PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY

ACCOMPLISHMENTS

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WORK HISTORY

KATHY THOMPSON-COSTELLO

Monroe, MI 48162

734-***-**** - adxwqu@r.postjobfree.com

Experienced surgical assistant, with strong background in Neuro procedures, such as ACDF, lumbar fusions with the use of the Medtronic stealth O arm. Robotic GYN, General robotic cases, such as hernia repairs, umbilical, inguinal, robotic, gastric sleeve procedures. Assisted on total joints, total hips, total knees. ENT cases total thyroids, also for sleep apnea the inspire implant case. Mission-oriented and committed to sustaining-highest quality standards to achieve optimal patient outcomes.

Built strong relationships with surgeons and learned set up preferences to streamline surgeries.

Jaco guidelines

General

OB/GYN Procedures

Emergency Situations

Gyn Robotics

General Robotics

C sections

Ophthalmology

Spine/Head

Some vascular such as AV fistulas,

carotids, procedures

Podiatry

ENT

Plastic Surgery

Hand Surgery

Total Joint Replacements

08/2018 to Current Certified Surgical First Assistant Promedica, Monroe, Regional, Hospital – Monroe, MI Quickly responded to emergency situations during procedures with life-saving aid.

Kept views unobstructed by retracting, sponging and suctioning surgical sites. Protected patients from infection by setting up and managing sterile operating fields.

Minimized surgical bleeding with skilled ligation and clamping of blood vessels. Verified identity of patient or operative site.

Clamped, ligated or cauterized blood vessels to control bleeding during surgical entry using hemostatic clamps, suture ligatures or electrocautery equipment. EDUCATION

CERTIFICATIONS

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Applied sutures, staples or other materials to close skin, facial or subcutaneous wound layers.

Performed duties in accordance with applicable standards, policies and regulatory guidelines to promote safe working environment. Maintained energy and enthusiasm in fast-paced environment. Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.

Proved successful working within tight deadlines and fast-paced atmosphere. 11/1990 to 08/2018 Certified Surgical Technologist Promedica Monroe Regional Hospital – Monroe, MI

Anticipated surgeons needs and handed instruments and supplies to surgeons during procedures.

Delivered exemplary assistance and support to surgeons during general, gynecological, orthopedic, neurological and plastic surgery procedures. Gathered and set up equipment, tools and supplies and arrange instruments according to surgeons' preferences or instruction. 08/2018 Surgical First Assistant

Madisonville Community College - Madisonville, KY

08/1988 Surgical Technician

Marygrove College - Detroit, MI

Certified NBSTSA Surgical First Assistant

Certification # 195075

Covid-19 vaccinated

BLS certified

Neuro team Lead

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