Attentive Sterile Processing Technician with 6 years of experience in healthcare. Good communication skills, a strong attention to detail and a superior work ethic. Looking for a permanent role in a fast-paced environment.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Travel Certified Sterile Prep Technician
Inova Alexandria Hospital
Alexandria, VA
01.2024 - Current
Travel Certified Sterile Prep Technician
Straub Medical Center
Honolulu, HI
06.2023 - 12.2023
Travel Certified Sterile Prep Technician
Piedmont Atlanta Hospital
Atlanta, GA
12.2022 - 06.2023
Travel Certified Sterile Prep Technician
Nicklaus Children's Hospital
Miami, FL
08.2022 - 12.2022
Performed decontamination of medical instruments and equipment to prepare for sterilization.
Maintained accurate records of all sterilized items, including item number, date, time, type of sterilizer used, and operator initials.
Validated the sterility of processed instruments by performing biological and chemical testing.
Inspected and tested instruments after cleaning to ensure all particles were removed prior to sterilization.
Assembled instrument trays according to established protocols using aseptic technique.
Performed detailed cleaning and sterilization of medical equipment in accordance with established protocols.
Assisted in the preparation of sterile supplies for operating rooms, medical departments and clinics.
Inspected, tested and documented results of sterilizers on a daily basis.
Provided support to team members during inventory control processes.
Monitored expiration dates of products and ensured compliance with safety regulations.
Operated autoclaves, steamers, ultrasonic cleaners and other related devices as needed.
Received incoming shipments of medical supplies and verified contents against invoices and purchase orders.
Reported any discrepancies or damage to management immediately upon receipt of items.
Ensured proper disposal of contaminated waste materials following hospital policies and procedures.
Medical Surgical Nurse Assistant
Penn Medicine Princeton Health
Plainsboro, NJ
07.2017 - 07.2021
Performed assessments of patients and communicated changes in condition to nursing staff.
Provided quality patient care by assisting with activities of daily living, such as bathing, grooming, and toileting.
Assisted medical surgical nurses with treatments, procedures, and documentation.
Assisted with patient transfers from bed to wheelchair or strher safely.
Collected specimens for laboratory testing and ensured proper labeling for accurate results.
Monitored vital signs according to established protocols and documented any changes in the patient's condition.
Educated patients on post-procedure care instructions according to physician orders.
Cared for patients before, during, and after surgeries by providing emotional support as needed.
Education
CRCST - Sterile Processing Technology
American Institute of Medical Sciences And Education
Piscataway, NJ
08-2020
Certification - Surgical Technology
American Institute of Medical Sciences And Education
Piscataway, NJ
Skills
Quality assurance standards
Decontamination procedures
Stress management techniques
Medical terminology proficiency
Computerized tracking
Sterilization procedures
Instrument Sterilization
Case cart assembly
Chemical Handling
Equipment monitoring
Equipment testing
Aseptic technique
Assembly and packaging
Supply Management
Quality Control
Pulling case carts
Managing materials
Ordering Supplies
Infection Control
Recording test results
Timeline
Travel Certified Sterile Prep Technician
Inova Alexandria Hospital
01.2024 - Current
Travel Certified Sterile Prep Technician
Straub Medical Center
06.2023 - 12.2023
Travel Certified Sterile Prep Technician
Piedmont Atlanta Hospital
12.2022 - 06.2023
Travel Certified Sterile Prep Technician
Nicklaus Children's Hospital
08.2022 - 12.2022
Medical Surgical Nurse Assistant
Penn Medicine Princeton Health
07.2017 - 07.2021
CRCST - Sterile Processing Technology
American Institute of Medical Sciences And Education
Certification - Surgical Technology
American Institute of Medical Sciences And Education