Carmen Hall
Denver,Colorado
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Lead Technician / Liaison
RMR VA – Medical Center
04.2017 - Current
- Lead Technician and Acting Supervisor provided constant and consistent supervision to staff.
- Supervised and manage a team of sterile processing technician, providing guidance and support.
- Develop work schedule, assign daily tasks, and ensure proper staffing.
- Conduct staff meetings to communicate goals, updates,and feedback.
- Oversee attendance and leave including approval of sick, annual and vacation leave.
- Train, mentor and evaluate staff performance.
- Oversee daily operations in decontamination, assembly, and sterilization areas to meet department needs.
- Ensure all processes comply with regulatory standards (AAMI, AORN, OSHA, and Joint Commission).
- Monitoring biological and chemical wash solution to ensure quality and consistency for decontamination of instruments and medical equipment
- Restocks, labels and maintains inventory, submits requisition, collects and distributes instruments
- Follows written and oral instructions preform multiple tasks
- Preceptor in training new hires for Sterile Processing Department.
- Materials management ordering supplies, and rotating supplies
- Conducted regular audits of sterilization processes, ensuring consistent adherence to established protocols for optimal patient safety.
- Reduced instrument turnaround time by optimizing inventory management systems and streamlining communication between departments.
- Organized staff schedules to optimize coverage during peak periods, leading to enhanced workflow and higher employee satisfaction rates.
- Increased efficiency in the sterile processing department by implementing improved workflow processes and training procedures.
- Established standardized documentation procedures that streamlined record-keeping processes while ensuring complete accuracy.
- Maintained strict compliance with all regulatory guidelines, contributing to successful accreditation inspections.
- Enhanced interdepartmental communication through regular meetings and updates on key projects, fostering collaboration across hospital units.
- Served as an effective liaison between the Sterile Processing Department and other hospital units, fostering a collaborative environment that supported overall patient care goals.
- Evaluated staff performance regularly, providing constructive feedback and coaching to support individual growth and overall department success.
- Maintained extensive knowledge of advances in sterilization technology, sharing insights with colleagues to promote best practices within the department.
- Led a team of technicians, providing guidance and mentorship to improve overall performance and productivity within the department.
- Collaborated with surgical teams to ensure timely availability of required instruments, resulting in reduced surgery delays.
- Wrapped trays, instrument packs, and sets.
- Followed OSHA, FDA and AAMI guidelines related to sterilization in compliance with administrative regulations.
- Assessed instruments, equipment, and containers to promote cleanliness and proper functioning.
- Maintained clean and organized sterile processing areas to prevent contamination of instruments and equipment.
- Verified and maintained proper documents and records for sterilization.
- Tested sterilization equipment by performing regular checks and maintenance to keep instruments in working order.
- Decontaminated surgical instruments to remove bacteria and other contaminants before sterilization.
- 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.
- Recorded biologicals and test results.
- Operated specialized equipment using steam, VPRO and chemical methods to sterilize equipment.
- Inspected sterile wrapped instruments integrity prior to distribution.
- Liaised between medical staff and medical equipment vendors.
- Acting Supervisor overseeing the daily activities within the sterile processing department to ensure that surgical instruments and equipment are properly cleaned, sterilized, and ready for use.
- Assign daily tasks, manage workflow and support technicians to maintain efficiency in decontamination, assembly and sterilization.
- Conduct quality control checks on sterilized instruments, monitoring for cleanliness and proper functioning.
- Conduct hiring for new employees.
Scope Technician
Loyal Source Travel Agency
06.2016 - 04.2017
- Company Overview: Contracted to VA Medical Hospital
- Contracted to VA Medical Hospital
- Maintained a safe work environment by strictly adhering to established safety protocols and guidelines.
- Trained new technicians on standard operating procedures, ensuring consistency across the team.
- Prepare endoscopic equipment for the procedures, ensuring all devices are cleaned, sterilized and good working condition.
- Perform daily leak test on all scopes with lumens. ATP testing for channel checking of the scope.
- Document accurate records of the usage and sterilization of the scopes.
- Ensuring scopes are rotated through out the day.
Parker Adventist Hospital
03.2015 - 06.2016
- Planned, scheduled, and delegated daily work to team of employees.
- Recognized as a top performer among peers due to outstanding productivity levels and commitment to excellence.
- Conducted quality inspections of completed work, ensuring compliance with established standards and specifications.
- Performed troubleshooting and diagnosis on malfunctioning equipment.
- Optimized workflow for enhanced productivity by streamlining processes and providing technical guidance to team members.
- Monitored and enforced safety measures to mitigate hazards.
- Managed team performance by training, mentoring, disciplining, and motivating employees.
- Adhered to established policies and standards to safely complete projects.
- Increased customer satisfaction, ensuring timely resolution of service requests through effective communication and problem-solving skills.
- Tracked equipment and inventory, maintaining prescribed levels for technical equipment and supplies.
- Acted as the liaison between upper management and staff members, promoting positive working relationships built on trust.
- Educated staff on organizational mission and goals to help employees achieve success.
Sterile Processing Technician
USPI Crown Point Surgery Center
12.2013 - 03.2015
- Company Overview: Head Quarters
- Head Quarters
- 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.
- 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.
- Inspected sterile package integrity prior to distribution.
- Tested sterilization equipment by performing regular checks and maintenance to keep instruments in working order.
- Demonstrated strong problem-solving skills when troubleshooting issues with autoclaves or other sterilization equipment.
- Verified and maintained proper documents and records for sterilization.
- Corrected instrument sets according to current standards and established count sheets and instrument tracking systems.
- Maintained clean and organized sterile processing areas to prevent contamination of instruments and equipment.
- Recorded biologicals and test results.
- Handled and disposed of sharps, biohazards and other hazardous materials in accordance with established protocols.
- Picked instruments and supplies for surgeries.
- 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
University of Colorado Hospital
04.2013 - 12.2013
- 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.
- 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.
- Inspected sterile package integrity prior to distribution.
- Tested sterilization equipment by performing regular checks and maintenance to keep instruments in working order.
- Verified and maintained proper documents and records for sterilization.
- 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.
- Maintained clean and organized sterile processing areas to prevent contamination of instruments and equipment.
- Recorded biologicals and test results.
- Operated specialized equipment using steam, gas and chemical methods to sterilize equipment.
- Handled and disposed of sharps, biohazards and other hazardous materials in accordance with established protocols.
- Picked instruments and supplies for surgeries.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge on industry best practices, participating in relevant training programs and workshops.
Lead Sterile Processing Technician
Integrated Medical Systems International
01.2010 - 04.2013
- Company Overview: Contracted to Rose Medical Center
- Contracted to Rose Medical Center
- Enhanced patient safety by ensuring proper sterilization and handling of all surgical instruments and equipment.
- Conducted regular audits of sterilization processes, ensuring consistent adherence to established protocols for optimal patient safety.
- Reduced instrument turnaround time by optimizing inventory management systems and streamlining communication between departments.
- Organized staff schedules to optimize coverage during peak periods, leading to enhanced workflow and higher employee satisfaction rates.
- Increased efficiency in the sterile processing department by implementing improved workflow processes and training procedures.
- Established standardized documentation procedures that streamlined record-keeping processes while ensuring complete accuracy.
- Trained new hires on best practices in sterile processing techniques, fostering a culture of continued learning and development among the team.
- Enhanced interdepartmental communication through regular meetings and updates on key projects, fostering collaboration across hospital units.
- Served as an effective liaison between the Sterile Processing Department and other hospital units, fostering a collaborative environment that supported overall patient care goals.
- Evaluated staff performance regularly, providing constructive feedback and coaching to support individual growth and overall department success.
- Developed strong relationships with vendors, negotiating favorable contracts for equipment maintenance services while maintaining high-quality standards.
- Led a team of technicians, providing guidance and mentorship to improve overall performance and productivity within the department.
- Collaborated with surgical teams to ensure timely availability of required instruments, resulting in reduced surgery delays.
- Identified areas for improvement in sterile processing operations, proposing actionable solutions that led to increased efficiency and cost savings.
- Wrapped trays, instrument packs, and sets.
- Followed OSHA, FDA and AAMI guidelines related to sterilization in compliance with administrative regulations.
- Assessed instruments, equipment, and containers to promote cleanliness and proper functioning.
- Verified and maintained proper documents and records for sterilization.
- Maintained clean and organized sterile processing areas to prevent contamination of instruments and equipment.
- Decontaminated surgical instruments to remove bacteria and other contaminants before sterilization.
- Tested sterilization equipment by performing regular checks and maintenance to keep instruments in working order.
- 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.
- Operated specialized equipment using steam, gas and chemical methods to sterilize equipment.
- Recorded biologicals and test results.
- Inspected sterile package integrity prior to distribution.
- Identified parameters and sterilization method required for each item to be sterilized.
- Ordered and restocked supplies for decontamination and surgical areas.
- Liaised between medical staff and medical equipment vendors.
Sterile Processing Technician/ /Surgical Technologist
Saint John’s Hospital
06.2000 - 06.2006
- 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.
- 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.
- Performed inventory management duties for the operating room supplies, ensuring adequate stock levels at all times.
- Contributed to successful operations by assembling and organizing surgical equipment with precision.
- Provided comprehensive support to surgeons specializing in sports medicine, total joint replacement, spine, and orthopedic trauma treatment.
- Decontaminated, cleaned, assembled, packaged, sterilized, stored, and distributed reusable surgical instrumentation and equipment.
- Operated, adjusted, and monitored diagnostic equipment and other machines used during procedures.
- Worked with vendors for speedy procurement of services and equipment.
- Delivered exemplary assistance and support to surgeons during general, gynecological, orthopedic, neurological, and plastic surgery procedures.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities, staying current on best practices within the field of surgical technology.
- Supported surgeons during cosmetic surgeries, gynecological and orthopedic procedures and general appointments.
- Received recognition for excellent performance in assisting with emergency surgeries, resulting in positive patient outcomes.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
- Contributed to positive patient experiences by offering empathetic support and clear communication before and after surgery.
- Supported surgical innovation by assisting in implementation of new surgical technology and methods.
- Improved patient outcomes with precise handling and passing of surgical instruments during procedures.
- Contributed to team knowledge, sharing insights from recent advancements in surgical technology during team meetings.
- Streamlined surgical processes, organizing instruments and supplies for easy accessibility during procedures.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of surgical technology and techniques, ensuring best practices were applied in all procedures.
- Facilitated smooth operation of surgical procedures, preparing operating rooms with necessary equipment and supplies.
- Improved surgical precision, assisting surgeons with application of sutures and dressings post-operation.
- Assisted in complex surgical procedures, providing critical support for successful patient outcomes.
- Ensured sterility of operating rooms and surgical instruments, significantly reducing risk of post-operative infections.
- Enhanced team preparedness, conducting equipment checks before surgeries to ensure functionality and availability.
- Passed instruments and supplies to surgical team members to provide surgeons with necessary tools to complete procedures.
- Enhanced team efficiency by maintaining meticulous inventory of surgical supplies and equipment.
- Reduced infection risks and protected patients by maintaining sterile fields during procedures.
- Gathered and set up equipment, tools, and supplies and arrange instruments according to surgeons' preferences or instruction.
- Handled and prepared specimens for laboratory analysis to provide surgeons with relevant information.
- Positioned patients and set up drapes to create comfortable surgical environment for patients.
- Cleaned and maintained operating equipment to keep resources in good working condition and ready for use.
- Prepared sterile solutions to support surgical processes and helped physicians scrub in for procedures.
- Completed continuing education units, staying up to date on surgical technology and meeting organizational requirements.
- Sterilized instruments and equipment for specific procedures and arranged for surgeons.
Education
Administrative Specialist -
United States Army Reserves
01.1986
High School -
Leavenworth Senior High
Leavenworth, Kansas01.1979
Certification
- Certified Sterile Processing and Distribution Technician (CSPDT), 08/01/20, 21908
- Level 2 Certification, 04/30/21, BLS American Heart Association
Additional Information
Lead Technician and Liaison, provided constant and consistent supervision while on duty., Responsible for assigning daily assignments to staff., Supervised and trained a staff of ten (10) technicians., Communication, morning meeting, with staff to facilitate needs of the surgery team., Experienced in Decontamination, Sterilization of instruments, Medical supplies and equipment’s and assembles, wraps and sterilizes trays of instruments., Follows proper Standard Precautions while in decontamination and sterilization areas., Monitoring biological and chemical wash solution to ensure quality and consistency for decontamination of instruments and medical equipment., Restocks, labels and maintains inventory, submits requisition, collects and distributes instruments., Follows written and oral instructions to perform multiple tasks., Preceptor in training new hires for Sterile Processing Department., Set-up sterile field, pulled cases, assisted Doctors in O.R., Materials management ordering supplies, and rotating supplies., Trained in cleaning Gastrointestinal, Colonoscopy, ENT, and Urology, ureter scopes, probes PNBX, ultra sound and cardiology probes.
Specializedtraining
- Lead Technician / Liaison
- Surgery Technician
- Orthopedics
- ENT
- Eyes
- Arthroscopy
- Laparoscopy
- Cystoscopy
- Hysteroscopy
- Gynecology
- Materials Management
Timeline
Lead Technician / Liaison
RMR VA – Medical Center
04.2017 - Current
Scope Technician
Loyal Source Travel Agency
06.2016 - 04.2017
Parker Adventist Hospital
03.2015 - 06.2016
Sterile Processing Technician
USPI Crown Point Surgery Center
12.2013 - 03.2015
Sterile Processing Technician
University of Colorado Hospital
04.2013 - 12.2013
Lead Sterile Processing Technician
Integrated Medical Systems International
01.2010 - 04.2013
Sterile Processing Technician/ /Surgical Technologist
Saint John’s Hospital
06.2000 - 06.2006
High School -
Leavenworth Senior High
- Certified Sterile Processing and Distribution Technician (CSPDT), 08/01/20, 21908
- Level 2 Certification, 04/30/21, BLS American Heart Association
Administrative Specialist -
United States Army Reserves
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