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Melissa Kern

Indianapolis,IN

Summary

Adaptable Surgical Technologist with a solid background in supporting various surgical specialties. Known for effective case flow management and meticulous attention to sterile technique. Ready to contribute to high-quality patient care and operational efficiency in the operating room.

Overview

1
1
Certification
10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

Certified Surgical Technologist

Community South Surgery Center
Indianapolis, Indiana
10.2017 - Current
  • Coordinated instrumentation for multiple daily surgical procedures to enhance case flow
  • Managed sterile field and assisted surgeons during high-volume cases to maintain safety and efficiency
  • Provided intraoperative support for multiple surgical specialties, anticipating surgeon needs and maintaining patient safety throughout cases
  • Scrubbed a variety of surgical specialties, including urology, plastics, gyn, and general procedures, with a primary expertise in orthopedics.
  • Guided new surgical technologists and students in operating procedures and protocols to ensure adherence to best practices.

Certified Surgical Technologist

Ortho Indy
Indianapolis, Indiana
07.2016 - 09.2017
  • Scrub orthopedic procedures including total joints, spine, arthroscopy, and sports medicine
  • Prepared instruments and managed sterile field while assisting surgeons in high volume orthopedic cases
  • Collaborated with surgeons, anesthesia, and nursing to ensure safe, efficient case flow
  • Anticipated surgeon needs and maintained organized sterile field to enhance procedural efficiency

Education

Associate of Applied Science - Surgical Technologist

Ivy Tech Community College of Indiana
Indianapolis, IN
05-2006

Skills

  • Orthopedic surgery
  • Surgical instrumentation
  • Sterile technique
  • Intraoperative support
  • Patient safety
  • Operating room procedures
  • Case coordination
  • Wound closure

Certification

  • CPR

Timeline

Certified Surgical Technologist

Community South Surgery Center
10.2017 - Current

Certified Surgical Technologist

Ortho Indy
07.2016 - 09.2017

Associate of Applied Science - Surgical Technologist

Ivy Tech Community College of Indiana

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