Marla Baccay
Wahiawa,HI
Summary
At Pacific Maxillofacial Surgery Center, I excelled as a Surgical Assistant, enhancing team efficiency and patient care through expert surgical assistance and critical thinking. Demonstrating teamwork and sterile technique proficiency, I contributed to improved patient outcomes, adeptly handling surgical equipment and anticipating surgeon needs. Meticulous surgical team member skilled at coordinating supplies and instruments to prepare for procedures and assist staff. Maintain aseptic fields and unobstructed views to help surgeries succeed. Efficiently prioritize tasks and communicate with surgical staff.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Surgical Assistant
Pacific Maxillofacial Surgery Center
06.2015 - Current
- Provided compassionate care to patients throughout their surgical experience, easing anxiety and ensuring comfort.
- Arranged supplies and instrumentation to meet needs of individual surgeons and enhance team efficiency.
- Kept views unobstructed by retracting, sponging, and suctioning surgical sites.
- Assisted in complex surgical procedures, demonstrating adaptability and knowledge across multiple disciplines.
- Contributed to successful surgeries, anticipating surgeon needs and promptly delivering instruments.
- Protected patients from infection by setting up and managing sterile operating fields.
- Paid close attention to operating procedures for adherence to established surgical techniques.
- Improved patient outcomes by providing precise surgical assistance during various procedures.
Surgical Assistant
Columbia Oral Surgery
09.2012 - 03.2014
- Provided compassionate care to patients throughout their surgical experience, easing anxiety and ensuring comfort.
- Arranged supplies and instrumentation to meet needs of individual surgeons and enhance team efficiency.
- Kept views unobstructed by retracting, sponging, and suctioning surgical sites.
- Assisted in complex surgical procedures, demonstrating adaptability and knowledge across multiple disciplines.
- Contributed to successful surgeries, anticipating surgeon needs and promptly delivering instruments.
- Protected patients from infection by setting up and managing sterile operating fields.
- Paid close attention to operating procedures for adherence to established surgical techniques.
- Improved patient outcomes by providing precise surgical assistance during various procedures.
- Maintained accurate documentation of all surgical activities for record-keeping purposes and quality control analysis.
Customer Service Cashier
Ross Dress for Less
- Maintained a clean and organized workspace, promoting a welcoming environment for customers.
- Handled high-pressure situations calmly, maintaining composure during busy periods or difficult interactions.
- Actively listened to customers, handled concerns quickly and escalated major issues to supervisor.
- Resolved customer complaints and maintained clean and tidy checkout area.
- Counted money in drawers at beginning and end of each shift.
- Promoted a positive shopping experience by greeting customers warmly upon entry and providing assistance as needed.
Education
No Degree - Dental Assisting
Concorde Career Institute
Portland, OR12.2003
High School Diploma -
Waialua High School
Waialua, HI06.2001
Skills
- Critical thinking abilities
- Teamwork and Cooperation
- Surgical Instrument Knowledge
- Setting up and operating equipment
- Pre-surgical preparation
- Operating Room Etiquette
- Sterile Technique Proficiency
- Surgical Equipment Handling
I am currently looking for a part-time job
Currently finding a part time job whilst working full time in my dental career to help supplement my daughters college tuition and help to cover everyday bills.
Timeline
Surgical Assistant
Pacific Maxillofacial Surgery Center
06.2015 - Current
Surgical Assistant
Columbia Oral Surgery
09.2012 - 03.2014
Customer Service Cashier
Ross Dress for Less
No Degree - Dental Assisting
Concorde Career Institute
High School Diploma -
Waialua High School
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