Pamela Sullivan
Upper Marlboro,Maryland
Summary
Consider myself a highly organized and detail-oriented professional with a drive to exceed expectations. Ability to provide solutions to complex problems, seeking to leverage skills and knowledge to contribute to team success. Detail-oriented with excellent communication, interpersonal, and creative thinking skills. Aiming to leverage my abilities to successfully fill the open position as First Surgical Assistant. Frequently praised as hard-working by my peers, I can be relied upon to help the team to achieve the goals.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
First Surgical Assistant
Johns Hopkins Howard County Medical Center
Columbia, Maryland
12.2023 - Current
- Communicated effectively with surgeons, nurses and other medical staff members regarding patient needs.
- Provided assistance to surgeons during surgical procedures, including passing instruments and retracting tissue.
- Assisted in positioning the patient on the operating table in preparation for surgery.
- Assisted in prepping and draping the patient for surgery, ensuring proper sterile technique.
- Assisted in transporting patients to and from the operating room safely.
- Administered medications ordered by surgeons prior to or during surgery when necessary.
- Maintained a safe environment by adhering to all safety protocols and standards.
- Disposed of contaminated sharps appropriately according to OSHA regulations.
- Demonstrated knowledge of anatomy, physiology, pharmacology, medical terminology, infection control practices and aseptic techniques.
- Anticipated needs of surgeon and other team members with regard to requirements of each surgical procedure.
- Administered local anesthesia for skin biopsies and removed sutures after surgical procedures.
First Surgical Assistant
Platinum Medical Staffing
Olney, Maryland
09.2023 - 12.2023
First Surgical Assistant
Kairós Medical LLC
Boca Raton, Miami
06.2022 - 10.2022
- Served as a liaison between surgeons, nurses and ancillary staff members during procedures.
- Displayed exceptional interpersonal skills while interacting with patients, families and colleagues.
- Adhered strictly to infection control standards at all times within the operating room environment.
- Assisted with wound closure using sutures or staples when appropriate.
- Demonstrated excellent knowledge of medical terminology and surgical techniques.
- Provided compassionate care to patients before, during and after their surgeries.
- Administered local anesthesia for skin biopsies and removed sutures after surgical procedures.
- Utilized strong organizational skills to prioritize tasks effectively within a fast-paced setting.
- Performed various tasks as directed by surgeons such as suctioning, retracting tissue, holding organs or vessels out of the way
Doctor in Medicine and Surgery
Hospital General del Sur
Choluteca, Honduras
11.2016 - 05.2019
- Maintained detailed records of patient history, treatments performed and outcomes achieved.
- Assisted surgeons during operations by providing instrumentation and other necessary support as needed throughout the surgery.
- Responded promptly to emergency situations occurring during surgeries while remaining calm under pressure.
- Developed and implemented patient care plans in collaboration with the surgical team, including post-operative instructions for follow up care.
- Rounds, rotations and shifts in all critical areas and emergencies rooms, including labor and delivery room.
- Performed pre-operative assessments and physical examinations of patients prior to surgery, ensuring accuracy in diagnosis and treatment plans.
- Provided patient education regarding pre-operative instruction, post-operative recovery expectations, lifestyle modifications, wound care management and preventive healthcare measures.
- Performance of non-invasive surgical procedures
Education
USMLE STEP 1/2 - Medicine
Kaplan Medical Program
New York, New York10.2021
Doctor in Medicine and Surgery - Medicine
National Autonomous University of Honduras
03.2019
Skills
- Effective Communication
- Problem-solving aptitude
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Anatomy and Physiology
- Surgical Instrument Knowledge
- Professionalism and Ethics
- Clinical Judgment
- Medical Terminology
- Wound Closure Proficiency
- Infection Control
- Problem Solving
- Empathy and Compassion
- Suturing
- Patient transportation
- Wound Dressing
- Heartsaver CPR AED (CPR AED)
- Excellent Communication
- Patient safety
- Professionalism and ethics
- Advanced surgical techniques
- Wound closure proficiency
- Tissue handling
- Teamwork and cooperation
- Setting up and operating equipment
- Teamwork and collaboration
Certification
First Surgical Assistant Certified
Process of being Certified as Robotic First Surgical Assistant by INTUITIVE COMPANY
LANGUAGES
Spanish - Native
English - Advanced
Lado International Institute
Timeline
First Surgical Assistant
Johns Hopkins Howard County Medical Center
12.2023 - Current
First Surgical Assistant
Platinum Medical Staffing
09.2023 - 12.2023
First Surgical Assistant
Kairós Medical LLC
06.2022 - 10.2022
Doctor in Medicine and Surgery
Hospital General del Sur
11.2016 - 05.2019
Doctor in Medicine and Surgery - Medicine
National Autonomous University of Honduras
USMLE STEP 1/2 - Medicine
Kaplan Medical Program