Stephanie Arrowood
Arden,NC
Summary
Dynamic Certified Surgical First Assistant with extensive experience at Mission Hospital, excelling in patient positioning and infection control. Proven ability to enhance surgical outcomes through effective teamwork and critical thinking, contributing to reduced infection rates and optimized surgical workflows. Proficient in suturing techniques and adapting to emergency situations. Always keeping a strong focus on precision and patient care. Proven ability to collaborate effectively with surgical teams, ensuring optimal outcomes. Adaptable to dynamic environments and skilled in surgical procedures, instrumentation, and sterile techniques. Reliable team member known for dedication to achieving exceptional results.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Certified Surgical First Assistant
Mission Hospital
Asheville, NC
09.2021 - Current
- Leveraged knowledge of human anatomy to position patients correctly thereby maximizing access during surgery while minimizing discomfort postoperation.
- Ensured patient safety, maintaining sterile fields and applying proper aseptic techniques throughout surgeries.
- Collaborated with surgical teams to develop innovative approaches for surgical procedures, optimizing patient care.
- Managed surgical equipment and supply inventory efficiently ensuring availability when required without causing delays due to missing resources.
- Arranged supplies and instrumentation to meet needs of individual surgeons and enhance team efficiency.
- Assisted surgeons during procedures, ensuring optimal instrument availability and sterile environment.
- Utilized strong problem-solving skills for effective troubleshooting during unexpected intraoperative challenges.
- Supported surgeons in emergency situations, demonstrating quick thinking and adaptability under pressure for optimal patient outcomes.
- Perform skilled and efficient suturing to promote healing, infection control and patient satisfaction.
- Applied antiseptics and sterile dressings to cover surgical locations and boost healing.
- Trained to be proficient in surgical specialties including joint replacement, foot and ankle, plastics, laparoscopic, and general procedures, also ear, nose and throat, pediatrics, with a focus in davinci robotic surgeries, neuro and orthopedic trauma
Cerified Surgical Technologist
Park Ridge Hospital
Hendersonville, NC
05.2016 - Current
- Assisted in preparing surgical instruments and equipment for various procedures.
- Maintained sterile environments by adhering to infection control protocols.
- Collaborated with surgical teams to ensure efficient workflow during operations.
- Participated in quality assurance initiatives to enhance patient safety standards.
- 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.
- Trained to be proficient in surgical specialties including joint replacement, foot and ankle, spine, plastics, laparoscopic, endoscopic and general procedures, also ear, nose and throat and eye surgeries.
Certified Surgical Technologist
Mission Hopspital
Asheville, NC
01.2019 - 09.2021
- Maintained sterile field throughout surgical operations to ensure patient safety.
- Assisted surgeons during procedures by preparing sterile instruments and supplies.
- Collaborated with nursing staff to optimize workflow and enhance patient care.
- Assisted surgeons in complex procedures, ensuring efficient completion and minimized complications.
- Demonstrated adaptability when faced with emergency situations or unexpected complications during surgeries, providing prompt support to surgical teams.
- Contributed to reduced infection rates by diligently practicing proper sterilization techniques for instruments and equipment.
- Expanded knowledge of surgical procedures through continuous professional development, staying current with industry advancements.
- Trained to work in SPD when needed.
- Trained to be proficient in surgical specialties including joint replacement, foot and ankle, spine, plastics, laparoscopic, davinci and general procedures, also ear, nose and throat, pediatrics, and a orthopedic trauma call team member.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Surgical First Assistant
Madisonville Community College
Madisonville, KY08-2021
Associate of Applied Science - Surgical Technology
Asheville Buncombe Technical Community College
Asheville, NC05-2016
Skills
Operating room safety
Patient positioning
Suturing techniques
Preoperative preparation
Sterile technique
Surgical instrumentation
Intraoperative assistance
Blood vessel control
Surgical draping
Critical thinking
Setting up and operating equipment
Infection control protocols
Suturing
Pre-surgical preparation
Medication administration
Wound dressing
Anatomy and physiology
Surgical support
Teamwork and collaboration
Problem-solving
Time management
Attention to detail
Surgical techniques
Certified in CPR/AED
Hand-eye coordination
Infection control
Adaptability
Emergency response
Timeline
Certified Surgical First Assistant
Mission Hospital
09.2021 - Current
Certified Surgical Technologist
Mission Hopspital
01.2019 - 09.2021
Cerified Surgical Technologist
Park Ridge Hospital
05.2016 - Current
Associate of Applied Science - Surgical First Assistant
Madisonville Community College
Associate of Applied Science - Surgical Technology
Asheville Buncombe Technical Community College