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Kathryn Colegrove

Lebanon,OH

Summary

Board Certified Surgical First Assistant with thirteen (13) years experience in the surgical field. Highly-motivated, team-oriented and compassionate, with experience in different specialties including Orthopedic, Plastics, and ENT. I have experience working in a surgery center atmosphere where efficiency while taking the best care of my patients is key. I'm excited to bring expertise to a growing organization.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Certified Surgical First Assistant

Kettering Health Main Campus
11.2016 - Current
  • Provide aid in exposure, hemostasis, wound closure, and other perioperative functions to help the surgeon and surgical team carry out a safe operation with optimal results for the patient.
  • Participate in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current with industry advancements and to enhance surgical skills.
  • Reduce surgery time with efficient anticipation of surgeon's needs, resulting in faster patient recovery.

Certified Surgical Technologist

Kettering Health Main Campus
07.2011 - 11.2016
  • Assumed responsibility for setting up and passing instruments, holding retractors, assisting the surgeon, and assisting with circulating duties as necessary; Observed and maintained aseptic technique at all times; Assisted in preparing the operating room for procedure; Maintained working knowledge of assembly and function of surgical instrumentation and equipment; Assisted with skin preparation and draping of patient; Completed required sponge, needle and instrument counts; Anticipated the needs and instruments of the surgeon during an operation; Handled and care for surgical specimens according to policy/procedure.
  • Reduced surgery time by effectively anticipating surgeon''s needs and providing timely assistance.
  • Mentored junior staff members on proper techniques and best practices within the field of surgical technology, promoting professional growth among peers.

Instrument Technician

Kettering Health Hamilton
09.2010 - 07.2011
  • Utilized advanced automated cleaning systems for efficient removal of organic matter from complex instruments.
  • Conducted thorough manual cleaning processes for delicate or specialized equipment not suitable for machine washing.
  • Maintained comprehensive records of instrument usage, repairs, and sterilization cycles to ensure regulatory compliance.
  • Assembled a variety of instrument pans used for many different types of surgeries.

Education

Surgical Assisting

Meridian Institute of Surgical Assisting
Nashville, TN
11.2016

Skills

  • Consistently received highest marks possible on performance reviews
  • Dedicated to integrity & patient safety
  • Quick learner
  • Dependable employee
  • Often requested by doctors to assist with their cases
  • Extremely efficient time management skills
  • Resourceful team player
  • Works effectively under pressure
  • Ability to anticipate surgeon's needs

Certification

  • NBSTSA Board Certified Surgical First Assistant, Certification# 171070 Expires 11/2026
  • NBSTSA Board Certified Surgical Technologist, Certification# 171070 Expires 11/2026
  • BLS Certified, expires 6/2025

Timeline

Certified Surgical First Assistant

Kettering Health Main Campus
11.2016 - Current

Certified Surgical Technologist

Kettering Health Main Campus
07.2011 - 11.2016

Instrument Technician

Kettering Health Hamilton
09.2010 - 07.2011

Surgical Assisting

Meridian Institute of Surgical Assisting

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