Dawn Briggs
San Antonio,TX
Summary
At Christus Santa Rosa Hospital Medical Center, I excelled as a Senior Sterile Processing Technician with 10+years experience in the proper care and decontamination of various surgical instruments. Excellent skills in assembly and preparation, sterile processing, attention to detail and safety protocols. Seeking a position to provide excellence in handling high-end sterilizing needs of the facility. Friendly and positive team player with good planning and problem-solving abilities.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Senior Sterile Processing Technician
Christus Santa Rosa Hospital Medical Center
San Antonio, TX
04.2017 - Current
- Transported sterile goods from the clean room into the operating room per procedure requirements.
- 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.
- Validated the sterility of processed instruments by performing biological and chemical testing.
- Assembled instrument trays according to established protocols using aseptic technique.
- Monitored inventory levels of supplies in order to maintain adequate stock at all times.
- Performed decontamination of medical instruments and equipment to prepare for sterilization.
- Assisted in ordering supplies necessary for effective operation of the sterile processing department.
- Reported any malfunctions or discrepancies in equipment to management immediately.
- Ensured compliance with safety guidelines in accordance with OSHA regulations.
- Developed procedures for cleaning and disinfecting reusable medical devices.
- Inspected and tested instruments after cleaning to ensure all particles were removed prior to sterilization.
- Verified that all documents were completed accurately before releasing items from the sterile processing area.
- Recorded results of biological and diagnostic tests.
- Prepared trays, instrument packs and surgical sets.
- Readied instruments for sterilization procedures and completed decontamination protocols.
- Monitored biological and chemical wash solution to determine quality and consistency for decontamination of instruments and medical equipment.
- Packaged instruments into peel pouches and properly labeled pouches.
- Assembled and wrapped trays of instruments for operating rooms and clinics.
- Cleaned instruments to prepare for sterilization.
EKG Technician
Christus Santa Rosa Hospital Medical Center
San Antonio, TX
01.2003 - 04.2017
- Communicated effectively with patients to explain the purpose of the test and answer any questions they may have had about it.
- Ensured that all supplies necessary for performing EKG tests were stocked adequately.
- Operated a variety of medical equipment including defibrillators, pulse oximeters, blood pressure cuffs and electrocardiographs.
- Maintained cleanliness in the lab environment by sterilizing instruments after use.
- Prepared reports summarizing patient data collected from EKG tests for review by physician.
- Checked the condition of electrodes before each use to confirm proper functioning.
- Ensured that all safety protocols were followed at all times while performing EKG tests on patients.
- Assisted with stress tests, holter monitors, pacemaker checks and other diagnostic procedures as needed.
- Performed EKG tests on patients of all ages, including neonatal and geriatric.
- Maintained patient records according to HIPAA regulations.
Unit Secretary
Christus Santa Rosa Hospital Medical Center
San Antonio, TX
11.2000 - 01.2003
- Answered telephone calls promptly and directed them to appropriate personnel or departments.
- Managed the front desk area ensuring neatness at all times.
- Processed physician orders ensuring accuracy of documentation prior to submission for approval.
- Maintained confidentiality of all patient information according to HIPAA guidelines.
- Assisted with admitting processes including completing forms, obtaining signatures and verifying insurance coverage.
- Greeted visitors and patients in a courteous and friendly manner.
- Monitored unit supply levels and notified management of ordering needs.
- Retrieved physicians' paperwork, including lab test requests.
- Transcribed doctors' orders, including medication and lab test requests.
- Compiled physical and digital documents, charts, and reports.
Education
High School Diploma -
Judson High School
Converse, TX05-1995
Skills
- Sterilization procedures
- Case cart assembly
- Computerized tracking
- Decontamination and sanitation
- Tray preparation
- Processing instruments
- Operating room support
- Recording biologicals
- Steam sterilization
- Quality control
- High-level disinfection
- Safety protocols
- Recording test results
- Manual cleaning
- Staff training
- Workstation organization
- Assembly and packaging
- Ultrasonic cleaning
- Sterilizer operation
- Instrument inspection
- Compliance standards knowledge
Certification
- Certified Registered Central Service Technician (CRCST) Healthcare Sterile Processing Association, 2020
Timeline
Senior Sterile Processing Technician
Christus Santa Rosa Hospital Medical Center
04.2017 - Current
EKG Technician
Christus Santa Rosa Hospital Medical Center
01.2003 - 04.2017
Unit Secretary
Christus Santa Rosa Hospital Medical Center
11.2000 - 01.2003
High School Diploma -
Judson High School
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