Traci SteMarie
Haverhill,NH
Summary
Twenty years of experience and success in working as an integral member of the surgical team. Highly knowledgeable in wide range of procedures. Hold current CPR and Basic Life Support certifications.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Surgical Assistant
Upper Valley Oral Surgery
11.2011 - Current
- Assisted in surgical procedures, ensuring instruments and supplies were readily available.
- Maintained sterile environment, adhering to infection control protocols diligently.
- Collaborated with surgeons and staff to optimize patient care workflows.
- Trained new surgical assistants on best practices and operational protocols.
- Monitored inventory levels of surgical supplies, facilitating timely reordering processes.
- Conducted pre-operative assessments, preparing patients for procedures effectively.
- Served as a mentor for new surgical assistants, sharing knowledge and expertise to foster growth within the team.
- Expedited turnaround time between surgeries by efficiently preparing the operating room for subsequent cases.
- Improved patient comfort during pre-and post-operative phases by providing compassionate care tailored to individual needs.
- Ensured optimal patient care by assisting in preoperative assessments, postoperative recovery, and wound management.
- Supported anesthesia providers with intubation, extubation, and monitoring of vital signs during surgery.
- Enhanced patient safety by meticulously following surgical protocols and maintaining a sterile environment.
- Upheld strict adherence to HIPAA regulations while documenting patient information in electronic medical records systems.
- Monitored patient vital signs, reporting changes to surgeon for further investigation.
Education
High School Diploma -
Oxbow High School
Bradford, VT06.1998
Skills
Surgical equipment operation
Sterile technique proficiency
Strong leadership qualities
Professionalism and ethics
Continuous learning attitude
Medical terminology
Preoperative preparation
Detail-oriented focus
Postoperative care
Infection control protocols
Pre-surgical preparation
Attention to detail
Multitasking
Timeline
Lead Surgical Assistant
Upper Valley Oral Surgery
11.2011 - Current
High School Diploma -
Oxbow High School