Michelle Khaled
Boyne City,MI
Summary
Driven Surgical Technologist offering 18 years' experience in ambulatory and hospital settings. Well-versed in sports medicine, total joint replacement, general surgery and plastic surgery procedures. Proven leader and instrumental in developing new total joint replacement programs and educating staff on new policies, procedures and equipment. Eager to take next career step with growing organization offering opportunities for professional development and advancement.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
CST, CFA
Charlevoix Hospital
Charlevoix, MI
10.2013 - 02.2021
- Prepared instruments for terminal sterilization and reset surgical suites for next procedure.
- Controlled bleeding during procedures by applying hemostatic clamps, suture ligatures, and electrocautery equipment.
- Managed operating room setup by cleaning and sterilizing instruments and surfaces, maintaining supply inventories and organizing surgical tools.
- Delivered exemplary assistance and support to surgeons during general, gynecological, orthopedic, neurological and plastic surgery procedures.
- Performed and documented pre-surgery and post-surgery sponge, instrument, and needle count.
- Gathered and set up equipment, tools and supplies and arrange instruments according to surgeons' preferences or instruction.
- Created safe operating environments for invasive and non-invasive procedures.
- Anticipated surgeons needs and handed instruments and supplies to surgeons during procedures.
- Created unobstructive operative fields by using retractors, sponges, and suction and irrigating equipment.
- Worked with vendors for speedy procurement of services and equipment.
- Completed 10 total joint replacement procedures per month.
- Inventoried supplies for shoulder, knee and hip replacements.
- Evaluated procedure needs and set up equipment, tools, supplies and instruments.
- Maintained high infection control standards.
- Coordinated acquisition of surgical services and specialized equipment.
CST
McLaren Northern Michigan
Petoskey, MI
10.2003 - 10.2013
- Controlled bleeding during procedures by applying hemostatic clamps, suture ligatures, and electrocautery equipment.
- Prepared instruments for terminal sterilization and reset surgical suites for next procedure.
- Delivered exemplary assistance and support to surgeons during general, gynecological, orthopedic, neurological and plastic surgery procedures.
- Managed operating room setup by cleaning and sterilizing instruments and surfaces, maintaining supply inventories and organizing surgical tools.
- Performed and documented pre-surgery and post-surgery sponge, instrument, and needle count.
- Used sutures, staples, clips and other tools to close wounds.
- Created unobstructive operative fields by using retractors, sponges, and suction and irrigating equipment.
- Created safe operating environments for invasive and non-invasive procedures.
- Anticipated surgeons needs and handed instruments and supplies to surgeons during procedures.
- Gathered and set up equipment, tools and supplies and arrange instruments according to surgeons' preferences or instruction.
- Collected, prepared, and disposed of medical specimens.
- Maintained daily workflow, coordinating with operating room staff to prepare for scheduled and emergency cases.
- Evaluated procedure needs and purchased equipment and tools for procedures.
- Coordinated acquisition of surgical services and specialized equipment.
- Projected best-in-class care standards by achieving training initiatives for new surgical team members and aligning Orthopedic procedures for optimal efficiency.
Adjunct Clinical Instructor
North Central Community College
Petoskey, MI
08.2009 - 08.2013
- Implemented new educational techniques to boost student comprehension while reducing learning time.
- Led daily operations by providing laboratory instruction, student advisement and industry best practices.
- Conducted clinical simulations and provided feedback for each individual student.
- Instructed patients on conscientious health awareness.
- Provided immediate and constructive feedback to students individually and as group.
- Updated instructional materials, ordered equipment and supplies and utilized various learning modalities to enhance instruction.
- Instructed and coached students to help overcome academic issues and personal challenges.
Education
Associate of Science - Surgical Technology
Northern Michigan University
Marquette, MI07.2003
Skills
- Infection control protocols
- Biohazardous waste disposal
- Pre-surgical preparation
- Pre- and post-surgical counts
Timeline
CST, CFA
Charlevoix Hospital
10.2013 - 02.2021
Adjunct Clinical Instructor
North Central Community College
08.2009 - 08.2013
CST
McLaren Northern Michigan
10.2003 - 10.2013
Associate of Science - Surgical Technology
Northern Michigan University