Sterile Processing Technician

LAKEITIA DOWDY *** Lynch Street Apex, North Carolina 27502

919-***-**** or 919-***-**** *************@***.***

SUMMARY:

Motivated, manual dexterity, dependable and reliable team-player seeking a position as

an Assembler or Sterile Processing Associate. Willing to utilize my knowledge and hard

work attained from my education, manufacturing and customer service skills in order to

further the growth of an organization.

EDUCATION:

Miller-Motte College, Cary, NC Aug. 2011- Jun. 2012

Sterile Processing Certificate GPA 3.53

CPR Certified Jun. 2012- Jun. 2014

Fayetteville Technical Community College, Fayetteville, NC May 2007- May 2009

Web Technology Associate’s Degree

Central Community College, Sanford, NC Oct. 2005 - Feb. 2006

Bio-works Processing Technician Certificate

Certified Nursing Assistant Certificate Nov. 2000 -May 2005

CLINICAL EXPERINCE:

Duke Raleigh Hospital, Raleigh, NC

Externship, Hands-on Training

Assorted, cleaned, and decontaminated instruments in preparation of sterilization

process.

Disassemble, clean, assemble and test instrumentation in proper functioning.

Assembled surgical instrument trays as requested by surgeons.

Monitored the steam, ETO, and dry heat methods of sterilization processes, according

to manufacturer’s directions.

Prepared, wrapped, and tagged surgical instruments and trays for use throughout the

hospital.

Kept updated records of sterilized instruments to guarantee stock was rotated.

Worked together with the surgical team to insure that instruments were sterile and

available.

WORK EXPERIENCE:

Moses Cone Health (MSN Medical Staffing), Greensboro, NC Nov. 2012-Feb. 2013

(Laid-off due to company downsizing)

Sterile Processing Technician

Organize and assemble routine or specialty surgical instrument trays or other sterilized

supplies, filling special requests as needed.

Transport case carts from dirty cart room to decontamination for cleaning.

Load and unload case cart washer for cleaning and use.

Rite-Aid Pharmacy, Sanford, NC Nov. 2007 - Jun. 2012

Sales Associate/Cashier (part-time while going to school)

Solectron Global/Flextronics (Aerotek), Morrisville, NC Jun. 2006-Nov. 2007

Computer Technician/ Builder

Test electronics units, using standard test equipment, and analyze results to evaluate

performance and determine need for adjustment.

Adjust or replace defective or improperly functioning circuitry or electronics

components, using hand tools.

Reassemble machines after making repairs or replacing parts.

Synthes USA, West Chester, PA Feb. 2005 - Aug. 2005

Finishing Operator (Maternity Leave)

Used instruments to calibrate implants and block valves to correct and regenerate

fractures, deformities, or tumors of the spine.

Align, fit, or assemble medical devices, using hand or surgical power tools, fixtures,

templates, or microscopes.

Operate bead blast machines and ultrasonic machines for coating and final test of

products.

Pentair Pool Products, Sanford, NC Aug. 2000 - Nov. 2002

Assembler/Builder

Apply coatings, such as paint, ink, or lacquer, to protect or decorate work piece

surfaces, using spray guns, pens, or brushes.

Test and adjust machine speeds or actions, according to product specifications, using

gauges and hand tools.

Water test tanks to check for leaks or malfunctions.

Eaton Corporation, Sanford, NC Sept. 1999 - Mar. 2000

Assembler/Sub-Assembler

Position, align, and adjust parts for proper fit and assembly.

Measure parts to determine tolerances, using precision measuring instruments such as

micrometers, and calipers.

Assemble small parts, and position, align, and fasten units to assemblies,

subassemblies, or frames, using hand tools and power tools.

AWARDS AND HONOURS

Perfect Attendance Awards

Presidents List Award

Dean’s List Award

Reference upon request

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