Imala Sarfo
The Bronx,NY
Summary
Detail-oriented Sterile Processing Technician with over 2 years of related experience. Excellent verbal and written communication skills with hardworking and diligent nature. Specializing in decontaminating and sterilizing instruments for use in medical procedures. Positive and upbeat with a team-oriented attitude.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Central Sterile Processing Technician
NYC Health + Hospitals METROPOLITIAN
11.2022 - Current
- Inspected sterile package integrity prior to distribution.
- Identified parameters and sterilization method required for each item to be sterilized.
- Handled and disposed of sharps, biohazards and other hazardous materials in accordance with established protocols.
- Maintained clean and organized sterile processing areas to prevent contamination of instruments and equipment.
- Followed OSHA, FDA and AAMI guidelines related to sterilization in compliance with administrative regulations.
- Operated specialized equipment using steam, gas and chemical methods to sterilize equipment.
Central Sterile Processing Technician
NYC + HOSPITALS ELMHURST
10.2021 - 09.2022
- Prevented cross-contamination between sterile processing areas by diligently following proper workflow protocols at all times.
- Minimized instrument damage through meticulous inspection, identification of defects, and prompt reporting to supervisors for repair or replacement decisions.
- Increased patient safety by adhering to strict guidelines for decontamination, assembly, and transport of surgical instruments.
- Streamlined workflow by effectively prioritizing tasks and managing time during high-volume periods.
- Picked instruments and supplies for surgeries.
- Wrapped trays, instrument packs, and sets.
- Decontaminated surgical instruments to remove bacteria and other contaminants before sterilization.
Education
High School Diploma -
Lower Manhattan Arts Academy
New York, NY06.2019
Skills
- Surgical Instrument Knowledge
- Workplace Safety
- Patient Safety
- Sterilization techniques
- Decontaminating surgical instruments
- Picking instruments
- Problem-Solving
- Attention to Detail
- Critical Thinking
Certification
- SPT - Sterile Processing Technician
Timeline
Central Sterile Processing Technician
NYC Health + Hospitals METROPOLITIAN
11.2022 - Current
Central Sterile Processing Technician
NYC + HOSPITALS ELMHURST
10.2021 - 09.2022
High School Diploma -
Lower Manhattan Arts Academy
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