Angela Knight

prepared operating room including set up sterile field back table and mayo stand. label medication and specimens, ensure all instruments and equipment is in working order prior to surgery, position and drape patient , prepare wound dressing, Ensure all necessary instruments,supplies, and equipment are available. Make sure all counts and time out are performed and maintain a proper sterile field during surgical procedures ,use principle of aseptic technique throughout the procedure, maintain equipment in good working order inspecting and testing at least weekly maintain supply of fluids , such as plasma ,saline,blood, and glucose for use during operation also aid in don gown and gloves

• Worked with vendors for speedy procurement of services and equipment.
• Maintained high infection control standards.
• Sterilized instruments and disposed of medical supplies and waste following OSHA guidelines.
• Cleaned and maintained operating equipment to keep resources in good working condition and ready for use.
• Positioned patients and set up drapes to create comfortable surgical environment for patients.

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• Decontaminated surgical instruments to remove bacteria and other contaminants before sterilization.
• Followed OSHA, FDA and AAMI guidelines related to sterilization in compliance with administrative regulations.
• Liaised between medical staff and medical equipment vendors.
• Operated specialized equipment using steam, gas and chemical methods to sterilize equipment.
• Ordered and restocked supplies for decontamination and surgical areas in accordance to the guidelines as required
• Recorded biologicals and test results.
• Handled and disposed of sharps, biohazards and other hazardous materials in accordance with established protocols.
• Corrected instrument sets according to current standards and established count sheets and instrument tracking systems.
• Tested sterilization equipment by performing regular checks and maintenance to keep instruments in working order.
• Assessed instruments, equipment, and containers to promote cleanliness and proper functioning.
• Monitored inventory levels to keep all medical equipment properly stocked.
• Inspected sterile package integrity prior to distribution.
• Troubleshot medical equipment malfunctions and reported issues to appropriate personnel.
• Verified and maintained proper documents and records for sterilization.
• Maintained clean and organized sterile processing areas to prevent contamination of instruments and equipment.
• Picked instruments and supplies for surgeries.
• Wrapped trays, instrument packs, and sets.
• Collaborated with medical staff to confirm availability of medical equipment for patient care.

• Executed record filing system to improve document organization and management.
• Managed department budgets and generated financial reports for management review.
• Consulted with leadership to identify processes requiring improvement to support growth and success.
• Offered technical support and troubleshot issues to enhance office productivity.

• Worked with team to identify areas of improvement and devised solutions based on findings.
• Conducted training and mentored team members to promote productivity and commitment to friendly service.
• Evaluated employee skills and knowledge regularly, training, and mentoring individuals with lagging skills.