Courtney Hitchens
Dallas,OR
Summary
Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong worth ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Sterile Processing Technician
Legacy Silverton Medical Ctr.
Silverton, OR
10.2018 - Current
- Performed decontamination of medical instruments and equipment to prepare for sterilization.
- 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.
- Provided guidance and instructions to new staff members regarding sterile processing techniques.
- Operated steam sterilizers, washer-disinfectors, ultrasonic cleaners, dry heat ovens, and other related equipment.
- Reported any malfunctions or discrepancies in equipment to management immediately.
- Prepared trays, instrument packs and surgical sets.
In-Home Caregiver
NW Senior and Disability Services
Dallas, OR
02.2013 - 10.2018
- Assisted with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, and eating.
- Performed light housekeeping tasks such as laundry, dusting and vacuuming.
- Planned nutritious meals and snacks according to dietary guidelines.
Education
Certificate - Basics of Sterile Processing
Portland Community College
Portland, OR09.2018
Some College (No Degree) -
Chemeketa Community College
Salem, OR06.2016
High School Diploma -
Dallas High School
Dallas, OR06.2012
Skills
- Instrument Sterilization
- Decontamination and Sanitation
- Sterilization Procedures
- Case Cart Assembly
- Equipment Testing
Certification
- National Certification of Sterile Processing through CBSPD
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Sterile Processing Technician
Legacy Silverton Medical Ctr.
10.2018 - Current
In-Home Caregiver
NW Senior and Disability Services
02.2013 - 10.2018
Certificate - Basics of Sterile Processing
Portland Community College
Some College (No Degree) -
Chemeketa Community College
High School Diploma -
Dallas High School
- National Certification of Sterile Processing through CBSPD
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