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Audrianna Sholey

Edinburg,Pennsylvania

Summary

As a passionate and driven young woman, and mother of two; I pride myself in working hard and never stopping until I reach every goal I have. Experienced Surgical Assistant and OR Coordinator with relevant background in assisting surgeons during operations, ensuring equipment functionality and patient preparation. Strengths include deep knowledge of surgical procedures, strong communication skills with team members, and commitment to maintaining a sterile environment. Past roles have demonstrated ability to adapt quickly in emergency scenarios contributing to successful procedures and improved patient outcomes.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Surgical Assistant/Hospital Coordinator/Implant Co

North Pittsburgh Oral Surgery
Pittsburgh, PA
02.2023 - Current
  • Communicated with professionalism and compassion when interacting with surgical team and patients.
  • Assisted surgeons in variety of minor and major surgical procedures.
  • Performed pre-operative and post-operative examinations to check patients' vitals and health status.
  • Exhibited confidence to work extremely well under pressure and with variety of physicians of different temperaments.
  • Demonstrated appropriate techniques to assist surgeons with closure of incisions.
  • Communicated with patients after surgery to assess recovery and mitigate complications.
  • Created and maintained sterile operating fields to minimize infection risks.
  • Educated patients on diagnoses, treatment plans and post-operative care by providing instructions on medication self-administration and home care.
  • Analyzed patient chart data and identification to verify accurate information.
  • Follows complex and comprehensive verbal and written instructions.
  • Set up equipment, tools and supplies for procedures and organize instruments as directed in surgeons' preference cards.
  • Sanitized and maintained surgical instruments and equipment to minimize infection risks.
  • Used retractors, sponges and suctioning and irrigating equipment to create unobstructed operating fields.
  • Obeyed established surgical techniques and procedures during operations.
  • Pursued numerous learning opportunities in order to continuously expand core knowledge associated with surgical and technical procedures to advance patient care.
  • Actualized inventory management procedures to control medications and supplies as well as to rotate stock and remove expired medications.
  • Conducted regular training sessions for staff members on new software programs or processes.
  • Maintained calendars of upcoming events, meetings and deadlines.
  • Assisted with the development of marketing campaigns aimed at increasing sales volume.
  • Collaborated with vendors to arrange contracts for services or products needed by the organization.
  • Resolved customer complaints in a timely manner while upholding company standards.
  • Managed day-to-day operations of the department including scheduling tasks and assigning duties.
  • Participated in meetings with physicians, nurses, coders, billing personnel., regarding denial prevention initiatives.
  • Sent out treatment letters, procedure costs to patients.
  • Coordinated all large dollar amount cases with myself, the surgeon and restoring dentist.
  • Kept all communications and schedules organized
  • Assisted in prepping operating room for surgery by sterilizing instruments and setting up equipment.
  • Maintained sterile environment in the operating room during surgical procedures.
  • Provided assistance to surgeons, circulating nurses, and anesthesiologists with patient positioning, draping, and preparation of operative sites.
  • Gathered and passed instruments to surgeon during operation.
  • Performed suturing techniques under direct supervision of a surgeon.
  • Kept accurate records of all supplies used during surgeries.
  • Monitored patient vital signs and reported changes to the medical team as necessary.
  • Transported patients to recovery area after completion of surgery.
  • Assisted with post-operative wound care including packing, dressing changes, irrigation and debridement when needed.
  • Administered medications as prescribed by physician or nurse practitioner prior to surgery.
  • Ensured that all necessary documents were completed accurately before each procedure.
  • Organized instrument trays for specific types of surgeries.
  • Observed patient's condition throughout procedure and reported any unusual findings or symptoms to the medical staff immediately.
  • Cleansed surgical instruments following use in order to ensure safe storage.
  • Reviewed patient charts prior to surgery in order to be aware of their conditions or allergies.
  • Provided surgical support to help surgeon execute safe operations and procedures resulting in positive patient outcomes.
  • Created reports of patient visits, cancellations, wait times, and other scheduling metrics.
  • Provided support to medical staff with scheduling needs and inquiries.
  • Performed data entry tasks and maintained accurate records of patients' appointments.
  • Managed incoming calls from patients seeking appointments or requesting changes to existing ones.
  • Coordinated with insurance companies to verify coverage for scheduled procedures.
  • Communicated effectively with clinical staff about upcoming appointments and changes in availability.
  • Maintained confidentiality of all protected health information related to patients' care.
  • Assisted in training new employees on scheduling operations and processes.
  • Handled incoming calls and directed callers to appropriate department or employee.
  • Answered phones and routed voicemails to respective employees.
  • Received and distributed mail, letters and packages.

Orthodontic Assistant

Spokane Orthodontics
New Castle, PA
02.2022 - 02.2023
  • Sanitized workstations and salon equipment to reduce risk of infection.
  • Pre-booked future appointments to increase repeat business.
  • Pursued continuing education and training to stay up to date with new trends and techniques.
  • Cultivated strong value-added relationships with customers by delivering accurate service and product knowledge to drive earnings.
  • Attached wiring for braces and advised patient on how to properly and gently brush and floss.
  • Provided chairside assistance by handing Orthodontists instruments during surgeries and procedures.
  • Made impressions of teeth for mouth guards and other oral fixtures.
  • Protected patients by sterilizing instruments and equipment between every consultation.
  • Prepared and polished patients' teeth before having braces installed.
  • Maintained master calendar and scheduled new appointments based on provider availability.
  • Took preliminary impressions of patient teeth to prepare for custom impressions and fabrication of permanent dental work.
  • Educated patients on techniques to optimize oral hygiene, control plaque and protect teeth and gums.
  • Performed minor orthodontic procedures such as suture removal and rubber dam placement.
  • Assisted with fitting and adjusting orthodontic appliances and materials like bands, brackets, wires and retainers for patients.
  • Exposed dental diagnostic x-rays.
  • Gathered and documented patient medical and dental histories and vital signs.
  • Educated patients on postoperative and general oral health care by suggesting warm saltwater rinsing, pain medication dosage, flossing methods, brushing techniques.

Paralegal

King and Huffines Attorney's at Law
Beaver, PA
05.2019 - 01.2021
  • Organized client calendars, prepared mailings and handled high call volumes.
  • Identified and analyzed legal documents, discoveries and contracts.
  • Participated in client interviews, observed questioning process and documented information.
  • Filed pleadings and paperwork with court clerk to meet strict deadlines.
  • Reduced workflow downtime by effectively organizing and managing client billing and case management files.
  • Entered client data into computer to manage records and customer relationships
  • Mailed and arranged for delivery of legal correspondence to clients, witnesses and court officials.
  • Handled telephone calls, meeting plans and conference organization requirements.
  • Maintained knowledge on case status by reviewing relevant records and reporting back to clients.
  • Corresponded daily with clients, insurance adjusters, doctors and attorneys.
  • Drafted legal complaints, summons and interrogatories.
  • Redacted confidential information from legal documents on case-by-case basis.
  • Oversaw legal team appointments, hearing and depositions schedules.
  • Used computer databases, credit reports, and tax and legal filings to locate persons and compile information for investigations.
  • Produced well-researched and articulate legal briefs, pleadings and statements.
  • Analyzed law sources, including statutes, recorded judicial decisions, legal articles, constitutions and legal codes.
  • Completed case research via LexisNexis and Westlaw databases.
  • Enhanced trial proceedings by organizing evidence and scheduling witnesses to optimize case preparation for successful outcomes.
  • Met with clients and other legal professionals to discuss case details.
  • Contacted witnesses to testify under oath at court hearings.
  • Trained staff on office procedures and case-specific duties.
  • Attended administrative hearings to provide viable information and identify additional actions needed.
  • Interviewed clients and obtained vital case information to support associates.
  • Managed outside counsel budgets and internal legal fee reports for agencies.
  • Managed contract intake and review for large vendor agreements.
  • Maintained contract database with relevant information for categorization and easy access.
  • Investigated potential copyright infringements and trademarks as part of ongoing litigation support.

Education

License - Cosmetology

Laurel Technical Institute - Sharon
Sharon, PA
11.2021

Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice

Arizona State University
Tempe, AZ
05.2018

Associate of Arts - Criminology

Arizona State University
Tempe, AZ
05.2016

Skills

  • Business management
  • Computer Skills
  • Meeting planning
  • Business writing
  • Legal administrative support
  • Resourceful
  • Meticulous attention to detail
  • Understands grammar
  • Self-starter
  • Dedicated team player
  • Professional and mature
  • Pre-surgical preparation
  • Preoperative Checklists
  • Stress management techniques
  • Pre- and post-surgical counts
  • Surgical support
  • Suture cutting
  • Hospital Pre-Screenings
  • Anatomy and physiology understanding
  • Infection control protocols
  • Patient identification
  • Critical thinking abilities
  • Organizational abilities

Certification

  • Xray Certification
  • CPR Certification
  • BLS Certification
  • OSHA Bloodborne Pathogens/Infectious Disease Control Certificate

Accomplishments

  • (2) Certificates of Appreciation from North Pittsburgh Oral Surgery

Affiliations

  • Making memories with my 2 children

Timeline

Surgical Assistant/Hospital Coordinator/Implant Co

North Pittsburgh Oral Surgery
02.2023 - Current

Orthodontic Assistant

Spokane Orthodontics
02.2022 - 02.2023

Paralegal

King and Huffines Attorney's at Law
05.2019 - 01.2021

License - Cosmetology

Laurel Technical Institute - Sharon

Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice

Arizona State University

Associate of Arts - Criminology

Arizona State University

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