Melissa Binkley
Spring Branch,TX
Summary
Meticulous Surgical Assistant excited to bring a 34-year background to growing organization. Knowledgeable in all aspects of surgery, including setting up operating rooms, preparing patients and assisting surgeons. Committed to maintaining highest standards of health and safety. Skilled LSA offering more than 34 years of operating room experience and well versed in orthopedic surgical procedures. Adept at orienting and training technical staff and implementing policies to streamline workflow. Excited to bring expertise to growing organization offering room for advancement.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Licensed Surgical Assistant
San Antonio Surgical Assistants
2011.11 - Current
- Improved patient outcomes by providing precise surgical assistance during various procedures.
- Enhanced surgical efficiency with diligent preparation and organization of operating rooms.
- Ensured patient safety by maintaining a sterile environment throughout surgery.
- Reduced post-operative complications through thorough wound care and dressing application.
- Assisted in complex surgical procedures, demonstrating adaptability and knowledge across multiple disciplines.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for optimal patient care before, during, and after surgery.
- Streamlined communication between surgeons and nurses to promote teamwork and efficient operations.
- Continually updated professional skills, staying abreast of the latest surgical techniques and technologies.
- Assisted surgeons with critical decision-making processes during challenging cases.
- Kept views unobstructed by retracting, sponging, and suctioning surgical sites.
- Applied antiseptics and sterile dressings to cover surgical locations and boost healing.
- Minimized surgical bleeding with skilled ligation and clamping of blood vessels.
- Verified identity of patient or operative site.
- Provided wound closures, as instructed by surgeon.
Certified Surgical First Assistant
Methodist Healthcare
2004.06 - 2011.11
- Improved patient outcomes by assisting surgeons during complex procedures as a Certified Surgical First Assistant.
- Enhanced surgical efficiency by skillfully handling instruments and suturing in a timely manner.
- Reduced surgery time with efficient anticipation of surgeon''s needs, resulting in faster patient recovery.
- Ensured patient safety, maintaining sterile fields and applying proper aseptic techniques throughout surgeries.
- Collaborated with surgical teams to develop innovative approaches for surgical procedures, optimizing patient care.
- Assisted in training new surgical assistants, sharing expertise and best practices for improved team performance.
- Supported surgeons in emergency situations, demonstrating quick thinking and adaptability under pressure for optimal patient outcomes.
- Assisted in various types of surgeries such as orthopedic, general surgery, ENT, gynecology or neurology procedures tailoring assistance based on specific case requirements.
- Maintained strict adherence to hospital policies and regulations while providing exceptional surgical assistance, ensuring compliance with all relevant guidelines.
- Minimized surgical bleeding with skilled ligation and clamping of blood vessels.
- Applied antiseptics and sterile dressings to cover surgical locations and boost healing.
- Gowned and gloved staff to help team prepare for surgeries.
- Paid close attention to operating procedures for adherence to established surgical techniques.
- Verified identity of patient or operative site.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Surgical First Assisting Program
Madisonville Community College
Madisonville, KY05.2015
Certification of Completion in First Assisting - First Assisting
National Institute For First Assisting
Centennial, CO06.2004
Certification of Completion in Surgical Technology - Surgical Technology
St. Philip's College
San Antonio, TX08.1990
Skills
- Suturing
- General Orthopedics and Orthopedic Spine Procedures
- Wound Dressing
- Operating Room Etiquette
- Teamwork and Cooperation
- Tissue Handling Techniques
- Professionalism and Ethics
- Sterile Technique Proficiency
- Wound Closure Techniques
- Certified in CPR/AED
Timeline
Licensed Surgical Assistant
San Antonio Surgical Assistants
2011.11 - Current
Certified Surgical First Assistant
Methodist Healthcare
2004.06 - 2011.11
Associate of Applied Science - Surgical First Assisting Program
Madisonville Community College
Certification of Completion in First Assisting - First Assisting
National Institute For First Assisting
Certification of Completion in Surgical Technology - Surgical Technology
St. Philip's College
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