Brittany Norwood

Lead Surgical Assistant

Winterholler Dentistry - Implant & General Dentist In Billings & Laurel

Billings, MT

07.2017 - 07.2025

Performed administrative tasks such as ordering supplies, maintaining equipment inventories, and scheduling tests for patients pre-operatively.
Supervised a team of assistants while providing guidance throughout the duration of each procedure.
Conducted pre-operative assessments on assigned patients including taking vital signs, reviewing medical history, assessing physical condition and recording results in patient charts.
Educated patients on postoperative care instructions prior to discharge from facility following surgery.
Collaborated with doctors to develop individualized treatment plans for each patient's needs.
Assisted operating room team with patient preparation and positioning prior to surgical procedures.
Maintained accurate records on each case including documenting operative findings, supplies used and any complications that arose during the procedure.
Provided direct assistance to surgeons by passing instruments, suturing tissue, retracting tissue and organs, and performing other duties under the direction of the surgeon.
Participated in continuing education activities related to new techniques or technologies in order to stay current on industry standards.
Welcomed patients upon arrival, led to surgical area and managed procedure preparations.
Developed effective strategies to streamline organizational performance, increase revenues and boost productivity.
Organized instruments and supplies to optimize surgical team efficiency.
Provided surgical support to help surgeon execute safe operations and procedures resulting in positive patient outcomes.
Educated patients on diagnoses, treatment plans and post-operative care by providing instructions on medication self-administration and home care.
Assisted doctors during diagnosis and treatment, as well as assisting during surgery.