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Melissa Rhoades

Boaz

Summary

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

5
5
years of professional experience

Work History

Surgical Technologist

Marshall Medical Centers South
Boaz
07.2020 - 03.2025
  • Provided technical assistance to surgeons, surgical nurses or anesthesiologists.
  • Maintained proper sterile field during surgical procedures.
  • Observed aseptic technique and infection control protocols at all times.
  • Assisted in the application of wound dressings, casts, and other medical devices.
  • Communicated effectively with surgeons, nurses, anesthesiologists, and scrub techs while performing duties in the OR environment.
  • Set up equipment, tools and supplies for procedures and organize instruments as directed in surgeons' preference cards.
  • Organized operating room by setting up surgical trays with instruments according to surgeon preference.
  • Maintained reusable surgical instrumentation and equipment, including decontamination, cleaning, sterilizing, storing and distributing.
  • Assisted in positioning patients on operating table and covered them with sterile drapes.
  • Maintained surgical areas and oversaw inventory management.
  • Held instruments and quickly handed to surgeon during procedures.
  • Operated or monitored lights, machines or equipment to support proper operation.
  • Addressed patient bleeding and applied sterile dressings to close wounds.
  • Scrubbed arms and hands and assisted surgical team with scrubbing, masks and surgical clothing.
  • Reviewed surgical requirements and prepped operating room with appropriate tools, equipment and instruments.
  • Performed pre-operative skin preparation on patients prior to surgery.
  • Prepared patients for surgery by positioning on operating table and covering with sterile surgical drapes to prevent exposure.
  • Cleansed and disinfected operating rooms after procedures were completed.
  • Ensured all necessary equipment was available for each procedure.
  • Used hemostatic clamps, suture ligatures and electrocautery equipment to control bleeding.
  • Assisted surgeon by passing instruments and sterile supplies throughout operation.
  • Adhered to OSHA protocols when sterilizing instruments, discarding medical supplies and disposing of waste.
  • Prepared and maintained sterile field for surgical procedures.
  • Recounted surgical instruments and supplies at end of operation, eliminating chance of items left inside patient.
  • Used retractors, sponges and suctioning and irrigating equipment to create unobstructed operating fields.
  • Received specimens from pathology laboratory for examination by surgeon during operation.
  • Prepared dressings or bandages, applying or assisting with application following surgery.
  • Laid out all instruments, supplies and tools as directed by surgeons.
  • Provided support services such as stocking supplies in OR rooms or restocking carts between cases.
  • Promoted high customer satisfaction by resolving problems with knowledgeable and friendly service.
  • Exceeded customer satisfaction by finding creative solutions to problems.
  • Maintained updated knowledge through continuing education and advanced training.
  • Worked effectively in team environments to make the workplace more productive.

Education

Some College (No Degree) - Surgical Technology

Gadsden State Community College
Gadsden, AL
05-2009

Skills

  • Aseptic technique
  • Instrument sterilization
  • Surgical assistance
  • Patient positioning
  • Equipment preparation
  • Supply management
  • Infection control
  • Time management
  • Attention to detail
  • Surgical equipment handling
  • Dressing wounds
  • Operating room etiquette
  • Scrub assistance
  • Safety procedures
  • Preparing for surgeries
  • Surgical instrumentation
  • Equipment set up
  • Sterile field preparation
  • Stress management

Timeline

Surgical Technologist

Marshall Medical Centers South
07.2020 - 03.2025

Some College (No Degree) - Surgical Technology

Gadsden State Community College

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