Austin Povlock
VICKSBURG,MI
Summary
Certified Sterile Processing Technician with expertise in collaborating with surgical teams, maintaining Joint Commission accreditation, and reducing surgical delays. Skilled in decontaminating instruments, sterilization procedures, and equipment testing. Known for maintaining organized work environments and supporting operational excellence in healthcare settings.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified Sterile Processing Technician
Ascension Borgess Hospital
02.2022 - Current
- Collaborated with the surgical team, providing timely delivery of sterile equipment during surgeries.
- Played a crucial role in maintaining Joint Commission accreditation through adherence to best practices in sterile processing operations.
- Assisted in reducing surgical delays, swiftly addressing any issues related to missing or damaged instruments.
- Achieved consistent quality outcomes, closely following manufacturer guidelines for reprocessing reusable medical devices.
- Maintained a clean and organized work environment for efficient processing of medical equipment.
- Supported operational excellence by accurately assembling instrument trays according to procedure-specific requirements.
- Decontaminated surgical instruments to remove bacteria and other contaminants before sterilization.
- Wrapped trays, instrument packs, and sets.
- Corrected instrument sets according to current standards and established count sheets and instrument tracking systems.
- Operated specialized equipment using steam, gas and chemical methods to sterilize equipment.
- Picked instruments and supplies for surgeries.
- Handled and disposed of sharps, biohazards and other hazardous materials in accordance with established protocols.
Patient Care Technician
Ascension Borgess Hospital
04.2021 - 02.2022
- Assisted nurses with essential tasks, streamlining workflow and increasing efficiency in the healthcare setting.
- Provided high-quality personal care to patients, promoting comfort and dignity during their hospital stay.
- Promoted a safe and inclusive healthcare environment, adhering to policies and procedures while advocating for the well-being of all patients.
- Assisted in transferring patients, beds and patient care equipment to other rooms adhering to necessary safety precautions.
- Maintained strict adherence to infection control protocols, minimizing risk of disease transmission within the clinical environment.
- Prevented cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Assisted in training new Patient Care Technicians, sharing knowledge and best practices to ensure consistency in care delivery.
Truck Unloader
Target
03.2021 - 02.2022
- Loaded and unloaded materials onto or from pallets, trays, racks and shelves by hand.
- Minimized product damage during unloading, utilizing proper lifting techniques and handling equipment.
- Handled packages with care while transporting from truck to loading dock.
- Sorted and properly arranged items.
- Unloaded packages with care and placed in proper staging area.
- Unloaded items and goods from trucks into main storage area for transfer to shelves.
- Assisted other team members in navigating large loads.
- Contributed to a positive work environment through active participation in team-building activities and demonstrating strong commitment to organizational goals.
- Upheld strict compliance to company policies and OSHA regulations during the entire unloading process.
- Promoted a clean working environment by disposing of waste materials properly and maintaining cleanliness in the unloading area.
Education
Associate of Applied Science -
Kalamazoo Valley Community College
Kalamazoo, MI05-2022
High School Diploma -
Vicksburg High School
Vicksburg, MI06-2018
Skills
- Patient confidentiality
- Workload prioritization
- Sterilization techniques
- Waste disposal
- Decontaminating surgical instruments
- Decontamination procedures
- Assembling case carts
- Case cart assembly
- Equipment testing
- Sterilization procedures
- Processing instruments
- Sterilizer operation
Certification
- Certified Registered Central Service Technician (CRCST) - International Association of Healthcare Central Service Materiel Management (IAHCSMM).
Timeline
Certified Sterile Processing Technician
Ascension Borgess Hospital
02.2022 - Current
Patient Care Technician
Ascension Borgess Hospital
04.2021 - 02.2022
Truck Unloader
Target
03.2021 - 02.2022
- Certified Registered Central Service Technician (CRCST) - International Association of Healthcare Central Service Materiel Management (IAHCSMM).
Associate of Applied Science -
Kalamazoo Valley Community College
High School Diploma -
Vicksburg High School
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