Dynamic and detail-oriented Sterile Processing Technician at Good Samaritan Hospital Medical Center, skilled in sterilization techniques and instrument decontamination. Proven ability to enhance team performance through effective training and exceptional customer service. Committed to maintaining the highest standards of cleanliness and safety in all operations.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Sterile Processing Technician
Good Samaritan Hospital Medical Center
Lafayette, CO
03.2025 - Current
Validated the sterility of processed instruments by performing biological and chemical testing.
Operated steam sterilizers, washer-disinfectors, ultrasonic cleaners, dry heat ovens, and other related equipment.
Transported sterile goods from the clean room into the operating room per procedure requirements.
Verified that all documents were completed accurately before releasing items from the sterile processing area.
Performed decontamination of medical instruments and equipment to prepare for sterilization.
Inspected and tested instruments after cleaning to ensure all particles were removed prior to sterilization.
Assembled instrument trays according to established protocols using aseptic technique.
Prepared trays, instrument packs and surgical sets.
Gathered and prepared instruments and surgical supplies.
Inspected instruments for cleanliness, proper function and breakage by viewing instruments before assembly.
Set proper temperature, pressure and parameters for steam machines to prepare for instrument cleaning.
Waitress/Server
MorningStar Senior Living
Arvada, US
12.2019 - Current
I help the residents with their meal orders and talk with them about their lives. I clean the wait station and kitchen, and occasionally help out with dishes.
I also help out with activities, and I am active in the residents' and my coworkers' lives.
Checked back with customers throughout meal service to ensure satisfaction.
Answered questions about menu items, ingredients, and pricing.
Took orders for food and drinks and delivered them to guests.
Replenished beverages when necessary.
Maintained a clean work station by restocking supplies, wiping down counters.
Provided excellent customer service by addressing any complaints or concerns promptly.
Supervisor
Aramark
Denver, US
06.2021 - 02.2024
I would help out my servers with any computer or printer problems they might have during services, do opening side work, and paperwork, as well as closing side work and paperwork.
I would also help out with running food and drinks to the guests.
If any guests had complaints or concerns, I would help them figure out what the problem is.
Trained new employees on company policies and procedures.
Monitored employee productivity levels on a regular basis to identify areas of improvement.
Participated in recruitment efforts by interviewing prospective candidates for open positions.
Ensured compliance with workplace safety regulations by providing training sessions for all staff members.
Developed strategies to improve team performance and productivity.
Performed monthly inventory checks to ensure sufficient stock levels for all products.
Housekeeper
Golden Pond Retirement Community
Golden, US
02.2022 - 02.2023
I would clean the common areas, and make sure everything was presented nicely.
I would go into their rooms and clean and dust and vacuum so it would be spotless.
I would also do laundry and remake the beds for the residents.
Responded to requests from guests regarding housekeeping needs.
Emptied trash receptacles throughout the property.
Cleaned bathrooms, including toilets, tubs, showers and sinks.
Changed bed linens and towels, tidied up rooms.
Ensured that all health standards were met during cleaning operations.
Swept and mopped floors, vacuumed carpets and rugs, dusted furniture, wiped down surfaces.
Maintained a clean linen closet by folding sheets neatly on shelves.
Education
College in Sterile Processing -
Pima Medical Institute-Denver
Denver, CO
12.2023
High school graduate - General Studies
Ralston Valley Senior High School
Arvada, CO
05.2019
Skills
Cleaning
Animal Care
Equine experience
Babysitting
Pet sitting
Animal handling
Childcare
Sterile processing
Sterilization techniques
Instrument decontamination
Equipment operation
Biological testing
Customer service
Inventory management
Manual cleaning
Decontaminating surgical instruments
Certification
First Aid Certification, 12/01/22, Present
CRCST, 03/01/24, 03/01/25
CRCST 03/01/25-03/01/26
Personal Information
Work Permit: Authorized to work in the US for any employer
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