Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Timeline
Hi, I’m

Betelihem Balcha

Woodbridge,VA

Summary

Dedicated Sterile Processing Technician with proven expertise at VHCHealth in steam sterilization and decontaminating surgical instruments. Recognized for enhancing patient safety through meticulous adherence to sterilization protocols and effective problem-solving skills. Committed to maintaining a sterile environment, achieving high accuracy in record-keeping, and supporting surgical teams with precision.

Overview

11
years of professional experience
1
Certification

Work History

Sterile Processing Tech4,VHCHealth

Sterile Processing Technician
10.2017 - Current

Job overview

  • Verified and maintained proper documents and records for sterilization.
  • Demonstrated strong problem-solving skills when troubleshooting issues with autoclaves or other sterilization equipment.
  • Recorded biologicals and test results.
  • Assessed instruments, equipment, and containers to promote cleanliness and proper functioning.
  • Reduced risk of infections by maintaining a clean and sterile environment within the processing area.
  • Maintained clean and organized sterile processing areas to prevent contamination of instruments and equipment.

Sterile Processing Tech2

Sterile Processing Technician
10.2014 - 10.2017

Job overview

  • Wrapped trays, instrument packs, and sets.
  • Followed OSHA, FDA and AAMI guidelines related to sterilization in compliance with administrative regulations.
  • Enhanced patient safety by ensuring proper sterilization and packaging of medical equipment.
  • Inspected sterile package integrity prior to distribution.
  • Maintained clean and organized sterile processing areas to prevent contamination of instruments and equipment.
  • Recorded biologicals and test results.
  • Demonstrated strong problem-solving skills when troubleshooting issues with autoclaves or other sterilization equipment.

Education

Kokebe Tsbeha High School
Addis Ababa Ethiopia

High School Diploma

Kotebe College of Teacher’s Education
AddisAbaba, Ethiopia

College Diploma from Social Studies Education
06.2007

University Overview

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Skills

  • Steam sterilization
  • Decontaminating surgical instruments
  • High-level disinfection
  • Case cart assembly
  • Workflow optimization
  • Risk management
  • Instrumentation knowledge
  • Tray preparation
  • Problem-solving
  • Attention to detail
  • Instrument cleaning and sterilization
  • Teamwork and collaboration

Certification


  • Licensed CIS and CRCST

Timeline

Sterile Processing Technician

Sterile Processing Tech4,VHCHealth
10.2017 - Current

Sterile Processing Technician

Sterile Processing Tech2
10.2014 - 10.2017

Kokebe Tsbeha High School

High School Diploma

Kotebe College of Teacher’s Education

College Diploma from Social Studies Education
Betelihem Balcha