Raynette Martin
Sacramento, CA
Summary
Detail-oriented Surgical Assistant with proven skills in maintaining sterile environments and supporting surgical teams. Committed to patient safety and adapting quickly to new procedures.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Surgical Assistant
Capitol Periodontal Group
Sacramento
10.2025 - Current
- Assisted in preparing surgical instruments and materials for periodontal procedures.
- Supported the surgical team during patient preparation and anesthesia administration.
- Maintained sterile environment by adhering to infection control protocols.
- Collaborated with dental professionals to ensure seamless workflow in surgery.
- Monitored patient comfort and safety throughout surgical processes.
- Documented patient information and procedural details accurately in electronic systems.
- Adapted quickly to new procedures and technologies in a fast-paced clinical setting.
- Sterilized and organized surgical instruments to maintain safety standards during procedures.
- Monitored patient vital signs and provided support during anesthesia administration.
- Educated patients on post-operative care and recovery expectations to enhance satisfaction.
- Implemented improvements in surgical processes, resulting in streamlined operations and reduced delays.
- Provided compassionate care to patients throughout their surgical experience, easing anxiety and ensuring comfort.
- Assisted in complex surgical procedures, demonstrating adaptability and knowledge across multiple disciplines.
Surgical Assistant
Sierra Periodontics
Orangevale , Ca
06.2025 - 10.2025
- Assisted with patient preparation and positioning for periodontal procedures.
- Managed surgical instruments, ensuring availability and sterility throughout procedures.
- Supported the dental team by providing chair-side assistance during surgeries.
- Maintained accurate records of surgical procedures and patient information.
- Prepared and presented treatment plans
- Take digital and traditional radiographs
- Educate patients on pre and post operative instructions
- Monitor vital signs and assist with sedated patient
Surgical Assistant
Clear Choice Dental Implant Center
Elk Grove, CA
06.2021 - 12.2024
- Assisted in patient preparation for periodontal surgeries, ensuring comfort and compliance with protocols.
- Sterilized and organized surgical instruments to maintain safety standards during procedures.
- Collaborated with dental professionals to facilitate efficient workflow in the operating room.
- Monitored patient vital signs and provided support during anesthesia administration.
- Educated patients on post-operative care and recovery expectations to enhance satisfaction.
- Contributed to inventory management by tracking supplies and ordering materials as needed.
- Implemented improvements in surgical processes, resulting in streamlined operations and reduced delays.
- Mentored new surgical assistants, providing guidance on best practices and procedural protocols.
- Provided compassionate care to patients throughout their surgical experience, easing anxiety and ensuring comfort.
- Arranged supplies and instrumentation to meet needs of individual surgeons and enhance team efficiency.
- Kept views unobstructed by retracting, sponging, and suctioning surgical sites.
- Contributed to successful surgeries, anticipating surgeon needs and promptly delivering instruments.
- Protected patients from infection by setting up and managing sterile operating fields.
- Maintained accurate documentation of all surgical activities for record-keeping purposes and quality control analysis.
- Ensured patient safety by maintaining a sterile environment throughout surgery.
Education
High School Diploma -
Pacific High School
N. Highlands High School Diploma -
Pacific High School
Sacramento, CA06-1996
Skills
- Teamwork and cooperation
- Setting up and operating equipment
- Time management
- Surgical equipment handling
- Pre-surgical preparation
- Sterile technique proficiency
- Safe sharps disposal
- Wound dressing
- Certified in CPR/AED
- Vitals monitoring
- AdaptabilitY
- Insurance verification
Timeline
Surgical Assistant
Capitol Periodontal Group
10.2025 - Current
Surgical Assistant
Sierra Periodontics
06.2025 - 10.2025
Surgical Assistant
Clear Choice Dental Implant Center
06.2021 - 12.2024
High School Diploma -
Pacific High School
High School Diploma -
Pacific High School