Melissa Olauson
Aurora,SD
Summary
Driven Surgical Technologist offering six years' experience in ambulatory and hospital settings. Well-versed in Mako total joint replacement, general surgery, urology, podiatry, and OBGYN surgery procedures. Eager to take next career step with growing organization offering opportunities for professional development and advancement. 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.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified Surgical Technologist
Brookings Health System
Brookings, SD
02.2016 - Current
- Anticipated surgeons needs and handed instruments and supplies to surgeons during procedures.
- Gathered and set up equipment, instruments and supplies and arrange instruments according to surgeons' preferences or instruction.
- Created safe operating environments for invasive and non-invasive procedures.
- Collected, prepared, and disposed of medical specimens.
- Cleaned all instruments and helped in sterile processing
Education
Surgical Technologist /Allied Health -
Southeast Technical Institute
Sioux Falls, SD07.2015
South Dakota State University
Brookings, SD12.1998
Diploma -
Sisseton High School
Sisseton, SD05.1997
Skills
- OBGYN (C-sections, D&C, Robotic/vaginal/laparoscopic Hysterectomies)
- Orthopedics (Mako totals, ORIF's, CTR, Hemi's, and Nailings)
- General Surgeries
- Urology
- Podiatry
- Collecting Medical Specimens
- Setting Up Equipment
- HIPAA Proficiency
- Emergency Situations
- Sterile Processing
- Patient Draping
- Wound Dressing Techniques
- Safe Needle Disposal
Certification
- CST - Certified Surgical Technologist
Timeline
Certified Surgical Technologist
Brookings Health System
02.2016 - Current
Surgical Technologist /Allied Health -
Southeast Technical Institute
South Dakota State University
Diploma -
Sisseton High School
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