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Michelle Gladieux

Toledo,OH

Summary

Versatile Certified Surgical Technologist First Assist bringing over 12 years experience in the hospital setting. Highly proficient in Robotic, Orthopedics, General and Cardio Vascular procedures. Skilled in all elements of the operating room, including surgical field set up and break down, aseptic technique and checking over surgeon's preference cards. Committed to sustaining the highest quality standards to achieve optimal patient outcomes.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Certified Surgical First Assistant

McLaren Northern Michigan
06.2025 - Current
  • 202 Bed, Level 2 Trauma Center
  • Reduced surgery time with efficient anticipation of surgeon''s needs, resulting in faster patient recovery.
  • Assisted in various types of surgeries such as orthopedic, vascular, general surgery, gynecology or urology procedures tailoring assistance based on specific case requirements.
  • Supported surgeons in emergency situations, demonstrating quick thinking and adaptability under pressure for optimal patient outcomes.
  • Promoted a culture of safety within the operating room, consistently following best practices and encouraging open communication among team members.
  • Assisted in Ortho, General, Robotics, Vascular, GYN

CST

Hendrick Health System
11.2024 - Current
  • 650 Bed, Level 3 Trauma Center
  • Travel assignment through LeadHealth
  • Scrubbed / Assisted
  • Cardiac
  • Vascular
  • Thoracic
  • General
  • Robotic ( gyn, thoracic )
  • Orthopedics
  • OB/Gyn


CVOR Surgical Technologist

Mercy St. Vincent Hospital
12.2023 - 09.2024
  • 633 bed, Level 1 Trauma Center
  • Travel assignment through Pluto Healthcare
  • Scrubbed
  • Cardiac
  • Vascular
  • Thoracic
  • Robotic ( thoracic )

CSFA - Traveler

Promedica Defiance Regional Hospital
11.2022 - 11.2023
  • 35 bed, Level 3 Trauma Center
  • Travel assignment through LeadHealth
  • Scrubbed / Assisted
  • General
  • Robotic (general, gyn)
  • Vascular
  • OB/GYN
  • Orthopedics
  • Cysto and endoscopy procedures

Certified Surgical Tech - Traveler

McLaren Macomb Hospital
08.2022 - 11.2022
  • 288 bed, Acute Care Hospital Level 2 Trauma
  • Directly hired through McLaren Macomb Hospital for 3 month travel assignment
  • OB/GYN
  • General
  • Orthopedics
  • Ortho trauma
  • Thoracic
  • Vascular

CSFA - Permanent Staff

Mercy St. Anne Hospital
03.2015 - 07.2022
  • 128 bed, General Acute Care Hospital
  • Received First Assist certification 4/2019.
  • Scrubbed/assisted
  • General
  • Orthopedic
  • Vascular
  • Robotic (general/urology)
  • Urology
  • Thoracic
  • Cardiac
  • Endoscopy procedures.
  • Robotic team lead
  • Cardiac team lead
  • Wrapping and putting together instrument sets
  • Operating room and anesthesia turn over
  • Pulled cases
  • Partner hospital float for cardiac when short staffed

CVOR Surgical Technologist

University Of Michigan Cardio Vascular Center
01.2012 - 02.2015
  • Level 1 Trauma Center
  • Vascular
  • Thoracic
  • Cardiac
  • Transplant, kidney, lung and heart.

Education

No Degree - First Assist

Meridian Institute of Surgical Assisting
Nashville, TN
04.2019

Associate of Applied Science - Surgical Technology

Brown Mackie College - Findlay, OH
Findlay, OH
01.2012

Skills

  • CSFA
  • CPR/BLS certified
  • HIPPAA compliant
  • Wound Dressing
  • Suturing
  • Strong medical ethic
  • Problem resolution ability
  • Strong work ethic
  • Anticipating surgeon needs
  • Taking initiative
  • Adaptable

Affiliations

Association of Surgical Technologists and NBSTSA

Certification

NBSTSA - Certified Surgical Technologist First Assist

BLS

Accomplishments

Attended a medical mission trip in February 2023 to the Dominican Republic with Midwest Medical Mission.

Timeline

Certified Surgical First Assistant

McLaren Northern Michigan
06.2025 - Current

CST

Hendrick Health System
11.2024 - Current

CVOR Surgical Technologist

Mercy St. Vincent Hospital
12.2023 - 09.2024

CSFA - Traveler

Promedica Defiance Regional Hospital
11.2022 - 11.2023

Certified Surgical Tech - Traveler

McLaren Macomb Hospital
08.2022 - 11.2022

CSFA - Permanent Staff

Mercy St. Anne Hospital
03.2015 - 07.2022

CVOR Surgical Technologist

University Of Michigan Cardio Vascular Center
01.2012 - 02.2015

No Degree - First Assist

Meridian Institute of Surgical Assisting

Associate of Applied Science - Surgical Technology

Brown Mackie College - Findlay, OH

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