Melissa Adams
Cumberland,KY
Summary
I have worked in the OR as a surgical tech for 8 years, then I started work at an eye doctor's office. I have been here for 9 years. Proficient in quickly setting up and breaking down surgical suites for assigned cases to sustain patient flows.
Highly skilled Surgical Technologist with comprehensive experience in operating room procedures, patient preparation, surgical equipment handling and sterilization techniques. Possess strong ability to maintain sterile field and assist surgeons during operations. Demonstrated impact in previous work through improved operating room efficiency and enhanced patient safety. Known for keen attention to detail, adaptability in high-stress environments, and commitment to continual professional development.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Surgical Technologist
Huffman and huffman
Harlan, KY
09.2015 - Current
- Prepared and maintained sterile field for surgical procedures.
- Assisted in the application of wound dressings, casts, and other medical devices.
- Provided assistance to surgeons during operations by passing instruments and other supplies.
- Operate autoclave
- Ensured all necessary equipment was available for each procedure.
- Organized operating room by setting up surgical trays with instruments according to surgeon preference.
- Kept inventory of supplies and ordered new items as needed.
- Performed pre-operative skin preparation on patients prior to surgery.
- Observed aseptic technique and infection control protocols at all times.
- Assisted in positioning patients on operating table and covered them with sterile drapes.
- Monitored sterilization process for surgical instruments or equipment used during procedures.
- Received specimens from pathology laboratory for examination by surgeon during operation.
- Cleansed and disinfected operating rooms after procedures were completed.
- Verified correct identification of patient prior to any operation or procedure.
- Inspected instruments post-operatively for proper function or damage before returning them to stock room.
- Provided support services such as stocking supplies in OR rooms or restocking carts between cases.
- Communicated effectively with surgeons, nurses, anesthesiologists, scrub techs., while performing duties in the OR environment.
- Assisted surgeon by passing instruments and sterile supplies throughout operation.
- Set up equipment, tools and supplies for procedures and organize instruments as directed in surgeons' preference cards.
- Laid out all instruments, supplies and tools as directed by surgeons.
- Used retractors, sponges and suctioning and irrigating equipment to create unobstructed operating fields.
- Maintained reusable surgical instrumentation and equipment, including decontamination, cleaning, sterilizing, storing and distributing.
- Performed comprehensive ophthalmic exams, including visual acuity, refraction, intraocular pressure measurements and slit lamp biomicroscopy.
- Assisted physicians with minor surgical procedures such as laser treatments and other in-office eye surgeries.
- Conducted patient education on contact lenses, eyeglass frames and lens designs.
- Calibrated and maintained a variety of diagnostic equipment used to detect vision problems.
- Maintained accurate patient records regarding test results, diagnoses and treatment plans.
- Prepared patients for surgery by administering preoperative medications and providing instructions on postoperative care.
- Administered topical medications prescribed by the physician according to established protocols.
- Ordered supplies needed for daily operations in the clinic or office setting.
- Educated patients on how to properly use their contact lenses or glasses correctly.
- Assisted with training new employees on proper techniques for conducting ophthalmologic tests.
- Operated imaging equipment such as fundus cameras and OCT systems while adhering to safety regulations.
- Assisted physicians in operating room, handing over tools and supplies and cutting sutures.
- Sent patient prescriptions to pharmacies and scheduled future appointments.
- Assisted during in-office surgical procedures and collected ultrasound images.
- Conducted visual field tests to detect abnormalities in peripheral vision.
- Utilized electronic medical records systems to enter patient data, improving clinic efficiency and record-keeping accuracy.
- Applied eye drops and medications as prescribed by the ophthalmologist.
Education
Associate of Arts - Surgical Technology
Skctc
Pineville, KY06-2006
Skills
- Pre-surgical preparation
- Equipment set up and operation
- Setting up and operating equipment
- Transporting patients
Timeline
Surgical Technologist
Huffman and huffman
09.2015 - Current
Associate of Arts - Surgical Technology
Skctc