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Charles Kellum

Newton,NJ

Summary

Driven Surgical Technologist offering five years' experience in ambulatory and hospital settings. Well-versed in sports medicine, total joint replacement and trauma procedures. Proven leader and instrumental in developing new total joint replacement programs and educating staff on new policies, procedures and equipment. Eager to take next career step with growing organization offering opportunities for professional development and advancement. I worked a little over four years for an orthopedic surgeon as assistant fulltime. My life was non stop ortho from the clinic setting and surgical setting. From working on both sides I have developed a strong background in ortho. I learned how to talk to surgeons first hand being with them non stop day after day, so I know what they like and what the do not like . I feel my skills could help y'all in the future.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Traveling Certified Surgical Technologist

Medical Solutions
07.2023 - Current
  • Gathered and set up equipment, tools, and supplies and arrange instruments according to surgeons' preferences or instruction.
  • Passed instruments and supplies to surgical team members to provide surgeons with necessary tools to complete procedures.
  • Positioned patients and set up drapes to create comfortable surgical environment for patients.
  • Reduced infection risks and protected patients by maintaining sterile fields during procedures.
  • Worked with vendors for speedy procurement of services and equipment.
  • Kept views unobstructed by retracting, sponging, and suctioning surgical sites.
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
  • Worked flexible hours across night, weekend and holiday shifts.

Traveling Certified Surgical Technologist

Trustaff Travel Nursing
03.2023 - 07.2023
  • Gathered and set up equipment, tools, and supplies and arrange instruments according to surgeons' preferences or instruction.
  • Passed instruments and supplies to surgical team members to provide surgeons with necessary tools to complete procedures.
  • Positioned patients and set up drapes to create comfortable surgical environment for patients.
  • Reduced infection risks and protected patients by maintaining sterile fields during procedures.
  • Worked with vendors for speedy procurement of services and equipment.

First Assistant/Certified Surgical Technologist

Ochsner Rush Health
08.2022 - 03.2023
  • Anticipated surgeons needs and handed instruments and supplies to surgeons during procedures.
  • 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.
  • Maintained high infection control standards.
  • Collected, prepared and disposed of medical specimens.
  • Used sutures, staples, clips and other tools to close wounds.
  • Completed [Number] total joint replacement procedures per month.
  • Worked with vendors for speedy procurement of services and equipment.

Certified Surgical Technologist

Rush Foundation Hospital
12.2018 - 07.2022
  • Anticipated surgeons needs and handed instruments and supplies to surgeons during procedures.
  • Setup operating and surgery rooms by preparing equipment and supplies for upcoming procedures.
  • Collected, prepared and disposed of medical specimens.
  • Used sutures, staples, clips and other tools to close wounds.
  • Controlled bleeding during procedures by applying hemostatic clamps, suture ligatures and electrocautery equipment.
  • Worked with vendors for speedy procurement of services and equipment.

Education

Associate of Applied Science - Surgical Technology

East Central Community College
Decatur, MS
12.2018

Associate of Science - Science

East Central Community College
Decatur, MS
05.2018

Skills

  • Teamwork and Collaboration
  • Specimen Preparation
  • Critical Thinking
  • Equipment Operation
  • Attention to Detail
  • Setting up and Operating Equipment
  • Arthroscopic Joint Surgery
  • Equipment Troubleshooting
  • Pre-Surgical Preparation
  • Flexible and Adaptable
  • Work Prioritization
  • Wound Dressing Techniques
  • Patient Positioning
  • Safety Procedures

Certification

  • CST - Certified Surgical Technologist
  • Certified surgical assistant , absa - 2021

Golf and hunting

In most of my free time i am spending time with my  family, but when im not im on the golf course or in the woods somewhere.

Timeline

Traveling Certified Surgical Technologist

Medical Solutions
07.2023 - Current

Traveling Certified Surgical Technologist

Trustaff Travel Nursing
03.2023 - 07.2023

First Assistant/Certified Surgical Technologist

Ochsner Rush Health
08.2022 - 03.2023

Certified Surgical Technologist

Rush Foundation Hospital
12.2018 - 07.2022

Associate of Applied Science - Surgical Technology

East Central Community College

Associate of Science - Science

East Central Community College

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