding quickly without compromising patient safety or procedural success.
Surgical Technologist/non-certified
Carp Cosmetics
01.2024 - 02.2024
- Maintained high infection control standards.
- Prepared operating rooms with required instruments, ensuring efficient setup for various surgical cases.
- Minimized infection risks by strictly adhering to aseptic techniques when handling surgical supplies and equipment.
- Increased efficiency during surgeries by anticipating surgeon''s needs and providing timely assistance.
- Sterilized instruments and disposed of medical supplies and waste following OSHA guidelines.
- Managed operating room setup by cleaning and sterilizing instruments and surfaces, maintaining supply inventories, and organizing surgical tools.
Surgical Dental Assistant
Dr Bryan Scott DDS
10.2018 - 10.2023
- Assisted in complex surgical procedures, showcasing strong dexterity and knowledge of dental anatomy.
- Maintained detailed records regarding treatment plans, progress notes, and consent forms to ensure continuity of care across visits.
- Ensured optimal patient safety through vigilant monitoring during surgeries and timely assistance to the surgeon.
- Upheld strict compliance with infection control protocols, ensuring a clean and safe environment for patients and staff alike.
- Aided in precise diagnosis by efficiently performing diagnostic imaging tasks such as x-rays and impressions.
- Delivered compassionate post-operative care, addressing concerns promptly and offering support throughout the healing process.
- Improved surgical efficiency with timely sterilization and organization of dental instruments.
- Actively contributed to a positive and productive work environment by fostering strong relationships with colleagues and promoting teamwork.
- Measured and recorded vital statistics by taking patients' blood pressure, temperature, and pulse.
Surgical Assistant
Arlington Oral Surgery
10.2001 - 05.2018
- Provided compassionate care to patients throughout their surgical experience, easing anxiety and ensuring comfort.
- Arranged supplies and instrumentation to meet needs of individual surgeons and enhance team efficiency.
- Kept views unobstructed by retracting, sponging, and suctioning surgical sites.
- Assisted in complex surgical procedures, demonstrating adaptability and knowledge across multiple disciplines.
- Continually updated professional skills, staying abreast of the latest surgical techniques and technologies.
- Maintained accurate documentation of all surgical activities for record-keeping purposes and quality control analysis.
Education
No Degree - Surgical Technology
University of Akron
Akron, OHSkills
- Aseptic Techniques
- Sterile Technique Proficiency
- Surgical Instrument Knowledge
- Setting up and operating equipment
Timeline
Surgical Technologist
Novus Eye Surgery Center
02.2024 - Current
Surgical Technologist/non-certified
Carp Cosmetics
01.2024 - 02.2024
Surgical Dental Assistant
Dr Bryan Scott DDS
10.2018 - 10.2023
Surgical Assistant
Arlington Oral Surgery
10.2001 - 05.2018
No Degree - Surgical Technology
University of Akron