Sterile Technician
Family Planning Associates
Chicago
11.2012 - 01.2016
- Sterilizing, Preparing, Wrapping And Organizing Equipment Into Instrument Trays For Use During Medical Procedures.
- Ensured instrument sterility by diligently following established sterilization protocols and procedures.
- Enhanced surgical team performance by promptly providing required sterile instruments during surgeries.
- Contributed to patient safety by diligently inspecting sterile instruments for damage or contamination before use.
- Reduced risk of infection by properly disposing of contaminated materials and maintaining equipment cleanliness.
- Optimized supply usage through accurate documentation and tracking of sterilized items, minimizing waste.
- Assisted in staff training on proper sterilization techniques, ensuring consistent adherence to best practices.
- Reprocessed reusable medical devices according to manufacturer recommendations, prolonging their lifespan while maintaining sterility standards.
- Improved operating room efficiency by effectively managing the inventory and restocking of sterile supplies.
- Collaborated with other department personnel to ensure seamless delivery of sterile services across units.
- Minimized delays in surgical procedures by efficiently handling urgent requests for specific sterile tools or supplies.