Antwinita Foster
Indianapolis,IN
Summary
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.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Sterile Processing Technician- Travel
Banner University Medical Center Phoenix
08.2023 - 05.2024
Sterile Processing Technician- Travel
SSM Health St. Mary's Hospital
01.2022 - 07.2022
Sterile Processing Technician-Travel
Sutter Lakeside Hospital
09.2021 - 12.2021
Sterile Processing Technician- Travel
Long Beach Memorial Medical Center
11.2019 - 02.2021
Sterile Processing Technician- Travel
Atrium Health Cabarrus
02.2019 - 11.2019
Sterile Processing Technician- Travel
Emory Saint Joseph's Hospital
12.2018 - 02.2019
Sterile Processing Technician-Travel
Ahuja Medical Center
08.2018 - 12.2018
Sterile Processing Technician- Travel
Tallahassee Memorial Hospital
04.2018 - 07.2018
Sterile Processing Technician II
Ascension St. Vincent Indianapolis Hospital
08.2017 - 04.2018
- 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.
Sterile Processing Technician II
Saxony Hospital
10.2016 - 08.2017
- Supported surgical teams effectively by preparing instrument trays according to procedure requirements.
- Wrapped trays, instrument packs, and sets.
- Reduced risk of infections by maintaining a clean and sterile environment within the processing area.
- Decontaminated surgical instruments to remove bacteria and other contaminants before sterilization.
Lead Sterile Processing Technician
Community Surgery Center East
07.2007 - 10.2016
- Assisted in budget planning for the Sterile Processing Department by analyzing historical data and projecting future needs.
- Enhanced patient safety by ensuring proper sterilization and handling of all surgical instruments and equipment.
- Developed strong relationships with vendors, negotiating favorable contracts for equipment maintenance services while maintaining high-quality standards.
- Reduced instrument turnaround time by optimizing inventory management systems and streamlining communication between departments.
Sterile Processing Technician
Methodist Hospital
08.2004 - 07.2007
- Picked instruments and supplies for surgeries.
- Handled and disposed of sharps, biohazards and other hazardous materials in accordance with established protocols.
- Operated specialized equipment using steam, gas and chemical methods to sterilize equipment.
- Recorded biologicals and test results.
- Maintained clean and organized sterile processing areas to prevent contamination of instruments and equipment.
- Corrected instrument sets according to current standards and established count sheets and instrument tracking systems.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Medical Assisting
Indiana Business College
Indianapolis, IN06.2004
Skills
- Steam Sterilization
- Decontaminating surgical instruments
- High-Level Disinfection
- Decontamination procedures
- Excellent communication and critical thinking skills
- Reliable and team player
Certification
- CRCST- Sterile Processing Technician
- CIS- Certified Instrument Specialist
Timeline
Sterile Processing Technician- Travel
Banner University Medical Center Phoenix
08.2023 - 05.2024
Sterile Processing Technician- Travel
SSM Health St. Mary's Hospital
01.2022 - 07.2022
Sterile Processing Technician-Travel
Sutter Lakeside Hospital
09.2021 - 12.2021
Sterile Processing Technician- Travel
Long Beach Memorial Medical Center
11.2019 - 02.2021
Sterile Processing Technician- Travel
Atrium Health Cabarrus
02.2019 - 11.2019
Sterile Processing Technician- Travel
Emory Saint Joseph's Hospital
12.2018 - 02.2019
Sterile Processing Technician-Travel
Ahuja Medical Center
08.2018 - 12.2018
Sterile Processing Technician- Travel
Tallahassee Memorial Hospital
04.2018 - 07.2018
Sterile Processing Technician II
Ascension St. Vincent Indianapolis Hospital
08.2017 - 04.2018
Sterile Processing Technician II
Saxony Hospital
10.2016 - 08.2017
Lead Sterile Processing Technician
Community Surgery Center East
07.2007 - 10.2016
Sterile Processing Technician
Methodist Hospital
08.2004 - 07.2007
Associate of Applied Science - Medical Assisting
Indiana Business College