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Michelle Campbell

Chesterfield,VA

Summary

Focused Certified Surgical Technologist well versed in wide range of ent, ortho hand and foot. Sports ortho, gyn, plastics, general, urology and pediatric] procedures. Adept in quickly preparing surgical suites per procedure and surgeon instructions. Expertise in sterile and aseptic techniques. Board certified by National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Certified Surgical Technologist

UVA Outpatient Surgery Center
Charlottesville, VA
01.2020 - 05.2021
  • Set up equipment, tools and supplies needed for procedures and organize instruments as directed in surgeons' preference cards.
  • Reviewed surgical requirements and prepped operating room with appropriate tools, equipment and instruments.
  • Collaborated with operating room staff to cultivate efficiency and prepare for scheduled and emergency procedures.
  • Organized equipment and instruments in alignment with surgical protocols and surgeon preferences.
  • Cleaned and sterilized operating rooms.
  • Prepared day surgery and operating rooms for patients by ordering and stocking equipment and supplies.
  • Counted and recorded sponges, instruments, and needles at beginning and end of surgical procedures.
  • Handed instruments and supplies to surgeons during procedures.
  • Sterilized medical equipment and properly handled contaminated materials.
  • Facilitated invasive, non-invasive, and minimally-invasive procedures by creating safe and functional operating room environments.
  • Organized and maintained unobstructed operative fields to foster immediate access to retractors and suctioning and irrigation equipment.
  • Used retractors, sponges and suctioning and irrigating equipment to create unobstructed operating fields.
  • Collected and prepared tissue specimens for laboratory analysis.
  • Used hemostatic clamps, suture ligatures, and electrocautery equipment to control bleeding.
  • Closed wounds using sutures, staples and other tools.
  • Maintained reusable surgical instrumentation and equipment, including decontamination, cleaning, sterilizing, storing and distributing.
  • Worked with internal departments and personnel to ensure availability of instruments and equipment.
  • Laid out all instruments, supplies and tools as directed by surgeons.
  • Adhered to OSHA protocols when sterilizing instruments, discarding medical supplies and disposing of waste.
  • Assessed procedure requirements and procured appropriate equipment and tools.
  • Mentored and educated team of surgical technologists, offering insight and suggestions on ways to handle [Type] issue.

Certified Surgical Technologist

Vcuh Ambulatory Carr Center
Richmond, VA
03.2017 - 12.2019
  • Set up equipment, tools and supplies needed for procedures and organize instruments as directed in surgeons' preference cards.
  • Reviewed surgical requirements and prepped operating room with appropriate tools, equipment and instruments.
  • Collaborated with operating room staff to cultivate efficiency and prepare for scheduled and emergency procedures.
  • Organized equipment and instruments in alignment with surgical protocols and surgeon preferences.
  • Cleaned and sterilized operating rooms.
  • Prepared day surgery and operating rooms for patients by ordering and stocking equipment and supplies.
  • Counted and recorded sponges, instruments, and needles at beginning and end of surgical procedures.
  • Handed instruments and supplies to surgeons during procedures.
  • Sterilized medical equipment and properly handled contaminated materials.
  • Facilitated invasive, non-invasive, and minimally-invasive procedures by creating safe and functional operating room environments.
  • Organized and maintained unobstructed operative fields to foster immediate access to retractors and suctioning and irrigation equipment.
  • Used retractors, sponges and suctioning and irrigating equipment to create unobstructed operating fields.
  • Collected and prepared tissue specimens for laboratory analysis.
  • Used hemostatic clamps, suture ligatures, and electrocautery equipment to control bleeding.
  • Closed wounds using sutures, staples and other tools.
  • Maintained reusable surgical instrumentation and equipment, including decontamination, cleaning, sterilizing, storing and distributing.
  • Worked with internal departments and personnel to ensure availability of instruments and equipment.
  • Laid out all instruments, supplies and tools as directed by surgeons.
  • Adhered to OSHA protocols when sterilizing instruments, discarding medical supplies and disposing of waste.
  • Assessed procedure requirements and procured appropriate equipment and tools.
  • Mentored and educated team of surgical technologists, offering insight and suggestions on ways to handle [Type] issue.

Certified Surgical Technologist

Medarva Stony Point Surgery Center
Richmond, VA
05.2021 - 10.2021
  • Set up equipment, tools and supplies needed for procedures and organize instruments as directed in surgeons' preference cards.
  • Reviewed surgical requirements and prepped operating room with appropriate tools, equipment and instruments.
  • Collaborated with operating room staff to cultivate efficiency and prepare for scheduled and emergency procedures.
  • Organized equipment and instruments in alignment with surgical protocols and surgeon preferences.
  • Cleaned and sterilized operating rooms.
  • Prepared day surgery and operating rooms for patients by ordering and stocking equipment and supplies.
  • Counted and recorded sponges, instruments, and needles at beginning and end of surgical procedures.
  • Handed instruments and supplies to surgeons during procedures.
  • Sterilized medical equipment and properly handled contaminated materials.
  • Facilitated invasive, non-invasive, and minimally-invasive procedures by creating safe and functional operating room environments.
  • Organized and maintained unobstructed operative fields to foster immediate access to retractors and suctioning and irrigation equipment.
  • Used retractors, sponges and suctioning and irrigating equipment to create unobstructed operating fields.
  • Collected and prepared tissue specimens for laboratory analysis.
  • Used hemostatic clamps, suture ligatures, and electrocautery equipment to control bleeding.
  • Maintained reusable surgical instrumentation and equipment, including decontamination, cleaning, sterilizing, storing and distributing.
  • Laid out all instruments, supplies and tools as directed by surgeons.
  • Adhered to OSHA protocols when sterilizing instruments, discarding medical supplies and disposing of waste.
  • Assessed procedure requirements and procured appropriate equipment and tools.
  • Mentored and educated team of surgical technologists, offering insight and suggestions on ways to handle [Type] issue.

Travel Certified Surgical Technologist

Atrium Mercy
10.2021 - 04.2022
  • Prepare OR for first case of the day. Open and verifying sterile items and instruments on sterile field. Prepare back table for surgery. Gown and glove surgeon, resident and medical students. Assist with prepping the patient and draping the patient. Assist surgeon during surgery and anticipation of surgeon needs.
  • Recounted surgical instruments and supplies at end of operation, eliminating chance of items left inside patient.
  • Assisted surgeon by passing instruments and sterile supplies throughout operation.
  • Used retractors, sponges and suctioning and irrigating equipment to create unobstructed operating fields.
  • Used hemostatic clamps, suture ligatures and electrocautery equipment to control bleeding.
  • Organized and maintained unobstructed operative fields to foster immediate access to retractors and suctioning and irrigation equipment.
  • Assist surgeon with cutting suture and dressing of patient.
  • Maintained reusable surgical instrumentation and equipment, including decontamination, cleaning, sterilizing, storing and distributing.

Travel Certified Surgical Technologist

VCU Health Community Memorial Hospital
South Hill, VA
05.2022 - 12.2022
  • Reviewed surgical requirements and prepped operating room with appropriate tools, equipment and instruments.
  • Set up equipment, tools and supplies for procedures and organize instruments as directed in surgeons' preference cards.

Gown and glove surgeon and physician assists.

  • Assisted surgeon by passing instruments and sterile supplies throughout operation.
  • Used retractors, sponges and suctioning and irrigating equipment to create unobstructed operating fields.
  • Used hemostatic clamps, suture ligatures and electrocautery equipment to control bleeding.
  • Recounted surgical instruments and supplies at end of operation, eliminating chance of items left inside patient.
  • Prepared, cared for and disposed of tissue specimens taken for laboratory analysis.
  • Counted sponges, needles and instruments before and after operation.
  • Prepared dressings or bandages, applying or assisting with application following surgery.

Travel Surgical Technologist

Sibley Memorial John Hopkins
Washington, DC
12.2022 - 01.2024
  • Assisted in the preparation of operating rooms by setting up surgical instruments and equipment according to established protocols.
  • Provided sterile processing of surgical instruments and supplies, including cleaning, wrapping, sterilizing, and stocking.
  • Maintained a safe environment for patients, staff, and visitors throughout the procedure.
  • Monitored inventory levels of supplies needed for surgical procedures and restocked as necessary.
  • Performed scrub duties during surgeries such as passing instruments to surgeons and counting sponges, needles and other materials used during the operation.
  • Administered medications under direct supervision of a registered nurse.
  • Provided assistance in closing incisions following surgery using sutures or staples as directed by surgeon.
  • Attended continuing education courses, programs relevant to job role, responsibilities as needed.
  • Maintained proper sterile field during surgical procedures.
  • Counted sponges, needles and instruments before and after operation.
  • Cleaned and restocked operating room, gathering and placing equipment and supplies.
  • Handed instruments and supplies to surgeons and surgeons' assistants.

Precept in training their staff surgical technologist and registered nurses in sterile technique. Training/assist new staff with opening sterile items, gowning and gloves. Trained staff in setup back table, draping and anticipating surgeon needs/wants

Certified Surgical Technologist

Boston Medical Center, Boston
Boston , MA
01.2024 - 08.2024
  • Prepared operating room for surgical procedures, including setting up sterile field.
  • Assisted surgeons during operative procedures by anticipating their needs and passing instruments.
  • Maintained aseptic technique throughout the procedure.
  • Ensured that all equipment was functioning properly prior to use in the operating room.
  • Performed instrument counts before, during, and after surgeries as required by hospital policy.
  • Used retractors, sponges and suctioning and irrigating equipment to create unobstructed operating fields.
  • Assisted surgeon by passing instruments and sterile supplies throughout operation.
  • Used hemostatic clamps, suture ligatures and electrocautery equipment to control bleeding.
  • Reviewed surgical requirements and prepped operating room with appropriate tools, equipment and instruments.
  • Sterilized medical equipment and properly handled contaminated materials.
  • Recounted surgical instruments and supplies at end of operation, eliminating chance of items left inside patient.
  • Maintained reusable surgical instrumentation and equipment, including decontamination, cleaning, sterilizing, storing and distributing.
  • Organized and maintained unobstructed operative fields to foster immediate access to retractors and suctioning and irrigation equipment.
  • Laid out all instruments, supplies and tools as directed by surgeons.
  • Maintained proper sterile field during surgical procedures.
  • Provided technical assistance to surgeons, surgical nurses or anesthesiologists.
  • Prepared dressings or bandages, applying or assisting with application following surgery.
  • Assisted surgeon with patient preparation for total joint replacement procedures.
  • Scrubbed arms and hands and assisted surgical team with scrubbing, masks and surgical clothing.
  • Held instruments and quickly handed to surgeon during procedures.
  • Operated or monitored lights, machines or equipment to support proper operation.

Certified Surgical Technologist

Sibley Memorial John Hopkins
Washing , DC
08.2024 - Current
  • Prepared operating room for surgical procedures, including setting up sterile field.
  • Assisted surgeons during operative procedures by anticipating their needs and passing instruments.
  • Maintained aseptic technique throughout the procedure.
  • Ensured that all equipment was functioning properly prior to use in the operating room.
  • 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 trays with necessary surgical instruments according to established protocols.
  • Assisted with scrubbing in for each case as needed.
  • Performed various duties such as applying dressings to incisions sites postoperatively.
  • Retrieved specimens from the OR for laboratory analysis.
  • Responded quickly to changes in patient status or emergency situations.
  • Demonstrated knowledge of principles of asepsis while preparing and caring for patients undergoing surgery.
  • Participated in continuing education activities related to job responsibilities.
  • Provided assistance during cesarean sections, hysterectomies, orthopedic repairs, wound closure suturing techniques and other types of surgical procedures as needed.
  • Set up equipment, tools and supplies for procedures and organize instruments as directed in surgeons' preference cards.
  • Used retractors, sponges and suctioning and irrigating equipment to create unobstructed operating fields.
  • Used hemostatic clamps, suture ligatures and electrocautery equipment to control bleeding.
  • Assisted surgeon by passing instruments and sterile supplies throughout operation.
  • Reviewed surgical requirements and prepped operating room with appropriate tools, equipment and instruments.
  • Organized equipment and instruments in alignment with surgical protocols and surgeon preferences.

  • Sterilized medical equipment and properly handled contaminated materials.
  • Recounted surgical instruments and supplies at end of operation, eliminating chance of items left inside patient.
  • Maintained reusable surgical instrumentation and equipment, including decontamination, cleaning, sterilizing, storing and distributing.
  • Organized and maintained unobstructed operative fields to foster immediate access to retractors and suctioning and irrigation equipment.
  • Laid out all instruments, supplies and tools as directed by surgeons.
  • Maintained proper sterile field during surgical procedures.
  • Cleaned and restocked operating room, gathering and placing equipment and supplies.
  • Handed instruments and supplies to surgeons and surgeons' assistants.
  • Provided technical assistance to surgeons, surgical nurses or anesthesiologists.
  • Prepared dressings or bandages, applying or assisting with application following surgery.
  • Assisted surgeon with patient preparation for total joint replacement procedures.
  • Scrubbed arms and hands and assisted surgical team with scrubbing, masks and surgical clothing.
  • Held instruments and quickly handed to surgeon during procedures.
  • Addressed patient bleeding and applied sterile dressings to close wounds.
  • Monitored and assessed operating room conditions and patient and surgical team needs.
  • Adhered to OSHA protocols when sterilizing instruments, discarding medical supplies and disposing of waste.
  • Operated or monitored lights, machines or equipment to support proper operation.
  • Assisted with reductions and limb casting and administered pain injections.

Education

High School Diploma -

Kingston High School
Kingston , NY
06.2005

Surgical Technology -

Ulster Boces
Port Ewen, NY
06.2016

Skills

ORTHO

Rotator Cuff, ACL and PCL

Basic knee, shoulder and ankle scope

Assisted with open/closed reduction

Internal Fixation of Clavicle

Total hip, knee and shoulder replacement

TFN nailing hip

HAND

Open and Laparoscopic Carpal Tunnel

Dupuytren’s Contracture

Trigger Finger Release,Tendon Repair

Trapeziectomy, wrist fusion, tendon and nerve repair, De Quervain’s Tendinosis

FOOT

Achilles’ tendon, ORIF of ankle, osteotomy,exostectomy, arthrodesis, hammer toe and hallux valgus, total ankle

PLASTICS

Breast augmentation, reconstruction, breast implants, tummy tuck, total mastectomy ,nose and ear reshaping, ORIF maxilla and mandible,skin grafts, face lifts, facial implants, bbl’s, fat grafting, lipo, deep flaps, breast expanders Upper and lower blepharoplasty

EAR

Tympanoplasty,stapedectomy,cochleae implant and myringotomy

LARYNX

Laryngoscopy, esophagoscopy,laryngoplasty

NOSE

Septoplasty with turbinate reduction, rhinoplasty FESS-Funtional Endoscopic Sinsus Surgery

GYN

D&E,D&C tubal ligation

Hysteroscopy, , ECC-Endocervical curettage, total abdominal hysterectomy, vaginal hysterectomy, Laparoscopic assisted hysterectomy with sapping-oophorectomy, sacrocolpopexy,posterior repair,mid urethral sling cystoscopy, Lefort colpoclesis, mid

GENERAL

Appendectomy, cholecystectomy,total and partial thyroidectomy, porta cath removal and insert

Hernia repair- inguinal, femoral, umbilical, incisional removal of general warts and hpv

Whipple procedure

Gastric bypass and sleeve

UROLOGY

Circumcision, hypospadias, cystoscopy, orchiopexy, lithotripsy, excision hydrocele, vasectomy

TURP-Transurethral Resection of Prostate

Genital Remodeling

Neovaginoplasty

Transplant kidney-donor and receiver

Organ Procurement

Level 1 trauma call-gun shot, stabbing and car accident, ortho trauma and amputation

General trauma

  • Aseptic and sterilization techniques
  • Organizational skills

Timeline

Certified Surgical Technologist

Sibley Memorial John Hopkins
08.2024 - Current

Certified Surgical Technologist

Boston Medical Center, Boston
01.2024 - 08.2024

Travel Surgical Technologist

Sibley Memorial John Hopkins
12.2022 - 01.2024

Travel Certified Surgical Technologist

VCU Health Community Memorial Hospital
05.2022 - 12.2022

Travel Certified Surgical Technologist

Atrium Mercy
10.2021 - 04.2022

Certified Surgical Technologist

Medarva Stony Point Surgery Center
05.2021 - 10.2021

Certified Surgical Technologist

UVA Outpatient Surgery Center
01.2020 - 05.2021

Certified Surgical Technologist

Vcuh Ambulatory Carr Center
03.2017 - 12.2019

High School Diploma -

Kingston High School

Surgical Technology -

Ulster Boces
Michelle Campbell