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Beth Muhly

Cornelius,OR

Summary

Versatile and motivated Surgical Tech with over 13 years' experience in preparing, maintaining and anticipating instrument and procedure needs. Expertise in OBGYN, General Surgery/Bariatrics, and Orthopedics. Proven leader focused on developing highly collaborative surgical support teams. Well versed in all operating room activities with a commitment to upholding the highest standard of sterile technique during procedures. Enthusiastic to join a rewarding organization focused on supporting growth and career progression.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience

Work History

Certified Surgical Technologist

Kaiser
Hillsboro, OR
07.2015 - 04.2024
  • Prepared operating room for surgical procedures, including setting up sterile field.
  • Assisted surgeons during operative procedures by anticipating their needs and passing instruments.
  • Maintained aseptic technique throughout the procedure.
  • Ensured that all equipment was functioning properly prior to use in the operating room.
  • Identified potential problems before they occurred by closely observing the sterile field and personnel involved in the procedure.
  • Monitored patients' physical condition during surgery and reported any changes to the surgeon or circulating nurse.
  • Performed instrument counts before, during, and after surgeries as required by hospital policy.
  • Provided instruction on proper techniques of handling instruments to new team members.
  • Helped maintain an organized working environment in the OR through cleaning, stocking supplies, and organizing equipment carts.
  • Set up trays with necessary surgical instruments according to established protocols.
  • Assisted with scrubbing in for each case as needed.
  • Performed various duties such as applying dressings to incisions sites postoperatively.
  • Retrieved specimens from the OR for laboratory analysis.
  • Responded quickly to changes in patient status or emergency situations.
  • Demonstrated knowledge of principles of asepsis while preparing and caring for patients undergoing surgery.
  • Followed safety guidelines when transporting patients from one area to another inside the facility.
  • Maintained inventory levels of medical supplies within assigned areas of responsibility.
  • Participated in continuing education activities related to job responsibilities.
  • Adhered to department policies regarding infection control practices.
  • Set up equipment, tools and supplies for procedures and organize instruments as directed in surgeons' preference cards.
  • Assisted surgeon by passing instruments and sterile supplies throughout operation.
  • Reviewed surgical requirements and prepped operating room with appropriate tools, equipment and instruments.
  • Organized equipment and instruments in alignment with surgical protocols and surgeon preferences.
  • Cleaned and restocked operating room, gathering and placing equipment and supplies.

Surgery Center at Tanasbourne

Providence
Hillsboro, OR
10.2012 - 07.2015
  • Prepared operating room for surgical procedures, including setting up sterile field.
  • Co-created Cataract surgery program. Onboarded 12 Physicians for new Cataract program. Trained staff on procedures and equipment, as well as, ordering implants and supplies.

Certified Surgical Technologist

Willamette Valley Medical Center
McMinnville, OR
11.2011 - 07.2015
  • Prepared operating room for surgical procedures, including setting up sterile field.
  • Assisted surgeons during operative procedures by anticipating their needs and passing instruments.
  • Ensured that all equipment was functioning properly prior to use in the operating room.
  • Maintained aseptic technique throughout the procedure.
  • Extensive experience in OBGYN and Cesarean Section Procedures.

Certified Surgical Technologist

PeaceHealth
Springfield, OR
10.2010 - 11.2011
  • Prepared operating room for surgical procedures, including setting up sterile field.
  • Assisted surgeons during operative procedures by anticipating their needs and passing instruments.
  • Maintained aseptic technique throughout the procedure.
  • Ensured that all equipment was functioning properly prior to use in the operating room.
  • Experience in high risk OBGYN/UROGYN surgical procedures including but not limited to Cesarean Sections.
  • Experience in Level 2 trauma surgeries.
  • Experience in OBGYN Robotics

Education

Certified Surgical Technologist - Surgical Technology

Concorde Career Institute
Portland, OR
05-2010

Skills

  • Surgical counts
  • Aseptic and sterilization techniques
  • Equipment set up and operation
  • Preparing for surgeries
  • Collecting medical specimens
  • OB/GYN procedures
  • Medical terminology proficiency
  • Transporting patients
  • Disposing of biohazardous waste
  • Anatomy and physiology
  • Wound Dressing
  • Dressing wounds

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Certified Surgical Technologist

Kaiser
07.2015 - 04.2024

Surgery Center at Tanasbourne

Providence
10.2012 - 07.2015

Certified Surgical Technologist

Willamette Valley Medical Center
11.2011 - 07.2015

Certified Surgical Technologist

PeaceHealth
10.2010 - 11.2011

Certified Surgical Technologist - Surgical Technology

Concorde Career Institute

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