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Melissa Bailey

Summerville,GA

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience

Work History

Certified Surgical First Assistant

Atrium Healthcare
05.2011 - 12.2025
  • Assists in preparing surgical instruments and sterile supplies for procedures.
  • Supports surgical team by maintaining a sterile environment during operations.
  • Observes and learns from experienced surgeons to understand surgical techniques.
  • Participates in patient positioning and draping to facilitate optimal access for surgery.
  • Follows safety protocols and guidelines to ensure patient and staff safety.
  • Communicates effectively with team members to coordinate surgical activities.
  • Assisted in various types of surgeries such as orthopedic, vascular, general surgery, gynecology or urology procedures tailoring assistance based on specific case requirements.
  • Assisted in training new surgical assistants, sharing expertise and best practices for improved team performance.
  • Enhanced surgical efficiency by skillfully handling instruments and suturing in a timely manner.
  • Supported surgeons in emergency situations, demonstrating quick thinking and adaptability under pressure for optimal patient outcomes.
  • Kept views unobstructed by retracting, sponging, and suctioning surgical sites.
  • Applied antiseptics and sterile dressings to cover surgical locations and boost healing.
  • Gowned and gloved staff to help team prepare for surgeries.

Education

Surgical First Assisting

Meridian Surgical First Assistant
Nashville, TN
2017

Associate - Surgical Technology

Georgia Northwestern Technical College
Rock Spring, GA
12.2006

High School Diploma -

Chattooga High Scool
Summerville, GA
05.1995

Timeline

Certified Surgical First Assistant

Atrium Healthcare
05.2011 - 12.2025

Surgical First Assisting

Meridian Surgical First Assistant

Associate - Surgical Technology

Georgia Northwestern Technical College

High School Diploma -

Chattooga High Scool
Melissa Bailey