Darren A. Newton
Desert Hot Springs,CA
Summary
Attentive Sterile Processing Technician with 3 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. Well-versed in preparing carts and picking instruments and supplies for surgeries. Conducts tests and documenting results, ordering and replenishing supplies and updating permanent records. Dedicated to working with speed and efficiency to support facility operations.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Sterile Processing Technician
Desert Regional Medical Center
Palm Springs, CA
02.2021 - Current
- Prepared trays, instrument packs and surgical sets.
- Inspected instruments for cleanliness, proper function and breakage by viewing instruments before assembly.
- Packaged instruments into peel pouches and properly labeled pouches.
- Readied instruments for sterilization procedures and completed decontamination protocols.
- Distributed sterile and non-sterile supplies and medical equipment upon request or case cart requisition.
- Recorded results of biological and diagnostic tests.
- Gathered and prepared instruments and surgical supplies.
- Set proper temperature, pressure and parameters for steam machines to prepare for instrument cleaning.
- Monitored biological and chemical wash solution to determine quality and consistency for decontamination of instruments and medical equipment.
- Monitored expired sterilization dates and rotated stock to minimize processing.
- Sorted incompatible sets of instruments, trays and medical equipment.
- Changed autoclave charts daily by dating and initialing each chart load.
- Sterilized dental equipment and examination rooms in accordance with infection control policies.
- Verified that all documents were completed accurately before releasing items from the sterile processing area.
- Operated steam sterilizers, washer-disinfectors, ultrasonic cleaners, dry heat ovens, and other related equipment.
- Maintained accurate records of all sterilized items, including item number, date, time, type of sterilizer used, and operator initials.
Central Supply Technician
Desert Regional Medical Center
Palm Springs, CA
02.2014 - 01.2020
- Monitored loaner equipment inventory levels and ensured timely return of items by users.
- Maintained accurate records of inventory levels and restocked supplies as needed.
- Assembled and maintained supply carts for use in patient care areas.
- Processed invoices, credit memos, returns, and adjustments as required.
- Implemented process improvements that increased productivity within Central Supply department.
- Received, checked-in, and distributed medical equipment and supplies to various departments throughout the facility.
Education
High School Diploma -
Boys Republic
Chino Hills, CA01-1999
Skills
- Instrument Sterilization
- Decontamination and sanitation
- Sterilization procedures
- Diagnostic Testing
- Infection Control
- Delivering equipment
- Inventory Rotation
- Assembly and packaging
- Recording test results
- Decontamination procedures
- Processing instruments
- Chemical Handling
- Preventive Maintenance
Certification
- CPR Certification
Timeline
Sterile Processing Technician
Desert Regional Medical Center
02.2021 - Current
Central Supply Technician
Desert Regional Medical Center
02.2014 - 01.2020
High School Diploma -
Boys Republic