Amy Gattis
Asheville,NC
Summary
Board certified Sterile Processing Technician with expertise in surgical procedures. Currently working at a level 2 hospital with 815 beds where I have received on the job training for the last year and 5 months. I have served as interim team lead for over 5 months. Accomplished in building strong relationships with surgeons and other team members. Eager to bring talent and leadership to growing surgical team. Excellent verbal and written communication skills with hardworking and diligent nature. Experienced in assembling carts and selecting instruments and supplies for procedures. Competent in performing and documenting test results, restocking supplies and managing records. Trained on all aspects of sterile processing including endoscope processing with use of Medivators and Astrotee's. Focused on working quickly and accurately to maintain efficient facility operations. Responsible candidate eager to provide safe and efficient patient care. Strong knowledge of sterilization methods, safety protocols and equipment care. Knowledgeable in inventory control and recordkeeping. Reliable and dedicated to providing superior customer service.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified Sterile Processing Technician
Mission Hospital Regional Medical Center
12.2022 - Current
- Receiving used and contaminated equipment, instruments, and supplies for sorting and decontamination.
- Manually cleaning supplies of contaminants, removing waste matter bioburden, and operating and maintaining decontamination equipment.
- Preparing and packing decontaminated supplies for sterilization.
- Monitoring and operating sterilization equipment.
- Examining supplies meticulously to ensure they are properly cleaned and sanitized.
- Testing and reporting any issues or problems with sterilization equipment.
- Sterilizing, preparing, wrapping, and organizing equipment into instrument trays for use during medical procedures.
- Preparing and delivering all necessary equipment and instruments for surgeries, examinations, medical procedures, and medical carts.
- Maintaining records of sterilization procedures, sterilized items, equipment maintenance, and supplies.
- Responsible for restocking OR PAR cart, CORE and Trauma carts.
- Lead Tech in Charge in Sterile Processing Dept when Supervisor is out on multiple occasions including writing schedules and assigning job duties as required for our shift. Reporting off to next shift any issues that occurred during the shift.
- Strong attention to detail, vigilance, and meticulous care on the job.
- Passion for keeping people safe.
- Good judgment and critical-thinking skills.
- Manual dexterity and the ability to handle fragile equipment.
- Technical skills and familiarity with sterilization techniques.
- The ability to work well in a team or independently.
Anesthesia Technician
Baptist Medical Center
06.2020 - 10.2022
- Gathered and set up equipment, tools and supplies and arrange instruments according to surgeons' preferences or instruction.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Quickly learned new skills and applied them to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
- Enhanced patient safety by conducting routine inspections and troubleshooting issues with anesthesia machines and devices.
- Collaborated effectively with interdisciplinary teams to deliver well-coordinated, high-quality care during complex procedures.
- Demonstrated professionalism and attentiveness while responding to urgent situations involving anesthesiology requirements or emergencies swiftly.
- Increased efficiency in the operating room by promptly preparing and customizing anesthesia delivery systems as required.
- Contributed to a positive work environment by providing ongoing support to anesthesia providers throughout each procedure.
- Accelerated recovery process post-surgery by properly setting up and managing ventilators, oxygen delivery systems, and other respiratory equipment.
Barber
Several Contract Positions
01.2015 - 06.2021
- Strong attention to detail, vigilance, and meticulous care on the job.
- Passion for keeping people safe.
- Good judgment and critical-thinking skills.
- Demonstrated exceptional time management skills to accommodate multiple appointments daily while minimizing wait times for clients.
- Shampooed, conditioned, and rinsed guests' hair using salon-exclusive products while educating clients on product benefits to increase product sales.
- Advised clients on how best to care for hair and maintain health between visits.
- Adhered to safety and sanitation policies as defined by the state board in which my license fell under.
Skills
- Sterilization procedures
- Inspecting medical instrumentation and preparing them for creation of specialized trays for surgery
- Peep packing individual instruments for OR/ER/L&D/OPTH/RT/ANES/NICU and many other Clinics
- Recording biologicals
- Completing diagnostic tests
- Assembling case carts
- Safety protocols expertise
- Safe sharps disposal
- Patient confidentiality
- Infection control protocols
- Biohazardous waste disposal
- Analytical Thinking
- Chemical Handling
- Equipment testing
- Adaptability
- Regulatory Compliance
- Equipment monitoring
- Professional Demeanor
- Self Motivation
- Quality Assurance
- Adaptability and Flexibility
- Multitasking
- Steam Autoclaves Operation
- Cross-training abilities
Certification
Certified Sterile Processing Technician
CRCST 2024
913389
BLS 2023
Timeline
Certified Sterile Processing Technician
Mission Hospital Regional Medical Center
12.2022 - Current
Anesthesia Technician
Baptist Medical Center
06.2020 - 10.2022
Barber
Several Contract Positions
01.2015 - 06.2021