Douglas Behner
Port Richey
Summary
Dynamic Sterile Processing Coordinator at Gulf Coast Surgical Suites with expertise in document management and workflow coordination. Proven track record in maintaining sterilization standards and training staff, ensuring compliance with OSHA and FDA guidelines. Recognized for reliability and decision-making skills, enhancing operational efficiency in sterile processing environments.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Sterile Processing Cordinator
Gulf Coast Surgical Suites
02.2024 - Current
- Verified and maintained proper documents and records for sterilization.
- Recorded biologicals and test results.
- Corrected instrument sets according to current standards and established count sheets and instrument tracking systems.
- Wrapped trays, instrument packs, and sets.
- Identified parameters and sterilization method required for each item to be sterilized.
- Inspected sterile package integrity prior to distribution.
- Assessed instruments, equipment, and containers to promote cleanliness and proper functioning.
- Decontaminated surgical instruments to remove bacteria and other contaminants before sterilization.
- Followed OSHA, FDA and AAMI guidelines related to sterilization in compliance with administrative regulations.
- 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.
- Ordered and restocked supplies for decontamination and surgical areas.
- Collaborated with medical staff to confirm availability of medical equipment for patient care.
Sterile Processing Technician
HCA Trinity Hospital
10.2022 - Current
- Operated specialized equipment using steam, gas and chemical methods to sterilize equipment.
Operating Room Assistant
HCA Trinity Hopsital
01.2022 - 10.2022
- Participated in OR suite turnaround procedures such as cleaning and case cart management.
- Adhered to universal precautions, applying aseptic techniques to operating room equipment and personnel.
- Verified compliance with sterile field protocols, immediately reporting breaches to supervisor during procedures.
- Prepared patients for surgery and transported patients to and from operating room.
- Maintained equipment and supplies, confirming sufficient inventory levels prior to procedures.
- Cleaned and sterilized room after surgery.
- Confirmed presence of required medical equipment prior to scheduled appointments.
Patient Transporter
HCA Trinity Hospital
07.2019 - 01.2022
- Collaborated with CNAs, nurses, and physicians to maintain stability during transport and facilitate event-free transport.
- Maintained confidentiality of patient data and condition to safeguard health information.
- Warmly greeted patients and visitors and made each feel welcome.
- Assisted with lifting and handling patients using appropriate patient safety equipment such as lift swings, stand-up lifts and overhead lifts.
- Assisted patients in moving out of beds, wheelchairs, stretchers, or medical transport vans.
- Transported patients to testing and treatment units, operating rooms and other areas using moveable beds, wheelchairs, and stretchers.
Education
High School Diploma -
Gulf High Shool
New Port Richey, FLSkills
- Deadline management
- Computer proficiency
- Document management
- Workflow coordination
- Reliability
- Staff training
- Schedule management
- Team building
- Enforce policies
- Decision-making
- Time management abilities
- Coordinate schedules
Timeline
Sterile Processing Cordinator
Gulf Coast Surgical Suites
02.2024 - Current
Sterile Processing Technician
HCA Trinity Hospital
10.2022 - Current
Operating Room Assistant
HCA Trinity Hopsital
01.2022 - 10.2022
Patient Transporter
HCA Trinity Hospital
07.2019 - 01.2022
High School Diploma -
Gulf High Shool
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