Mayela Rivas
Houston,Texas
Summary
- Focused Surgical First Assistant well versed in wide range of surgical procedures. Adept in quickly preparing surgical suites per procedure and surgeon instructions. Expertise in sterile and aseptic techniques. Board certified by The American Board of Surgical Assistants.
- Talented International Medical Graduate with expertise in anticipating surgeons' needs and assisting with non-invasive and invasive procedures. Offering more than 6 years of experience with large healthcare organizations.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Surgical First Assistant Student Intern
Hospital Dr Israel Ranuarez Balza
Venezuela
06.2014 - 06.2019
- Assisted surgeons during open and laparoscopic surgical procedures by providing instrumentation, retracting tissue, and suctioning.
- Provided intraoperative support through the use of hemostatic agents and other methods to control bleeding.
- Participated in post-surgical care by applying dressings, administering medications, and monitoring patients' recovery progress.
- Assisted physicians with wound closure techniques such as suturing or stapling incisions closed after surgery.
- Conducted pre-procedure site marking on patients according to surgeon specifications utilizing indelible ink markers.
- Reviewed medical records prior to surgeries in order to become familiar with individual patient history and conditions.
Resident Doctor
Hospital Dr Israel Ranuarez Balza
Venezuela
01.2019 - 01.2020
- Provided emergency services for trauma victims, resuscitation efforts or stabilization of critically ill patients.
- Participated in rounds with attending physicians, nurses, specialists and other healthcare professionals.
- Performed minor surgeries such as suturing lacerations or draining abscesses under supervision.
- Served as a preceptor for medical students during their rotations at the hospital.
Business Owner
M&G Beauty and Health
Venezuela
03.2019 - 12.2021
- Performed minor surgeries such as liposuction, fat grafting and Botox injections.
- Administered local anesthetics prior to performing aesthetic procedures.
- Evaluated post-treatment results to determine if additional treatments were necessary.
- Performed plastic and excisional surgeries, with particular expertise on rhinoplasty and blepharoplasty procedures, to improve skin appearance and address presence of hazardous conditions.
Senior Cosmetic Injector
Lifespan Euro Med Spa
Houston, TX
05.2022 - 10.2023
- Built strong relationships with clients through exceptional customer service skills.
- Supervised junior aestheticians during their shift hours.
- Set up patient rooms and sterilized equipment.
- Designed customized facial and body treatments meeting individual client needs.
- Performed laser vein therapy and laser hair removal procedures.
- Participated in continuing education courses to stay up-to-date on latest trends in aesthetics industry.
Esthetician
Lelux Beautique Med Spa
Houston, TX
10.2023 - 03.2024
- Provided excellent customer service and skincare treatments to clients.
- Designed customized facial and body treatments meeting individual client needs.
- Maintained rigorous standards of sanitation and sterilization as directed by law and spa's policies and procedures.
- Conducted private client consultations.
- Promoted skincare products to patients according to specific needs, boosting overall revenue.
Education
Professional Injector - Fillers And Botilinum Toxin
Texas Laser Institute
Houston, TX08-2023
M.D. - Medical Surgeon
UNERG
Venezuela07-2020
Certified Laser Hair Removal Technician
Advanced Laser Institute
Houston, TX12-2023
Skills
- Suturing
- Patient Transportation
- Medication Administration
- Anatomy and Physiology Understanding
- Wound Dressing
- General Surgery
- Trauma Surgery
- Adaptability and Flexibility
- Attention to Detail
Timeline
Esthetician
Lelux Beautique Med Spa
10.2023 - 03.2024
Senior Cosmetic Injector
Lifespan Euro Med Spa
05.2022 - 10.2023
Business Owner
M&G Beauty and Health
03.2019 - 12.2021
Resident Doctor
Hospital Dr Israel Ranuarez Balza
01.2019 - 01.2020
Surgical First Assistant Student Intern
Hospital Dr Israel Ranuarez Balza
06.2014 - 06.2019
Professional Injector - Fillers And Botilinum Toxin
Texas Laser Institute
M.D. - Medical Surgeon
UNERG
Certified Laser Hair Removal Technician
Advanced Laser Institute
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