Censis Censitrac
Dionne Sullivan
Baltimore,MD
Summary
Diligent, certified sterile processing technician with more than 5 years of experience, dedicated to providing exceptional patient care, quality preparation of instrumentation & reusable medical devices while upholding the standards set by various health organizations & regulatory agencies to ensure patient safety & best practice.
Overview
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Certification
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Travel Sterile Processing Technician(GI Endoscopy)
The Johns Hopkins White Marsh Surgery Center
01.2026 - Current
- Reprocessed GI endoscopes according to manufacturer recommendations, prolonging their lifespan while maintaining high level disinfection standards.
- Conducted regular endoscope maintenance checks, identifying issues proactively to prevent operational delays during procedures.
- Ensured the proper rotation of endoscopes to reduce wear, prevent costly repair, prevent expiration and maintain patient safety.
- Reduced risk of infection through meticulous cleaning, disinfection, and maintenance of endoscopes and accessories.
- Assisted with transportation of scopes for repairs and maintenance.
- Assisted with detailed track of inventory levels and placed orders for new supplies.
- Ensured compliance with all regulatory guidelines governing endoscopy practice by consistently following strict protocols for sterilization, equipment maintenance, and patient safety measures.
Travel Sterile Processing Technician
Essentia Health-St. Mary's Medical Center
11.2024 - 11.2025
- Contributed to significant reductions in cross-contamination incidents through meticulous execution of decontamination protocols.
- Assessed instruments, equipment, and containers to promote cleanliness and proper functioning.
- Verified and maintained proper documents and records for sterilization.
- Corrected instrument sets according to current standards and established count sheets and instrument tracking systems.
- Assisted in implementing workflow improvements that enhance efficiency in instrument processing and distribution.
- Assisted in the training of 5 new hires while maintaining the responsibilities of my assigned workload.
- Optimized workflow within sterile processing department, allowing for quicker turnaround times and increased productivity.
Travel Sterile Processing Technician
Green Spring Surgery Center
12.2023 - 09.2024
- Decontaminated surgical instruments to remove bacteria and other contaminants before sterilization.
- Responded to equipment malfunctions by troubleshooting and repairing broken and malfunctioning equipment.
- Tested sterilization equipment by performing regular checks and maintenance to keep instruments in working order.
- Maintained clean and organized sterile processing areas to prevent contamination of instruments and equipment.
Travel Sterile Processing Technician
The Johns Hopkins Healthcare & Surgery Center
09.2023 - 12.2023
- Directed arrangement of pick up and drop off schedules for sterilized and biohazardous instrumentation between offsite facilities throughout SPD renovation.
- Sustained DOT compliance for handling and transport of biohazardous instruments.
- Coordinated with OR scheduling team to maintain detailed inventory of instrument sets essential for each procedure.
- Procured backup instrumentation from local facilities to eliminate risks of delays in patient care.
- Interfaced with vendors to acquire specialty sets tailored to surgeon preference.
- Cultivated relationships between operating room staff and SPD to promote seamless communication and create effective relational dynamics.
- Managed specialized equipment operations through steam, gas, and chemical processes for effective sterilization of instruments.
Travel Sterile Processing Technician
University of Maryland Midtown Campus
08.2023 - 09.2023
- Inspected sterile package integrity prior to distribution.
- Corrected instrument sets according to current standards and established count sheets and instrument tracking systems.
- Verified and maintained proper documents and records for sterilization.
- Identified parameters and sterilization method required for each item to be sterilized.
- Collaborated with medical staff to confirm availability of medical equipment for patient care.
Travel Sterile Processing Technician
Leesar Lee Health
04.2023 - 06.2023
- Assessed instruments, equipment, and containers to promote cleanliness and proper functioning.
- Recorded biologicals and test results.
- Picked instruments and supplies for surgeries.
- Wrapped trays, instrument packs, and sets.
- Handled and disposed of sharps, biohazards and other hazardous materials in accordance with established protocols.
- Followed OSHA, FDA and AAMI guidelines related to sterilization in compliance with administrative regulations.
Travel Sterile Processing Technician
UPMC Pinnacle West Shore
12.2022 - 04.2023
- Organized and assembled trays, instrument packs, and surgical sets for optimal surgical readiness.
- Cataloged findings from biological and diagnostic tests.
- Supervised expired sterilization dates while rotating stock to optimize processing workflow.
- Enhanced departmental initiatives for meeting productivity benchmarks and accommodating flexible staffing requirements.
- Assessed instruments for cleanliness, operational integrity, and defects by inspecting instruments before assembly.
- Assessed biological and chemical wash solution to verify quality and consistency for decontamination of instruments and medical equipment.
- Delivered sterile and non-sterile supplies as well as medical equipment in response to requests or case cart requisitions.
Travel Sterile Processing Technician
Jefferson Health System
05.2022 - 11.2022
- Prepared and maintained supplies, equipment and rooms for endoscopy procedures.
- Utilized computerized documentation system to monitor, record and communicate sterilization process parameters.
- Coordinated drop-off & pick- up times for vendor loaner trays.
- Maintained automated washer & sterilization control logs, streamlined charting process to improve ease of use for department staff.
Travel Sterile Processing Technician (Lead Tech)
Berkeley Medical Center
08.2021 - 05.2022
- Trained new staff on sterile processing protocols and best practices to enhance team efficiency within 3 months of hire.
- Collaborated with surgical teams to ensure timely availability of properly sterilized equipment for procedures.
- Conducted educational in-service to maintain efficient processing of specific sterilization equipment & instrumentation.
- Implemented quality control measures to improve accuracy in instrument preparation and processing workflows.
- Led process improvement initiatives that enhanced turnaround times for instrument cleaning and sterilization cycles.
- Ensured strict adherence to regulatory guidelines during decontamination processes, mitigating risks associated with improper handling of biohazardous materials.
Travel Sterile Processing Technician
Capital Health Hopewell
05.2021 - 08.2021
- Prepared trays, instrument packs and surgical sets.
- Readied instruments for sterilization procedures and completed decontamination protocols.
- Recorded results of biological and diagnostic tests.
- Supported departmental initiatives to meet productivity standards and flexible staffing needs.
- Monitored expired sterilization dates and rotated stock to minimize processing.
- Monitored biological and chemical wash solution to determine quality and consistency for decontamination of instruments and medical equipment.
- Set proper temperature, pressure and parameters for steam machines to prepare for instrument cleaning.
Instrument Processor
The Johns Hopkins Hospital
10.2017 - 12.2020
- Inspected sterile package integrity prior to distribution.
- Identified parameters and sterilization method required for each item to be sterilized.
- Picked instruments and supplies for surgeries.
- Assessed instruments, equipment, and containers to promote cleanliness and proper functioning.
- Verified and maintained proper documents and records for sterilization.
- Corrected instrument sets according to current standards and established count sheets and instrument tracking systems.
Education
Certificate of Technical Studies - Sterile Processing Technology
Fortis Institute - Baltimore
Windsor Mill, MD06.2017
Skills
AAMI & ANSI Compliance Focused
Regulatory Compliance
Critical Thinking
Analytical Thinking
Attention to Detail
Verbal and Written Communication
Teamwork and Collaboration Minded
Work Planning and Prioritization
Certification
HSPA (formerly known as IAHCSMM)
Certified Registered Central Sterile Processing Technician
(CRCST)
September, 2017 - September, 2026
American Heart Association
Basic Life Support (BLS)
September, 2017 - August, 2027
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Software
SPM
Abacus
Microsoft Word, Excel, Powerpoint, Outlook
Adobe Acrobat
Timeline
Travel Sterile Processing Technician(GI Endoscopy)
The Johns Hopkins White Marsh Surgery Center
01.2026 - Current
Travel Sterile Processing Technician
Essentia Health-St. Mary's Medical Center
11.2024 - 11.2025
Travel Sterile Processing Technician
Green Spring Surgery Center
12.2023 - 09.2024
Travel Sterile Processing Technician
The Johns Hopkins Healthcare & Surgery Center
09.2023 - 12.2023
Travel Sterile Processing Technician
University of Maryland Midtown Campus
08.2023 - 09.2023
Travel Sterile Processing Technician
Leesar Lee Health
04.2023 - 06.2023
Travel Sterile Processing Technician
UPMC Pinnacle West Shore
12.2022 - 04.2023
Travel Sterile Processing Technician
Jefferson Health System
05.2022 - 11.2022
Travel Sterile Processing Technician (Lead Tech)
Berkeley Medical Center
08.2021 - 05.2022
Travel Sterile Processing Technician
Capital Health Hopewell
05.2021 - 08.2021
Instrument Processor
The Johns Hopkins Hospital
10.2017 - 12.2020
Certificate of Technical Studies - Sterile Processing Technology
Fortis Institute - Baltimore