Megan Ambrus
London,OH
Summary
Driven Surgical Technologist offering 17 years' experience in ambulatory and hospital settings. Well-versed in Ophthalmology, Plastics, ENT, Urology, Total Joint Replacement, General, Shoulder, Podiatry, Foot and Ankle, General Orthopedics, Ortho trauma, and Hand procedures. Eager to take next career step with growing organization offering opportunities for professional development and advancement.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Surgical Technologist
The Ohio State Wexner Medical Center
10.2007 - Current
- Prepare and organize the operating room equipment, instruments, and supplies as required for various surgical procedures
- Anticipate surgeon and patient needs during a procedure
- Take care of specimens, prepare, check, and monitor medications, and assist with dressings
- Set up a sterile and sanitary environment, and maintain the sterile field for the patient during procedures
- Follow relevant safety and sanitation guidelines
- Provide surgeons and patients with necessary instruments, supplies, and equipment
Liaison for Operating Room
The Ohio State Wexner Medical Center
03.2019 - 12.2020
- Assist the operating room staff in preparing the OR suite for surgery by verifying instrument trays are available prior to case start times.
- Keep track of case flow during the day, monitor instrument needs, and notify CSS personnel in advance of any possible additional/emergent instrumentation needs. Resolve issues or offer alternatives when necessary.
- Assist with planning and coordination of instrument turnarounds. Help communicate to the surgical team essential instrumentation information that may affect or delay surgery start time.
- Streamlined communication between OR nurses and other hospital departments, enhancing coordination of patient care plans.
- Utilized advanced problem-solving skills to quickly address emergent situations in the operating room, ensuring optimal patient outcomes.
- Improved patient outcomes by efficiently managing operating room processes and coordinating with surgical teams.
Education
Associate of Arts - Surgical Technology
Central Ohio Technical College
Newark, OH09.2007
Skills
- Conflict resolution
- Time management
- Adaptability
- Team collaboration
- Ethical conduct
- Critical thinking
- Empathy and compassion
- Organizational abilities
- Surgical procedure familiarity
- Leadership qualities
- Interpersonal skills
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Basic Life Support
Accomplishments
Total Joint Team Co-Team Lead
Podiatry/Foot and Ankle Team Lead
Preference Card Coordinator
Operating Room Liaison
BLS Certification
Knowledge of Tecsys sytem
Timeline
Liaison for Operating Room
The Ohio State Wexner Medical Center
03.2019 - 12.2020
Surgical Technologist
The Ohio State Wexner Medical Center
10.2007 - Current
Associate of Arts - Surgical Technology
Central Ohio Technical College
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