Emmett Cronin

Certified Sterile Processing Technician

The Christ Hospital Health Network

07.2019 - 04.2024

Collaborated with the surgical team, providing timely delivery of sterile trays, equipment and on some occasions supplies, during surgeries.
Maintained Joint Commission accreditation through adherence to best practices in sterile processing operations.
Advocated for workplace safety measures, proactively identifying potential hazards and taking appropriate corrective actions as necessary.
Assisted in reducing surgical delays, swiftly addressing any issues related to missing or damaged instruments.
Stayed up to date on manufacturer guidelines for reprocessing medical devices.
Improved patient safety by ensuring all surgical instruments were assembled properly, sterilized with correct indicators and maintained adequate sterile storage organization.
Practiced effective communication within the team, contributing to a seamless workflow between departments involved in patient care.
Upheld regulatory requirements when assigned to sterilizers, by performing biological monitoring tests
Assured instrument availability by managing inventory and promptly restocking supplies as needed.
Promoted a culture of continuous improvement by participating in ongoing training and professional development opportunities.
Maintained a clean and organized work environment for efficient processing of medical equipment.
Demonstrated commitment to consistently meet or exceed departmental performance metrics in a fast-paced environment.
Safeguarded patient confidentiality, complying with HIPAA regulations in handling sensitive information throughout the workflow process.
Reduced the risk of infection in the decontamination room by strictly adhering to established guidelines
Promptly responding to requests for additional instrumentation during surgical procedures.
Wrapped neuro and ortho as well as Loaner trays, in prep and pack.
Followed OSHA, FDA and AAMI guideline
Have experience in running Bowie - Dicks and Leak tests effectively.
Handled and disposed of sharps, biohazards and other hazardous materials
Identified parameters and sterilization methods required, prior to sterilization
Responded to equipment malfunctions by troubleshooting and repairing broken and malfunctioning equipment.
Assisted with development and coordination of medical equipment inventories.
Troubleshot medical equipment malfunctions and reported issues to appropriate personnel.
Liaised between medical staff and medical equipment vendors.
Created and implemented medical equipment training programs.
Collaborated with medical staff to confirm OR location and or pick list concerns when necessary.