Sterile Processing Technician
Resume:
Aug **** Current
Carrollton, Georgia
Nita Ellis
Professional Summary
Reliable and highly trained Sterile Processing Tech with 1 + years of experience and in-depth understanding of proper sterilization techniques. Well-versed in stocking cars, preparing surgical trays and setting up medical equipment. Highly organized and systematic in carefully handling every detail.
Focused Sterile Processing Technician versed in sorting, sterilizing and restocking medical instruments. Replenishes surgical suites and crash cart supplies to support care continuum. Detail-oriented professional with 1 years of experience. Competent Sterile Processing Technician effective in keeping equipment and instruments clean, organized, and sterilized for use. Continuously tracks supplies to stay ready for any type of demand. Maintains detailed, organized records.
Dedicated Sterile Processing Tech focused on completing work quickly to consistently exceed targets. Reliable team member accustomed to taking on challenging tasks. Skilled team player with strong background in Sterile Processing environments. Works well independently to handle assignments and always ready to go beyond basics assignments. Quick learner with good computer abilities.
Skills
Conducted quality control checks on
instrumentation to evaluate function,
defects, and overall general condition.
Monitored equipment operation and
reported suspected malfunctions to
supervisors.
Followed written instructions to build
instrument kits for specialized
procedures.
Operated and tested sterilizers,
drafting, and maintaining all required
documentation.
Reviewed sterilization records to
support stock rotation and removal of
out-of-date supplies.
Cleaned instruments to minimize risk of
cross-contamination or infection.
Flushed equipment with water to purge
waste from systems.
Notified supervisor of leaking or
malfunctioning equipment.
Prepared routine and specialty surgical
instrument trays and remained diligent
to specifics of each requirement.
Experience
Sterile Processing Technician
Tanner Health System
1747 Oak Grove Road, Lineville, Alabama 36266
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Aug 2022 Aug 2023
Birmingham, Alabama
Jun 2010 Jan 2022
Anniston, Alabama
Jan 2006 Jul 2008
Oxford, Alabama
Delivered equipment to specific health facility areas . Established professional relationships with team members and staff through effective communication and organizational skills.
Reviewed sterilization records to support stock rotation and removal of out-of-date supplies.
Assessed instrumentation to verify cleanliness, sterilization, and completion of surgical sets.
Flushed equipment with water to purge waste from systems. Followed written instructions to build instrument kits for specialized procedures. Sterile Processing Technician
Grandview Medical Center
Cleaned instruments to minimize risk of cross-contamination or infection. Flushed equipment with water to purge waste from systems. Assessed instrumentation to verify cleanliness, sterilization, and completion of surgical sets.
Unloaded instrument and cart washers, dried all items and stored in appropriate areas. Monitored equipment operation and reported suspected malfunctions to supervisors. Followed written instructions to build instrument kits for specialized procedures. Conducted quality control checks on instrumentation to evaluate function, defects, and overall general condition.
Reviewed sterilization records to support stock rotation and removal of out-of-date supplies.
Operated and tested sterilizers, drafting, and maintaining all required documentation. Assembled case carts for surgical procedures and restocked OR supply carts. Machine Operator
Industry Products Company
Reviewed and interpreted work orders and instructions to determine job requirements. Performed required start-up and break-down instruction before and after assigned shifts. Identified and addressed deviations or defects, implementing corrective measures to maintain product integrity.
Utilized approved safety and protective equipment during machine operation. Ran machine tests and calibrations according to schedules. Conducted regular inspections of finished products to adhere to quality standards and specifications.
Maintained adequate inventory of parts and supplies to meet production Sampled materials and products to assess conditions against quality and safety standards. Minimized accidents by maintaining clean and organized work spaces. Cleaned and maintained machinery to promote consistent operation and achieve production targets.
Documented daily production activities .
Lockwire Operator
Manpower/Honeywell
Worked scheduled shift hours and offered flexibility with scheduling overtime and Jul 2005 Jan 2006
Birmingham, Alabama
Aug 2003
Anniston, Alabama
weekends.
Conducted quality checks and inspections on products to determine compliance with specifications, quality and standards.
Operated equipment following procedures and guidelines to establish safety and smooth operations.
Twist wire where needed and put seals on the ends . Scrub Technician
Trinity Medical Center
Set up surgical instruments, equipment and drapes to prepare for operations. Covered patients with surgical drapes and assisted team with putting on sterile gowns and gloves.
Prepared patients for surgeries and treatments by washing, shaving, and draping specific body areas.
Washed, shaved and disinfected incision sites to prepare patients for surgeries. Passed instruments and sterile supplies to surgeons and surgeon assistants during procedures.
Passed instruments to surgeons during surgery and maintained sterile field by using sterilized instruments and dressings and eliminating sources of contamination. Held retractors, cut sutures and completed detailed supply counts as part of sound surgical practices.
Followed hospital regulations and healthcare best practices to effectively tend to patients during pre-operation procedures.
Dressed wounds under medical supervision to support patient recovery. Education
Certificate : Surgical Operating Room Technician
Gadsden State Community College/Avery's Campus
Languages
English, Conversational
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