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Education
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Carlton Walters

Kansas City,MO

Summary

Dedicated Sterile Processing Technician with proven expertise at Liberty Hospital in steam sterilization and decontaminating surgical instruments. Recognized for enhancing patient safety through meticulous quality control and effective staff training. Committed to maintaining compliance with OSHA and FDA guidelines, ensuring a sterile environment and supporting surgical teams with precision.

Professional with experience ensuring safe and efficient sterilization of medical instruments and equipment. Skilled in decontamination, sterilization, and inventory management, with strong focus on maintaining high standards of hygiene and safety. Reliable team player known for adapting to changing needs and consistently delivering results. Known for attention to detail, strong organizational skills, and effective communication.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience

Work History

Sterile Processing Technician

Liberty Hospital
01.2025 - 05.2025
  • Achieved high levels of accuracy in record-keeping, logging important data related to sterilization cycles and equipment usage.
  • Ensured strict adherence to regulatory guidelines during decontamination processes, mitigating risks associated with improper handling of biohazardous materials.
  • Handled and disposed of sharps, biohazards and other hazardous materials in accordance with established protocols.
  • Streamlined workflow for the department by organizing instruments and equipment in a systematic manner.
  • Promoted a safe working environment, adhering to established guidelines for handling hazardous materials.
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge on industry best practices, participating in relevant training programs and workshops.

Sterile Processing Technician

Emory Saint Joseph's Hospital
10.2024 - 12.2024
  • Inspected sterile package integrity prior to distribution.
  • Demonstrated strong problem-solving skills when troubleshooting issues with autoclaves or other sterilization equipment.
  • Corrected instrument sets according to current standards and established count sheets and instrument tracking systems.
  • Recorded biologicals and test results.
  • Operated specialized equipment using steam, gas and chemical methods to sterilize equipment.

Sterile Processing Technician

Northside Hospital Gwinnett
02.2023 - 10.2024
  • Enhanced patient safety by ensuring proper sterilization and packaging of medical equipment.
  • Assessed instruments, equipment, and containers to promote cleanliness and proper functioning.
  • Decontaminated surgical instruments to remove bacteria and other contaminants before sterilization.
  • Ensured timely availability of surgical instruments by prioritizing urgent requests and efficiently managing workload.
  • Tested sterilization equipment by performing regular checks and maintenance to keep instruments in working order.
  • Verified and maintained proper documents and records for sterilization.
  • Maintained clean and organized sterile processing areas to prevent contamination of instruments and equipment.

Sterile Processing Technician

Northeast Georgia Medical Center
12.2021 - 02.2023
  • 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.
  • Maintained accurate records of sterilization processes, equipment maintenance, and quality assurance checks for audit purposes.

Education

High School Diploma -

Penn Foster Career School
Scranton, PA
10.2021

Skills

  • Steam sterilization
  • Decontaminating surgical instruments
  • Decontamination procedures
  • High-level disinfection
  • Assembling case carts
  • Quality control
  • Low-temperature sterilization
  • Surgical instrument knowledge

Accomplishments

  • Documented and resolved issues which led to great results.

Languages

English
Full Professional

Timeline

Sterile Processing Technician

Liberty Hospital
01.2025 - 05.2025

Sterile Processing Technician

Emory Saint Joseph's Hospital
10.2024 - 12.2024

Sterile Processing Technician

Northside Hospital Gwinnett
02.2023 - 10.2024

Sterile Processing Technician

Northeast Georgia Medical Center
12.2021 - 02.2023

High School Diploma -

Penn Foster Career School