Michelle Burnett
Tygh Valley,Oregon
Summary
Board Certified Surgical Technologist with twenty four year (24+) experience. Board Certified Surgical First Assistant with twenty (20+) years experience in the surgical field. Lead Surgical Services Coordinator. Highly-motivated, team-oriented and compassionate, with a wide variety of experience in different specialties including; General, Spine, Orthopedic, OB-GYN, Urology, OB/GYN, ENT, Podiatry, Vascular, Endoscopy, Eyes,Plastics, and Robotic da Vinci Surgical System.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified Surgical First Assist Coordinator, Lead
Mid Columbia Medical Center
The Dalles, OR
2023.06 - Current
- Service Coordinator for General, OB/GYN, Plastics, Robotics, and co coordinator with ENT.
- Work directly with surgeons, supply change, and the director of surgery.
- Manage preference cards, supplies, and cases.
- Coordinate instrumentation and medical reps, and new equipment
- Robotic committee and reports.
- Monitor Inventory and outdates. Manage product failures and returns.
- Proven ability to develop and implement creative solutions to complex problems.
- Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently.
Certified Surgical First Assistant
Mid Columbia Medical Center
The Dalles, OR
10.2004 - Current
- Providing aid in exposure, hemostasis, wound closure, and other perioperative functions to help the surgeon and surgical team carry out a safe operation with optimal results for the patient.
- First assist with multiple surgeries; Neck Dissection, Parotids,Thyroids, Bowel Resections (Robotic, laparoscopic, open), Prostatectomies, Breast reconstruction, reduction, and mastectomies.
- Demonstrated a high level of initiative and creativity while tackling difficult tasks.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
- Cultivated interpersonal skills by building positive relationships with others.
Certified Surgical Technologist
Mid Columbia Medical Center
The Dalles, OR
06.1999 - Current
- Experience in Orthopedic, General, ENT, and OB-GYN, Plastics, Urology, Spine, Vascular, Endoscopy. Assume responsibility for setting up and passing instruments, holding retractors, assisting the surgeon, and assisting with circulating duties as necessary. Observe and maintain aseptic technique at all times. Assist in preparing the operating room for procedure, obtaining needed equipment and supplies. Maintain working knowledge of assembly and function of surgical instrumentation and equipment. Assist with skin preparation and draping of patient. Complete required sponge, needle and instrument counts. Gown and glove members of the surgical team. Anticipate the needs and instruments of the surgeon during an operation. Handle and care for surgical specimens according to policy/procedure. Take call as scheduled.
- Cross-trained to central sterilization.
- Introduced new staff members to training protocols regarding operating room procedures, infection control, safety standards, and overall facility policies.
Education
No Degree - Certified Surgical First Assistant
National Institute of First Assistants
12354 E. Caley Ave. Ste. 10806.2004
Associate of Applied Science - Medical Office Administration
Mt. Hood Community College
Gresham, OR06.1999
Associate of Applied Science - Surgical Technology
Mt. Hood Community College
Gresham, OR06.1999
Skills
- Resourceful team player
- Wide range of clinical experience
- Quick learner
- Strong interpersonal skills
- Detail oriented
- Compassionate professional
- Works effectively under pressure
- Dedicated to integrity & patient safety
Certification
- NBSTSA Board Certified Surgical First Assistant, Certification# 186725
- NBSTSA Board Certified Surgical Technologist, Certification# 96164
- BLS Certified
Timeline
Certified Surgical First Assist Coordinator, Lead
Mid Columbia Medical Center
2023.06 - Current
Certified Surgical First Assistant
Mid Columbia Medical Center
10.2004 - Current
Certified Surgical Technologist
Mid Columbia Medical Center
06.1999 - Current
No Degree - Certified Surgical First Assistant
National Institute of First Assistants
Associate of Applied Science - Medical Office Administration
Mt. Hood Community College
Associate of Applied Science - Surgical Technology
Mt. Hood Community College
- NBSTSA Board Certified Surgical First Assistant, Certification# 186725
- NBSTSA Board Certified Surgical Technologist, Certification# 96164
- BLS Certified
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