Melissa Foster
Hancock,ME
Summary
Experienced professional with clinical expertise, leadership skills, and technical knowledge. Strong track record in improving delivery of care and patient satisfaction. Proven clinical knowledge, interpersonal strengths, and technical abilities. Committed to contributing to team success through a strong work ethic, attention to detail, and collaboration skills.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Manager of Surgical Services
Northern Light Maine Coast Hospital
Ellsworth, ME
08.2016 - Current
- Developed and implemented departmental policies and procedures to ensure compliance with regulatory standards.
- Coordinated surgery scheduling for multiple operating rooms and managed staff assignments accordingly.
- Evaluated current practices in the surgical suite and identified areas for improvement in efficiency, safety, and cost reduction.
- Assisted with budgeting activities by monitoring supply costs and utilization patterns.
- Investigated incidents or complaints related to surgical services received by patients or family members.
- Participated in meetings with hospital administration to discuss operational needs within the department.
- Provided leadership support to nursing staff during emergency situations or when difficult decisions needed to be made quickly.
- Facilitated communication between physicians, nurses, technicians, administrative personnel and other departments throughout the hospital.
- Recruited, hired and trained new medical and facility staff.
- Assessed need for additional staff, equipment and services based on historical data and seasonal trends.
- Administered fiscal operations for accounting, budget planning, authorizing expenditures and coordinating reporting.
- Created detailed reports on financial performance of the surgical services unit as well as patient satisfaction levels.
Certified Surgical Technologist
Northern Light Maine Coast Hospital
Ellsworth, Maine
04.2008 - 08.2016
- Assisted surgeons during operative procedures by anticipating their needs and passing instruments.
- Provided instruction on proper techniques of handling instruments to new team members.
- Helped maintain an organized working environment in the OR through cleaning, stocking supplies, and organizing equipment carts.
- Sterilized medical equipment and properly handled contaminated materials.
- Collaborated with operating room staff to cultivate efficiency and prepare for scheduled and emergency procedures.
Certified Surgical Technologist
Mount Desert Island Hospital
Bar Harbor , Maine
08.2003 - 08.2008
- Assisted surgeons during operative procedures by anticipating their needs and passing instruments.
- Performed instrument counts before, during, and after surgeries as required by hospital policy.
- Provided instruction on proper techniques of handling instruments to new team members.
- Helped maintain an organized working environment in the OR through cleaning, stocking supplies, and organizing equipment carts.
- Set up equipment, tools and supplies for procedures and organize instruments as directed in surgeons' preference cards.
- Sterilized medical equipment and properly handled contaminated materials.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Applied Science W/ Minor Healthcare Administration
Siena Heights University
Adrian, MI08-2015
Associate of Applied Science - Surgical Technology
Eastern Maine Community College
Bangor, ME08-2003
Skills
- Operational management
- Patient Safety
- Quality Improvement
- Staff Management
- Performance Improvement
- Employee Performance Evaluations
- Interdepartmental Functions Coordination
- Budget Development
Certification
- Certified Surgical Technologist
- Certified Registered Central Service Technician (CRCST)
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Manager of Surgical Services
Northern Light Maine Coast Hospital
08.2016 - Current
Certified Surgical Technologist
Northern Light Maine Coast Hospital
04.2008 - 08.2016
Certified Surgical Technologist
Mount Desert Island Hospital
08.2003 - 08.2008
Bachelor of Science - Applied Science W/ Minor Healthcare Administration
Siena Heights University
Associate of Applied Science - Surgical Technology
Eastern Maine Community College
- Certified Surgical Technologist
- Certified Registered Central Service Technician (CRCST)
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