KAYLA GELIN
North Haledon
Summary
Orthopaedic operations professional with nearly six years of experience across clinical and medical device environments. Hands-on familiarity with hip, knee, and implant systems, surgical instrumentation, and robotics-related inventory through daily coordination of orthopaedic case logistics and implant returns. Prior experience supporting patient flow and procedural coordination within a high-volume orthopaedic practice, including exposure to in-office injections and post-operative care pathways. Seeking to transition into a Clinical Specialist role within Joint Reconstruction to support surgical technology and intraoperative workflow.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Medical Inventory Specialist
Smith+Nephew
South Hackensack
12.2022 - 12.2025
- Manage daily processing of orthopaedic implant systems and surgical instrumentation utilized in joint reconstruction procedures
- Utilize SAP, Excel, and MoveMedical to conduct inventory audits and ensure implant traceability and regulatory compliance
- Processed over $3.5M in returned orthopaedic products, earning national recognition for return performance
- Maintain working familiarity with hip and knee implant components through hands-on handling, inspection, and inventory management
- Perform on-site inventory scans within hospital implant rooms and perioperative departments in coordination with OR and sterile processing staff
- Assisted in kit preparation and consignment setup, conducting inventory scans to enhance procedural readiness
- Communicated with field representatives to facilitate the timely supply of implants and instrumentation for surgical procedures
- Trained incoming sales representatives on product handling protocols and streamlined inventory workflow
Front Desk Coordinator
Kayal Orthopaedic Center
Paramus
06.2020 - 12.2022
- Coordinated patient care for orthopaedic evaluations, injections, and post-operative follow-ups
- Facilitated efficient patient flow by coordinating with clinical staff in a high-volume orthopaedic setting
- Collaborated with physicians and physician assistants to clarify and implement patient treatment plans
- Assisted in scheduling and preparation for in-office procedures including spinal epidural injections
- Executed insurance verification and medical documentation processes, ensuring adherence to HIPAA compliance
- Observed epidural injection procedures to gain exposure to sterile technique and procedural workflow
Education
Bachelor of Science - Exercise Science, Clinical Pre-Professional Concentration
Montclair State University
Montclair, NJ08.2025
Skills
- Orthopaedic Case Logistics
- Surgical Instrumentation Handling
- Robotics inventory management
- Inventory tracking
- SAP
- MoveMedical
- Joint reconstruction systems
- Implant configuration
- Operating room workflow
- Procedural Coordination
- Sterile Processing Collaboration
- Surgeon communication
- HIPAA Compliance
Leadership And Community Involvement
Youth Board Member, St. Marks Syriac Orthodox Church, Paramus, New Jersey, 01/01/21, Present, Selected to serve a one-year term on the church youth leadership board supporting planning and coordination of youth programs and community initiatives, Re-elected to a two-year term and appointed Treasurer, responsible for managing budget allocation and tracking program-related expenses, Assisted in organizing volunteer events and outreach efforts for youth engagement
Timeline
Medical Inventory Specialist
Smith+Nephew
12.2022 - 12.2025
Front Desk Coordinator
Kayal Orthopaedic Center
06.2020 - 12.2022
Bachelor of Science - Exercise Science, Clinical Pre-Professional Concentration
Montclair State University