Sharmeen Hussain
Houston,Texas
Summary
Dynamic Certified Surgical Technologist and Certified Surgical First Assistant with a proven track record at Huntsville Memorial Hospital, enhancing patient outcomes through adept problem-solving and teamwork. Skilled in sterile techniques and suturing, I excel in high-pressure environments, improving surgical efficiency and contributing to protocol development for quality care across departments.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Certified Surgical First Assistant
Huntsville Memorial Hospital
12.2021 - Current
- Utilized strong problem-solving skills for effective troubleshooting during unexpected intraoperative challenges.
- Contributed to the development of hospital protocols and guidelines for the role of the Certified Surgical First Assistant, promoting standardization and quality care across departments.
- Assisted in various types of surgeries such as robotics, orthopedic, vascular, general surgery, obstetrics/gynecology, and urology procedures tailoring assistance based on specific case requirements.
- Improved patient outcomes by assisting surgeons during complex procedures as a Certified Surgical First Assistant.
Certified Surgical Technologist
Huntsville Memorial Hospital
05.2013 - Current
- Anticipated surgeons needs and handed instruments and supplies to surgeons during procedures.
- Setup operating and surgery rooms by preparing equipment and supplies for upcoming procedures.
- Demonstrated adaptability when faced with emergency situations or unexpected complications during surgeries, providing prompt support to surgical teams.
- Expedited surgery room turnover times by swiftly preparing operating rooms for subsequent surgeries, maximizing efficiency within the department.
Education
Certificate - Surgical Assisting
Meridian School of First Assisting
Nashville, TN12.2021
Certificate - Surgical Technology
The College of Health Care Professions
TX05.2013
Skills
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Attention to detail
- Problem-solving abilities
- Multitasking Abilities
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Sterile technique
- Suturing techniques
Accomplishments
- Trained several new surgical technologists, students and staff.
- Built strong relationships with surgeons and learned set up preferences to streamline surgeries.
Languages
Urdu
Native or Bilingual
Hindi
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Certified Surgical First Assistant
Huntsville Memorial Hospital
12.2021 - Current
Certified Surgical Technologist
Huntsville Memorial Hospital
05.2013 - Current
Certificate - Surgical Assisting
Meridian School of First Assisting
Certificate - Surgical Technology
The College of Health Care Professions
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