Chachitta Walker
Shreveport,LA
Summary
Hardworking and passionate job seeking with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level of opportunity in a great environment. Ready to help team achieve company goals.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Sterile Processing Technician (Full-Time)
Willis Knighton Medical Center
09.2021 - 06.2023
- Preparing medical equipment and instruments for decontamination
- Operating equipment to clean, disinfect and decontaminate surgical instruments, medical devices and equipment
- Inspecting instruments and equipment for signs of damage and wear and tear
- Unpacking, checking and stocking new equipment, instruments and devices
- Delivering equipment and supplies to all areas of the facility
- Responding to emergency supply requests during surgical procedures
- Maintaining accurate records of when items undergo sterilization
- Monitoring temperature and humidity conditions within storage areas
- Identified parameters and sterilization method required for each item to be sterilized.
- Followed OSHA, FDA and AAMI guidelines related to sterilization in compliance with administrative regulations.
- Tested sterilization equipment by performing regular checks and maintenance to keep instruments in working order.
Sterile Processing Technician (Full-Time)
Ocshner Medical Center
06.2020 - 08.2021
- Preparing medical equipment and instruments for decontamination
- Operating equipment to clean, disinfect and decontaminate surgical instruments, medical devices and equipment
- Inspecting instruments and equipment for signs of damage and wear and tear
- Unpacking, checking and stocking new equipment, instruments and devices
- Delivering equipment and supplies to all areas of the facility
- Responding to emergency supply requests during surgical procedures
- Maintaining accurate records of when items undergo sterilization
- Monitoring temperature and humidity conditions within storage areas
- Followed OSHA, FDA and AAMI guidelines related to sterilization in compliance with administrative regulations.
- Identified parameters and sterilization method required for each item to be sterilized.
- Tested sterilization equipment by performing regular checks and maintenance to keep instruments in working order.
Medical Supply Tech (Sterile Processing)(Full-Time
Overton Va Medical Center
510 E Stoner Ave, Shreveport La , 71101
07.2023 - Current
- Monitored inventory levels to keep all medical equipment properly stocked.
- Collaborated with medical staff to confirm availability of medical equipment for patient care.
- Troubleshot medical equipment malfunctions and reported issues to appropriate personnel.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Preparing medical equipment and instruments for decontamination
- Operating equipment to clean, disinfect and decontaminate surgical instruments, medical devices and equipment
- Inspecting instruments and equipment for signs of damage and wear and tear
- Unpacking, checking and stocking new equipment, instruments and devices
- Delivering equipment and supplies to all areas of the facility
- Responding to emergency supply requests during surgical procedures
- Maintaining accurate records of when items undergo sterilization
- Monitoring temperature and humidity conditions within storage areas
- Followed OSHA, FDA and AAMI guidelines related to sterilization in compliance with administrative regulations.
- Identified parameters and sterilization method required for each item to be sterilized.
- Tested sterilization equipment by performing regular checks and maintenance to keep instruments in working order.
- Troubleshoots and analyzes mechanical failures and makes necessary adjustments to complex decontamination and sterilization equipment, including the interpretation of alarm conditions that may occur while operating the equipment.
- Demonstrates expert knowledge of operating room sets and the assembly of highly complex instruments and trays for procedures.
- Determines the appropriate sterilization technique based on standard operating policy, and manufacturer guidelines.
- Performs a comprehensive review of the effectiveness of sterilization based upon indicators used.
- Assembles case carts for the operating room utilizing case sheets containing all necessary items.
- Informs management and healthcare staff when cleaning or processing standard operating procedures or instructions have been changed or updated to assure the changes have been validated to meet all guidelines.
- Incumbent must be the expert in recognizing the correct personal protective equipment that is necessary in all areas and ensures compliance of staff with those requirements.
Education
High School Diploma -
Airline High School
Bossier City, LA05.2011
Skills
- Adaptability
- Communication
- Team Work
- Creativity
- Problem solving
- Dependability
- Commitment
- Self-motivated
- Professionalism
- Computerized tracking
- Recording biologicals
- Picking instruments
- Safety protocols expertise
- Infection control protocols
- Safe sharps disposal
- Cleaning and Organizing
- Standards Compliance
- Data Entry
- Sanitizing and Cleaning
- Clear Communication
- Decision Making
Certification
Certified Registered Central Service Technician (HSPA)
Basic life support (BLS) American Heart Association
Timeline
Medical Supply Tech (Sterile Processing)(Full-Time
Overton Va Medical Center
07.2023 - Current
Sterile Processing Technician (Full-Time)
Willis Knighton Medical Center
09.2021 - 06.2023
Sterile Processing Technician (Full-Time)
Ocshner Medical Center
06.2020 - 08.2021
High School Diploma -
Airline High School