Processing Technician Sterile

Tara Johnson

Chicago, IL ***** • 773-***-**** • *********@*****.***

Professional Summary

Detail-oriented Sterile Processing Technician with over 18 years of related experience. Excellent verbal and written communication skills with hardworking and diligent nature. Skills

Computerized Tracking

Recording Test Results

Parts Replacement

Sterilization Procedures

Active Listening

Decontaminating Surgical Instruments

Equipment Sterility

HIPAA Compliance

Orthopedic Specialist

Instrument Specialist

Work History

Certified Sterile Processing Technician, 10/2020 to Current O.R. Staffing Solutions – Burr Ridge, IL

Assessed instruments, equipment and containers to promote cleanliness and proper functioning.

Wrapped trays, instrument packs and sets.

Verified and maintained proper documents and records for sterilization. Inspected sterile package integrity prior to distribution. Picked instruments and supplies for surgeries

Inspected sterile package integrity prior to distribution Corrected instrument sets according to current standards and established count sheets and instrument tracking systems

Decontaminated surgical instruments to remove bacteria and other contaminants before sterilization

Central Sterile Technician, 07/2011 to Current

MedStaff Alternatives Healthcare Agency – Chicago, IL Wrapped trays, instrument packs and sets.

Assessed instruments, equipment and containers to promote cleanliness and proper functioning.

Inspected sterile package integrity prior to distribution. Picked instruments and supplies for surgeries.

Corrected instrument sets according to current standards and established count sheets and instrument tracking systems.

Maintained clean and organized sterile processing areas to prevent contamination of instruments and equipment

Operated specialized equipment using steam, gas and chemical methods to sterilize equipment Central Sterile Processing Technician, 04/2021 to 06/2022 Salt Creek Surgery Center – Westmont, IL

Assessed instruments/ loaner sets, equipment and containers to promote cleanliness and proper functioning.

Wrapped trays, instrument packs and sets.

Verified and maintained proper documents and records for sterilization. Identified parameters and sterilization method required for each item to be sterilized. Recorded biologicals and test results.

Inspected sterile package integrity prior to distribution. Corrected instrument sets according to current standards and established count sheets and instrument tracking systems.

Responsible for checking in loaner trays for future surgical cases. Assist reps/couriers with retrieving used loaner trays Lead Sterile Processing Technician, 03/2006 to 07/2011 Edward Hospital – Naperville, IL

Coordinates day-to-day workflow to maximize department productivity. Responsible for resolving and providing coverage relating staffing issues in the absence of an manager.

Provides training to all new employees to ensure all policies and procedures are understood and followed properly.

Direct resource for all Techs and OR Staffing.

Solely responsible for maintenance and quality assurance of all documentation of sterilization logbooks for entire shift.

Education

2010

College of DuPage - Glen Ellyn, IL

High School Diploma: 05/1996

Cosmopolitan Preparatory High School - Chicago, IL Certifications

Certified Registered Central Service Technician (CRCST)

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