Antoine Suggs
Lexington,KY
Summary
Certified Surgical First Assistant with strong focus on patient care. Proven ability to collaborate effectively with surgical teams, ensuring optimal outcomes. Adept at supporting surgeons during procedures and ensuring optimal patient outcomes. Adaptable to dynamic environments and skilled in surgical procedures, instrumentation, and sterile techniques. Reliable team member known for professionalism and dedication to achieving exceptional results.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified Surgical First Assistant
Aya Healthcare
02.2022 - 03.2023
- Assisted in various types of surgeries such as orthopedic, vascular, general surgery, gynecology or urology procedures tailoring assistance based on specific case requirements.
- Improved patient outcomes by assisting surgeons during complex procedures as a Certified Surgical First Assistant.
- Maintained strict adherence to hospital policies and regulations while providing exceptional surgical assistance, ensuring compliance with all relevant guidelines.
- Paid close attention to operating procedures for adherence to established surgical techniques.
- Assisted with transfer of patients from recovery room to operating room, providing care and support.
- Reduced surgery time with efficient anticipation of surgeon''s needs, resulting in faster patient recovery.
Certified Surgical First Assistant
CHI Saint Joseph Health
04.2017 - 01.2022
- Assisted in various types of surgeries such as orthopedic, vascular, general surgery, gynecology or urology procedures tailoring assistance based on specific case requirements.
- Reduced surgery time with efficient anticipation of surgeon''s needs, resulting in faster patient recovery.
- Improved patient outcomes by assisting surgeons during complex procedures as a Certified Surgical First Assistant.
- Contributed to the development of hospital protocols and guidelines for the role of the Certified Surgical First Assistant, promoting standardization and quality care across departments.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to create individualized care plans, contributing expertise as a Certified Surgical First Assistant and advocating for patient needs.
- Assisted in training new surgical assistants, sharing expertise and best practices for improved team performance.
- Promoted a culture of safety within the operating room, consistently following best practices and encouraging open communication among team members.
- Collaborated with surgical teams to develop innovative approaches for surgical procedures, optimizing patient care.
Surgical Technologist
Saint Joseph Hospital
09.2011 - 04.2017
- Assisted in various types of surgeries such as orthopedic, vascular, general surgery, gynecology or urology procedures tailoring assistance based on specific case requirements.
- Reduced surgery time with efficient anticipation of surgeon''s needs, resulting in faster patient recovery.
- Improved patient outcomes by assisting surgeons during complex procedures as a Certified Surgical First Assistant.
- Utilized strong problem-solving skills for effective troubleshooting during unexpected intraoperative challenges.
- Assisted in training new surgical assistants, sharing expertise and best practices for improved team performance.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current with industry advancements and enhance surgical skills.
- 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.
- Handled high-pressure situations calmly and efficiently, contributing to successful completion of critical surgeries.
- Demonstrated exceptional adaptability when faced with unexpected challenges or changes during surgery, responding quickly without compromising patient safety or procedural success.
- Mentored new surgical technologists, sharing expertise and fostering their growth within the profession.
Education
High School Diploma -
Greene Central High School
Snow Hill, NC06-1990
No Degree - Surgical Technology
Naval School of Health Sciences
Rockville, MD07-1995
Skills
- Minimally Invasive Techniques
- Neurosurgery
- General surgery
- Vascular surgery
- Surgical Suturing Techniques
- Operating room safety
- Intraoperative assistance
- Teamwork and cooperation
- Problem-solving
- Attention to detail
- Orthopedic surgery
Accomplishments
- Trained over 10 new surgical technologists.
- Built strong relationships with surgeons and learned set up preferences to streamline surgeries.
- Proctored 4 new Surgical First Assistants
Certification
- Surgical First Assistant-Certified (CSFA) - National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting.
- Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification - American Heart Association.
Timeline
Certified Surgical First Assistant
Aya Healthcare
02.2022 - 03.2023
Certified Surgical First Assistant
CHI Saint Joseph Health
04.2017 - 01.2022
Surgical Technologist
Saint Joseph Hospital
09.2011 - 04.2017
High School Diploma -
Greene Central High School
No Degree - Surgical Technology
Naval School of Health Sciences
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