Ashley McClure
Gaffney,SC
Summary
Accomplished Certified Surgical Technologist with a proven track record at Bon Secours Hospital, enhancing operating room efficiency and safety. Skilled in pre-surgical preparation and infection control, with a knack for anticipating surgeon needs and calming patients. Demonstrates exceptional teamwork and procedural compliance, significantly contributing to successful surgical outcomes. Meticulous Surgical Technologist excited to bring 4-year background to growing organization. Knowledgeable in all aspects of surgery, including setting up operating rooms, preparing patients and assisting surgeons. Committed to maintaining highest standards of health and safety.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Certified Surgical Technologist
Bon Secours Hospital, St. Francis Eastside
06.2023 - Current
- Introduced new staff members to training protocols regarding operating room procedures, infection control, safety standards, and overall facility policies.
- Collected, prepared and disposed of medical specimens.
- Created unobstructive operative fields by using retractors, sponges, and suction and irrigating equipment.
- Created safe operating environments for invasive and non-invasive procedures.
- Controlled bleeding during procedures by applying hemostatic clamps, suture ligatures and electrocautery equipment.
- Setup operating and surgery rooms by preparing equipment and supplies for upcoming procedures.
- Gathered and set up equipment, tools, and supplies and arrange instruments according to surgeons' preferences or instruction.
- Anticipated surgeons needs and handed instruments and supplies to surgeons during procedures.
- Supported surgeons during C-Sections, D&C, Cerclage placement and removal, and vaginal deliveries.
Certified Surgical Technologist
Upstate Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
03.2021 - 06.2023
- Prepared instruments for terminal sterilization and reset surgical suites for next procedure.
- Decontaminated, cleaned, assembled, packaged, sterilized, stored, and distributed reusable surgical instrumentation and equipment.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
- Assisted surgeon in office oral surgeries, implant placement and removal.
- Performed general chair-side duties for oral surgery.
- Assisted surgeon during procedures by wiping up bodily fluids and handing over needed dental instruments.
- Calmed nervous patients by speaking softly, answering questions, and providing compassionate care.
- Educated patients prior to surgery regarding what to expect, how to treat pain and which side effects could occur.
- Greeted patients upon arrival to office and helped prepare for surgeries.
- Monitored patient comfort and safety during surgical procedures.
- Prepared patient X-rays and images for review by the doctor.
- Cleaned and sanitized dental tools and equipment, straightened treatment rooms, and restocked supplies to prep for next patient and maintain health and safety practices.
- Measured and recorded vital statistics by taking patients' blood pressure, temperature, and pulse.
Unit Secretary, Labor and Delivery
Spartanburg Regional Medical Center
10.2011 - 12.2020
- Answered phone calls and messages physicians and medical facility, scheduling appointments, and handling patient inquiries..
- Processed medical insurance claims and payments.
- Enhanced office productivity by handling high volume of callers per day.
- Supported office staff and operational requirements with administrative tasks.
- Monitored inventory levels and advised management of need for replenishment.
- Maintained patient confidentiality in line with HIPAA regulations.
- Managed office logistics by scheduling appointments, maintaining files and collecting payments.
- Performed various administrative tasks by filing, copying and faxing documents.
- Frequently double-checked patient histories and current information while scheduling follow-ups and other appointments.
- Obtained payments from patients and scanned identification and insurance cards.
Education
Certification - Certified Surgical Technologist
Spartanburg Technical College
Spartanburg, SC07.2020
High School Diploma -
Chapman High School
Inman, SC05.2007
Skills
- Pre- and post-surgical counts
- Pre-surgical preparation
- Biohazardous waste disposal
- Infection control protocols
- Wound Dressing
- Setting up and operating equipment
- Safe sharps disposal
- OB procedures
- Specimen Collection
Timeline
Certified Surgical Technologist
Bon Secours Hospital, St. Francis Eastside
06.2023 - Current
Certified Surgical Technologist
Upstate Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
03.2021 - 06.2023
Unit Secretary, Labor and Delivery
Spartanburg Regional Medical Center
10.2011 - 12.2020
Certification - Certified Surgical Technologist
Spartanburg Technical College
High School Diploma -
Chapman High School
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