Janel Walker
Richmond,VA
Summary
Detail-oriented Certified Sterile Processing Technician with expertise in sterilization methods and quality control. Committed to maintaining safety protocols and equipment maintenance, contributing to high health standards and efficient workflows.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified Sterile Processing Technician
VCU Health
Richmond, Virginia
11.2022 - Current
- Sterilized surgical instruments using steam, ethylene oxide, and hydrogen peroxide methods.
- Inspected equipment and supplies for cleanliness and proper functioning before usage.
- Maintained accurate records of sterilization processes and equipment maintenance logs.
- Trained new staff on sterilization procedures and safety protocols in the department.
- Operated autoclaves and other sterilization equipment to meet health standards compliance.
- Monitored inventory levels of sterile supplies and reported shortages to management.
- Assisted in developing improved workflows for instrument processing efficiency at VCU Health.
- Conducted quality control checks on all processed items before releasing them back into inventory.
- Provided guidance to newly hired staff members regarding proper handling of sterile products and processes.
Registration Specimen Data Associate
GENETWORx
Glen Allen, Virginia
07.2020 - 11.2022
- Managed data entry processes for laboratory samples and results.
- Utilized database management systems to maintain accurate records.
- Conducted quality control checks on incoming and outgoing data sets.
- Resolved discrepancies in data through thorough investigation and analysis.
- Developed standardized protocols for data collection and reporting.
Compliance Coordinator
Julia Dyckman Andrus Memorial, Andrus Children Center
Yonkers, New York
03.2019 - 07.2020
- Developed compliance policies for child welfare and safety standards.
- Conducted audits to ensure adherence to regulatory requirements.
- Reviewed documentation to verify accuracy and completeness of records.
- Monitored program activities to ensure alignment with legal standards.
- Assisted in creating reports for board meetings related to compliance issues.
- Conducted compliance training programs and issued regular memos detailing compliant work practices to promote employee awareness of company policies.
Program Quality Associate
St. Christopher's Inc.
Dobbs Ferry, New York
05.2016 - 03.2019
- Trained staff on quality standards and best practices in operations.
- Conducted quality inspections to ensure compliance with customer specifications.
- Holds primary responsibility for the Agency's OSHA initiative; coordinates and participates in regular inspections, collects relevant data to help recommend ways to control or reduce workplace accidents and/or injuries.
Education
Sterile Processing - Certified Sterile Processing Technician
MedCerts
12-2022
Associate Of Applied Science (AAS) - Health Information Management
College of Westchester
NY05-2016
Skills
- Sterilization methods
- Equipment maintenance
- Quality control
- Inventory management
- Safety protocols
- Data entry accuracy
Certification
Basic Life Support 3/2024
Timeline
Certified Sterile Processing Technician
VCU Health
11.2022 - Current
Registration Specimen Data Associate
GENETWORx
07.2020 - 11.2022
Compliance Coordinator
Julia Dyckman Andrus Memorial, Andrus Children Center
03.2019 - 07.2020
Program Quality Associate
St. Christopher's Inc.
05.2016 - 03.2019
Sterile Processing - Certified Sterile Processing Technician
MedCerts
Associate Of Applied Science (AAS) - Health Information Management
College of Westchester