Sterile Processing Technician
Portneuf Medical Center
- Wrapped trays, instrument packs, and sets.
- Followed OSHA, FDA and AAMI guidelines related to sterilization in compliance with administrative regulations.
- Supported surgical teams effectively by preparing instrument trays according to procedure requirements.
- Reduced risk of infections by maintaining a clean and sterile environment within the processing area.
- Enhanced patient safety by ensuring proper sterilization and packaging of medical equipment.
- Assessed instruments, equipment, and containers to promote cleanliness and proper functioning.
- Decontaminated surgical instruments to remove bacteria and other contaminants before sterilization.
- Inspected sterile package integrity prior to distribution.
- Ensured timely availability of surgical instruments by prioritizing urgent requests and efficiently managing workload.
- Tested sterilization equipment by performing regular checks and maintenance to keep instruments in working order.
- Verified and maintained proper documents and records for sterilization.
- Demonstrated strong problem-solving skills when troubleshooting issues with autoclaves or other sterilization equipment.
- 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.
- Recorded biologicals and test results.
- Operated specialized equipment using steam, gas and chemical methods to sterilize equipment.
- Achieved high levels of accuracy in record-keeping, logging important data related to sterilization cycles and equipment usage.
- Picked instruments and supplies for surgeries.
- Promoted a safe working environment, adhering to established guidelines for handling hazardous materials.
- Ordered and restocked supplies for decontamination and surgical areas.
- Identified parameters and sterilization method required for each item to be sterilized.
- Assisted in staff development by providing guidance to new team members on proper sterile processing techniques.
- Contributed to significant reductions in cross-contamination incidents through meticulous execution of decontamination protocols.
- Collaborated with surgical departments to tailor instrument sets for specific procedures, enhancing surgical efficiency.
- Facilitated positive working environment by mentoring new technicians, fostering team-oriented atmosphere.
- Maintained strict adherence to aseptic technique in decontamination process, significantly reducing risk of hospital-acquired infections.
- Streamlined inventory management, ensuring availability of necessary surgical instruments for variety of procedures.
- Advanced patient safety with rigorous adherence to infection control policies and procedures.
- Fostered culture of continuous improvement by suggesting and implementing changes to sterilization processes that increased efficiency.
- Improved surgical outcomes by providing sterile, high-quality instruments, directly impacting patient safety and care.
- Increased operating room efficiency with organized preparation and timely delivery of sterile supplies.
