Jay Salmon
Nashville,United States
Summary
Dedicated and detail-oriented Medical Professional with 5 years of hands-on experience in OR related occupation ensuring the safety and efficacy of medical instruments and data. Seeking to leverage expertise in Sterile Processing management systems, sterilization techniques, inventory management, quality assurance and to contribute to a dynamic Sterile processing team.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Sterile Processing Technician
Ascension Saint Thomas Hospital Midtown
11.2023 - Current
- Utilized SPM system (Censitrac) for tracking and recording surgical instrumentation and sterilization processes
- Maintained accurate records of all processed instruments in accordance with departmental policies and procedures
- Trained new employees on proper techniques associated with decontamination and sterilization processes
- Performed decontamination, assembly, packaging, sterilization and storage of surgical instrumentation according to established procedures.
Certified Surgical Technologist
Kingston General Hospital
08.2022 - 08.2023
- Evaluated procedure needs and set up equipment, tools, supplies, and instruments.
- Maintained high infection control standards.
- Operated, adjusted, and monitored diagnostic equipment and other machines used during procedures.
- Created unobstructive operative fields by using retractors, sponges, and suction and irrigating equipment.
Sterile Processing Supervisor
Kingston Public Hospital
06.2021 - 08.2022
- Coordinated preventive maintenance and repairs of sterilization equipment, ensuring all machines were in optimal working condition.
- Led a team of 11 sterile processing technicians, ensuring daily operations were carried out efficiently and in compliance with hospital policies and regulatory standards.
- Oversaw the decontamination, inspection, assembly, and sterilization of surgical instruments and equipment, ensuring availability for scheduled and emergency procedures.
- Maintained compliance with OSHA standards and other safety regulations, enforcing proper handling of biohazard materials and chemical sterilants.
Human Resources Coordinator
Lasco Distributors
02.2019 - 04.2020
- Completed background and reference checks to facilitate hiring and onboarding of employees.
- Assisted with recruitment process by posting job ads, filtering applications, scheduling interviews, assisting in interview process and drafting offer letters.
- Reviewed human resources paperwork for accuracy and completeness.
- Explained employee compensation, benefits, schedules, working conditions, and promotion opportunities.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
University of The West Indies
Kingston, Jamaica01.2021
Skills
- Medical Terminology
- Steam/EO Sterilization
- Sterile Storage and Inventory Management
- Operating Room Support
- Assembly and Packaging
- Microsoft Office
- Censitrac
Certification
- Certified Registered Central Service Technician
- Basic Life Support Certification (BLS)
Timeline
Sterile Processing Technician
Ascension Saint Thomas Hospital Midtown
11.2023 - Current
Certified Surgical Technologist
Kingston General Hospital
08.2022 - 08.2023
Sterile Processing Supervisor
Kingston Public Hospital
06.2021 - 08.2022
Human Resources Coordinator
Lasco Distributors
02.2019 - 04.2020
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
University of The West Indies
- Certified Registered Central Service Technician
- Basic Life Support Certification (BLS)
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