Sterile Processing Technician

CAROL HUNT

PALM COAST, United States ***** (H) 321-***-**** (C) 321-***-**** ***********@*****.*** Professional Summary

Experienced in assembling carts and selecting instruments and supplies for procedures. Competent in performing and documenting test results, restocking supplies and managing records. Focused on working quickly and accurately to maintain efficient facility operations. Detail-oriented Sterile Processing Technician with over Number years of related experience. Excellent verbal and written communication skills with hardworking and diligent nature. Systematic professional with exceptional organizational, planning and multitasking abilities. Specializing in decontaminating and sterilizing instruments for use in medical procedures. Positive and upbeat with a team-oriented attitude.

Dedicated Industry professional with history of meeting company goals utilizing consistent and organized practices. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance the organizational brand. Reliable employee seeking Job Title position. Offering excellent communication and good judgment. Experienced Job Title with over Number years of experience in Industry. Excellent reputation for resolving problems and improving customer satisfaction. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level Job Title position. Ready to help team achieve company goals. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Skills

Sterilizer Testing

Computerized Tracking

Proper Storage Procedures

Patient Care Standards

Decontamination Procedures

Endoscopic Retrograde

Cholangiopancreatography

Decontamination and Sanitation

Supply and Instrument Ordering

Recording Biologicals

Sterilization Procedures

Hazardous Materials

Team Meetings

Daily Workflows

Universal Precautions

Instrumental Analysis

Training Initiatives

Wrapping Procedures

Equipment and Instrument Sterilizatoin

HIPAA Compliance

Instrument Cleaning and Sterilization

Active Listening

Surgical Equipment Tray Preparation

Tool Sterilizing

Equipment Sterility

Registered Central Service Technician

Certification

Work History

Certified Sterile Processing Technician 04/2023 to Current Baptist Health Jacksonville – Jacksonville Florida Wrapped trays, instrument packs, and sets.

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

Decontaminated surgical instruments to remove bacteria and other contaminants before sterilization.

Operated specialized equipment using steam, gas and chemical methods to sterilize equipment.

Recorded biologicals and test results.

Inspected sterile package integrity prior to distribution. Verified and maintained proper documents and records for sterilization. Followed OSHA, FDA and AAMI guidelines related to sterilization in compliance with administrative regulations.

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

Tested sterilization equipment by performing regular checks and maintenance to keep instruments in working order.

Handled and disposed of sharps, biohazards and other hazardous materials in accordance with established protocols.

Identified parameters and sterilization method required for each item to be sterilized. Corrected instrument sets according to current standards and established count sheets and instrument tracking systems.

Responded to equipment malfunctions by troubleshooting and repairing broken and malfunctioning equipment.

Collaborated with medical staff to confirm availability of medical equipment for patient care. Certified Sterile Processing Technician 08/2022 to Current Adventist Health System – Daytona Beach, FL

Assessed instruments, equipment and containers to promote cleanliness and proper functioning. Identified parameters and sterilization method required for each item to be sterilized. Recorded biologicals and test results.

Wrapped trays, instrument packs and sets.

Verified and maintained proper documents and records for sterilization. Inspected sterile package integrity prior to distribution. Certified Sterile Processing Technician 12/2018 to 01/2022 Adventist Health System – Altamont Spring Florida

Assessed instruments, equipment and containers to promote cleanliness and proper functioning. Identified parameters and sterilization method required for each item to be sterilized. Recorded biologicals and test results.

Wrapped trays, instrument packs and sets.

Verified and maintained proper documents and records for sterilization. Inspected sterile package integrity prior to distribution. Corrected instrument sets according to current standards and established count sheets and instrument tracking systems.

Picked instruments and supplies for surgeries.

Ordered and restocked supplies for decontamination and surgical areas. Prepared instruments for terminal sterilization and reset surgical suites for next procedure. Worked flexible hours; night, weekend, and holiday shifts. Performed duties in accordance with applicable standards, policies and regulatory guidelines to promote safe working environment.

Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions. Maintained excellent attendance record, consistently arriving to work on time. Sterile Processing Technician 01/2007 to 12/2017

Community Hospital Of New Port Richey – New Port Richey, FL 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. Identified parameters and sterilization method required for each item to be sterilized. Inspected sterile package integrity prior to distribution. Recorded biologicals and test results.

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

Picked instruments and supplies for surgeries.

Ordered and restocked supplies for decontamination and surgical areas. Sterile Processing Technician 09/2005 to 12/2006

Shriners Hospital For Children – Tampa, FL

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. Identified parameters and sterilization method required for each item to be sterilized. Inspected sterile package integrity prior to distribution. Corrected instrument sets according to current standards and established count sheets and instrument tracking systems.

Recorded biologicals and test results.

Ordered and restocked supplies for decontamination and surgical areas. Oral Surgery Assistant 02/2004 to 03/2005

West Coast Center For Jaw Surgery – Tampa, FL

Assisted surgeon during procedures by wiping up bodily fluids and handing over needed dental instruments.

Prepared surgical area by ensuring that all necessary dental instruments were sterilized and patients were ready.

Calmed nervous patients by speaking softly, answering questions and providing compassionate care.

Educated patients prior to surgery regarding what to expect, how to treat pain and which side effects could occur.

Greeted patients upon arrival to office and helped prepare for surgeries. Cleaned and sanitized dental tools and equipment, straightened treatment rooms and restocked supplies to prep for next patient and maintain health and safety practices. Sanitized trays, instruments and surfaces for clean dental office setting and patient safety. Assisted dentists, hygienists and other personnel by handing appropriate tools and supplies needed for procedures.

Created dental impressions used for diagnostics, opposing models and study casts to make crowns, bridges and other dental prosthetics.

Prepared rooms for patient treatment by cleaning and sterilizing tools and equipment, Action and Action.

Assisted dentists by passing instruments, suctioning intraoral fluids, adding water and mixing materials for fillings, Type, casts and impressions. Staged tray for procedures by arranging dental instruments and equipment. Educated patients on dental hygiene, pre-surgical instructions and post-surgical care. Helped dentists restore teeth by applying permanent and temporary fillings and crowns. Supported dentists during procedures to restore teeth, like dental fillings, permanent and temporary crowns, Action and Action.

Prepared and positioned patients for procedures by Action, clipping dental napkins and placing patient safety devices.

Helped Job titles complete routine and advanced procedures by preparing patients and instruments for expected needs.

Assisted dentist in management of medical or dental emergencies by Action.

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