Denise McGunia McGunia
Twinsburg,Ohio
Summary
Motivated Central Sterile Processing Technician adept at handling instruments, supplies, and equipment for non-invasive to minimally invasive procedures. Well versed in all operating room activities with a commitment to upholding the highest standard of sterile technique during procedures. Excited to bring an eight-year background to growing organization.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Central Sterile Processing Technician
University Hospital Ahuja Medical Center
Beachwood, OH
01.2020 - Current
- Packaged instruments into peel pouches and properly labeled pouches.
- Distributed sterile and non-sterile supplies and medical equipment upon request or case cart requisition.
- Managed a variety of tasks simultaneously while maintaining focus on detail.
- Ensured quality control by performing routine tests on sterilized items.
- Recorded sterilizer test results in job-related software.
- Inspected instruments for cleanliness, proper function and breakage by viewing instruments before assembly.
- Assembled and wrapped trays of instruments for operating rooms and clinics.
- Kept up-to-date with new technologies related to instrumentation, cleaning, and sterilization techniques.
- Monitored expired sterilization dates and rotated stock to minimize processing.
Central Sterile Processing Technician/Quality Control Inspector
Steris
Mentor, OH
05.2017 - 12.2020
- Conducted daily rounds to collect equipment for processing and distributed equipment throughout facility to maintain required levels.
- Set proper temperature, pressure and parameters for steam machines to prepare for instrument cleaning.
- Recorded results of biological and diagnostic tests.
- Monitored biological and chemical wash solution to determine quality and consistency for decontamination of instruments and medical equipment.
- Distributed sterile and non-sterile supplies and medical equipment upon request or case cart requisition.
- Assembled custom procedure trays as needed according to department guidelines.
- Packaged instruments into peel pouches and properly labeled pouches.
- Inspected surgical trays for completeness and accuracy prior to distribution.
- Prepared trays, instrument packs and surgical sets.
- Organized and assembled routine or specialty surgical instrument trays or other sterilized supplies, filling special requests as needed.
- Inspected instruments for cleanliness, proper function and breakage by viewing instruments before assembly.
Field Specialist USDA
USDA Food Program
Cleveland, OH
01.2004 - 04.2017
- Followed up with customers after completion of work order to ensure satisfaction with services provided.
- Identified areas where improvements could be made to existing processes or procedures.
- Communicated with vendors, upper management and peers.
- Developed and maintained relationships with clients by providing timely and professional service.
- Handled telephone support calls to determine issues and provide solutions.
- Mentored and trained new employees on processes, flow and safety procedures.
- Analyzed data to identify trends and develop strategies for improvement.
- Developed strategies for improving customer relations through better communication channels.
- Assisted in training customers on proper use of installed system components or software applications.
- Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Education
Cuyahoga Community College
Highland Heights08-2016
Certification - Dental Assistant
Cleveland School of Medical And Dental Assistant
05-1984
Skills
- Workplace Safety
- Sterilization Techniques
- Healthcare Regulations
- Assembly and Packaging
- Case Cart Assembly
- Instrument Sterilization
- Diagnostic Testing
- Quality Control
- Equipment Testing
- Data Entry
- Clerical Duties
- problem-solving skills
Certification
- Central Sterile Processing Technician Certification
- BLS
- Commercial Drivers license-RTA
Affiliations
- Member of A Plus Organization
Timeline
Central Sterile Processing Technician
University Hospital Ahuja Medical Center
01.2020 - Current
Central Sterile Processing Technician/Quality Control Inspector
Steris
05.2017 - 12.2020
Field Specialist USDA
USDA Food Program
01.2004 - 04.2017
Some College (No Degree) - Education
Cuyahoga Community College
Certification - Dental Assistant
Cleveland School of Medical And Dental Assistant
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