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Surgical First Assistant
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Leiann Wilkinson

Leiann Wilkinson

Hull,Kingston upon Hull

Summary

I am a qualified medical professional with over 16 years experience, specialising in scrub, anaesthetics and recovery. I have a wide background of receiving, evaluating and delivering patient care in recovery area. Solid track record of providing smooth perioperative care. Seasoned ODP with vast experience working in hospitals and operating theatres. Excellent problem solving and analytical skills. Goes extra mile to assist patients before, during and after surgery. Highly trained and experienced with expert understanding of principles, practices and patient care. Diligent about following optimum procedures and requirements. Caring medical practitioner with record of success in patient relations and diagnostics. Delivers top quality support for range of patient ailments following optimum practices of modern medicine. Always willing to take on challenging new role harnessing interpersonal skills, collaboration and problem-solving. Driven to deliver high-quality service and consistent results.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience
2
2
years of post-secondary education

Work history

Operating department practitioner

Spire Healthcare
Leeds, West Yorkshire
04.2021 - Current
  • Upheld and worked within standard operating procedures, policies and code of conduct to maintain patient confidentiality.
  • Provided appropriate treatment to patients for dissipation of surgical and anaesthetic effects.
  • Established continuity of care by maintaining accurate treatment records for patients.
  • Provided correct surgical instruments and equipment to surgeons to minimise errors and time.
  • Minimised mortality risk by monitoring patients in recovery unit for signs of deterioration.
  • Coordinated with CSSD to prioritise sets to meet theatre and hospital requirements.
  • Trained new hires on pre- and post-operative best care practices to boost patient satisfaction levels.
  • Optimised clinical outcomes by facilitating effective communication between surgical team and other clinic departments.
  • Cleaned, sterilised and disposed of used surgical equipment to minimise nosocomial infections.
  • Assessed patients after surgical operations for discharge back into wards.
  • Applied relaxation techniques to help patients overcome pre-surgery anxiety.
  • Completed WHO Patient Safety Checklist to maintain high-quality standards.
  • Participated in training sessions and webinars to maintain up-to-date clinical knowledge in various specialities.
  • Monitored vitals during elective surgeries to respond to patients' needs.
  • Operated anaesthetic machines and IV equipment during surgical operations to secure patients' airways.
  • Prepared necessary instruments and equipment including microscopes, lasers and endoscopes for surgery.
  • Managed an Operating Theatre, leading and educating the team

Operating department practitioner

Your World Healthcare Agency
London
04.2020 - 04.2021
  • Upheld and worked within standard operating procedures, policies and code of conduct to maintain patient confidentiality.
  • Provided appropriate treatment to patients for dissipation of surgical and anaesthetic effects.
  • Established continuity of care by maintaining accurate treatment records for patients.
  • Provided correct surgical instruments and equipment to surgeons to minimise errors and time.
  • Prepared necessary instruments and equipment including microscopes, lasers and endoscopes for surgery.
  • Minimised mortality risk by monitoring patients in recovery unit for signs of deterioration.
  • Optimised clinical outcomes by facilitating effective communication between surgical team and other clinic departments.
  • Assessed patients after surgical operations for discharge back into wards.
  • Applied relaxation techniques to help patients overcome pre-surgery anxiety.
  • Completed WHO Patient Safety Checklist to maintain high-quality standards.
  • Participated in training sessions and webinars to maintain up-to-date clinical knowledge in various specialities.
  • Monitored vitals during elective surgeries to respond to patients' needs.
  • Operated anaesthetic machines and IV equipment during surgical operations to secure patients' airways.

Operating department practitioner

nlg Healthcare Agency
Hull, Kingston upon Hull
09.2016 - 08.2020
  • Upheld and worked within standard operating procedures, policies and code of conduct to maintain patient confidentiality.
  • Provided appropriate treatment to patients for dissipation of surgical and anaesthetic effects.
  • Established continuity of care by maintaining accurate treatment records for patients.
  • Provided correct surgical instruments and equipment to surgeons to minimise errors and time.
  • Prepared necessary instruments and equipment including microscopes, lasers and endoscopes for surgery.
  • Minimised mortality risk by monitoring patients in recovery unit for signs of deterioration.
  • Improved patient assessment and diagnostic procedures to reduce waiting and discharge times.
  • Optimised clinical outcomes by facilitating effective communication between surgical team and other clinic departments.
  • Assessed patients after surgical operations for discharge back into wards.
  • Applied relaxation techniques to help patients overcome pre-surgery anxiety.
  • Completed WHO Patient Safety Checklist to maintain high-quality standards.
  • Participated in training sessions and webinars to maintain up-to-date clinical knowledge in various specialities.
  • Monitored vitals during elective surgeries to respond to patients' needs.
  • Operated anaesthetic machines and IV equipment during surgical operations to secure patients' airways.

Operating Department Practitioner

Hull University Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust
Hull, East Yorkshire
04.2008 - 08.2016
  • Provided correct surgical instruments and equipment to surgeons to minimise errors and time.
  • Completed WHO Patient Safety Checklist to maintain high-quality standards.
  • Upheld and worked within standard operating procedures, policies and code of conduct to maintain patient confidentiality.
  • Monitored inventory supplies and re-ordered low-stock items to maintain operating theatre efficiency.
  • Assessed patients after surgical operations for discharge back into wards.
  • Improved patient assessment and diagnostic procedures to reduce waiting and discharge times.
  • Coordinated with CSSD to prioritise sets to meet theatre and hospital requirements.
  • Established continuity of care by maintaining accurate treatment records for patients.
  • Cleaned, sterilised and disposed of used surgical equipment to minimise nosocomial infections.
  • Operated anaesthetic machines and IV equipment during surgical operations to secure patients' airways.
  • Minimised mortality risk by monitoring patients in recovery unit for signs of deterioration.
  • Provided appropriate treatment to patients for dissipation of surgical and anaesthetic effects.
  • Trained new hires on pre- and post-operative best care practices to boost patient satisfaction levels.

Education

Higher National Diploma - Operating Department Practitioner

University of Huddersfield, Huddersfield, Kirklees
09.2002 - 08.2004

Skills

  • Leadership
  • Problem-solving
  • Team building
  • Communication skills
  • Customer relations
  • Attention to detail
  • High achiever

Affiliations

  • Crazy grandma who loves spending time with 5 amazing little people, always exploring and trying new adventures together
  • Interior Design

Surgical First Assistant

Currently studying and training to become a surgical first assistant to the surgeon. Intense 22 week course including assignments, competencies and working first hand assisting the surgeon, mainly hip and knee replacements and also laparoscopic work.

Timeline

Operating department practitioner - Spire Healthcare
04.2021 - Current
Operating department practitioner - Your World Healthcare Agency
04.2020 - 04.2021
Operating department practitioner - nlg Healthcare Agency
09.2016 - 08.2020
Operating Department Practitioner - Hull University Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust
04.2008 - 08.2016
University of Huddersfield - Higher National Diploma, Operating Department Practitioner
09.2002 - 08.2004

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