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Craig Ringo

Bedford,OH

Summary

Accomplished Sterile Processing Technician with a proven track record at Cleveland Clinic, enhancing patient safety through meticulous sterilization and packaging of medical equipment. Expert in materials management and fostering teamwork, I significantly reduced infection risks. Skilled in OSHA compliance and inventory management, I streamlined operations, achieving a notable increase in efficiency.

Overview

35
35
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Warehouse Material Handler

VA Hospital
07.1998 - Current
  • Transported inventory items to appropriate locations.
  • Packed items into appropriate containers for shipment.
  • Maintained a safe work environment by following proper safety protocols and conducting regular inspections.
  • Kept storage areas organized, clean, and secure to fully protect company assets.

Sterile Processing Technician

Cleveland Clinic
07.1990 - 04.2022
  • 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 team knowledge and compliance with best practices in sterilization through regular training sessions and updates.
  • Enhanced patient safety by ensuring proper sterilization and packaging of medical equipment.
  • 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.
  • Assessed instruments, equipment, and containers to promote cleanliness and proper functioning.
  • Tested sterilization equipment by performing regular checks and maintenance to keep instruments in working order.
  • Verified and maintained proper documents and records for sterilization.
  • Corrected instrument sets according to current standards and established count sheets and instrument tracking systems.
  • Demonstrated strong problem-solving skills when troubleshooting issues with autoclaves or other sterilization equipment.
  • Maintained clean and organized sterile processing areas to prevent contamination of instruments and equipment.
  • Operated specialized equipment using steam, gas and chemical methods to sterilize equipment.
  • 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.
  • Improved quality assurance processes by implementing documentation procedures for all stages of the sterilization process.
  • Picked instruments and supplies for surgeries.
  • Promoted a safe working environment, adhering to established guidelines for handling hazardous materials.
  • Ordered and restocked supplies for decontamination and surgical areas.
  • Established constructive relationships with vendors, facilitating timely delivery of supplies necessary for daily operations.
  • Optimized inventory management by conducting routine audits, identifying discrepancies, and resolving issues promptly.
  • Responded to equipment malfunctions by troubleshooting and repairing broken and malfunctioning equipment.
  • Maintained strict adherence to aseptic technique in decontamination process, significantly reducing risk of hospital-acquired infections.
  • Identified parameters and sterilization method required for each item to be sterilized.

Sterile Processing Technician

Cleveland Clinic
07.1990 - 04.2022
  • I've worked at various Cleveland Clinic locations. Huron Road Hospital 1990-1995, Hillcrest Hospital 1995-1999.Hillcrest Hospital 2000-2008. Euclid General 2010-2012, South Pointe Hospital 2012-2015. Euclid General 2015-2022. I was employed Full-time, Part-time or PRN during those years.

Skills

  • Material handling
  • Materials handling and transport
  • Pallet jack operation
  • Truck loading and unloading
  • Warehouse safety
  • Hand trucks and dollies
  • Shipping documentation

Certification

  • Certified Sterile Processing and Distribution Technician (CSPDT) - Certification Board for Sterile Processing and Distribution, Inc. (CBSPD).

Timeline

Warehouse Material Handler

VA Hospital
07.1998 - Current

Sterile Processing Technician

Cleveland Clinic
07.1990 - 04.2022

Sterile Processing Technician

Cleveland Clinic
07.1990 - 04.2022
  • Certified Sterile Processing and Distribution Technician (CSPDT) - Certification Board for Sterile Processing and Distribution, Inc. (CBSPD).

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