Karen Jallow
Canal Winchester,OH
Summary
Systematic professional with exceptional organizational, planning and multitasking abilities. Specializing in decontaminating and sterilizing instruments for use in medical procedures. Positive and upbeat with a team-oriented attitude. Detail-oriented Sterile Processing Technician with over 30 years of related experience. Excellent verbal and written communication skills with hardworking and diligent nature. Experienced in assembling carts and selecting instruments and supplies for procedures. Competent in performing and documenting test results, restocking supplies and managing records. Focused on working quickly and accurately to maintain efficient facility operations. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
Work History
Traveling Certified Sterile Processing Tech 3
Aya Healthcare
01.2022 - Current
- Traveling Instrument tech working in sterile Processing . Cleaning , inspecting ,and testing, and preparing surgical instruments . Also inspecting cameras, lens, and scopes, and drills . steam sterilizer and chemical sterilization. Store and deliver devices needed for surgery in
- Healthcare facility . Verifying and accurately documenting all missing instruments . Recording sterilizer test loads completed . Communicating with operating room personnel and other departments in hospital . Building emergency and next day case carts as well .
Traveling Certified Sterile Processing Tech 3
Trustaff Travel Nurses
10.2021 - 01.2022
- Conducted preventive maintenance and troubleshooting of metering instruments.
- Calibrated combustion controls to meet appropriate safety standards.
- Wrote detailed service reports and maintained organized records of service actions.
- Modified, maintained, or repaired electronics equipment or systems to achieve proper functioning.
- Conducted higher-level repair and testing procedures for projects.
- Created, aligned, and optimized electrical instrumentation and testing equipment.
- Performed repair procedures on damaged instruments and sourced replacements from approved vendors.
Traveling Certified Sterile Processing Tech 3
Concessive Networks 2 Inc MOAB
07.2021 - 10.2021
- Evaluated finished assemblies for compliance with standard procedures and design requirements.
- Conducted preventive maintenance and troubleshooting of metering instruments.
- Conducted higher-level repair and testing procedures for projects.
- Analyzed engineering designs and suggested improvements and modifications.
- Created, aligned, and optimized electrical instrumentation and testing equipment.
- Seasoned in proper use and maintenance of test stands and equipment.
- Performed repair procedures on damaged instruments and sourced replacements from approved vendors.
Certified Sterile Processing Technician , Educator
Mount Carmel East Health System Inc.
02.1994 - 07.2021
- Identified parameters and sterilization method required for each item to be sterilized.
- Monitored student progress and adjusted instruction to meet individual needs.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop and revise curriculum, enhancing learning experience.
- Decontaminated surgical instruments to remove bacteria and other contaminants before sterilization.
- Utilized innovative teaching strategies to effectively engage students in learning.
- Corrected instrument sets according to current standards and established count sheets and instrument tracking systems.
- Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans to keep learner attention.
- Recorded biologicals and test results.
- Verified and maintained proper documents and records for sterilization.
- Operated specialized equipment using steam, gas and chemical methods to sterilize equipment.
- Picked instruments and supplies for surgeries.
- Inspected sterile package integrity prior to distribution.
- Assessed instruments, equipment, and containers to promote cleanliness and proper functioning.
- Wrapped trays, instrument packs, and sets.
- Tested sterilization equipment by performing regular checks and maintenance to keep instruments in working order.
- Assessed student performance and provided feedback to facilitate student success.
- Followed OSHA, FDA and AAMI guidelines related to sterilization in compliance with administrative regulations.
- Responded to equipment malfunctions by troubleshooting and repairing broken and malfunctioning equipment.
- 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.
Certified Sterile Processing Technician 3
Grant Medical Ct
02.2011 - 12.2019
- Handled and disposed of sharps, biohazards and other hazardous materials in accordance with established protocols.
- Tested sterilization equipment by performing regular checks and maintenance to keep instruments in working order.
- Operated specialized equipment using steam, gas and chemical methods to sterilize equipment.
- Followed OSHA, FDA and AAMI guidelines related to sterilization in compliance with administrative regulations.
- Assessed instruments, equipment, and containers to promote cleanliness and proper functioning.
- Picked instruments and supplies for surgeries.
Certified Sterile Processing Tech 3
OhioHealth Riverside Methodist Hospital
06.2004 - 02.2011
- Corrected instrument sets according to current standards and established count sheets and instrument tracking systems.
- Handled and disposed of sharps, biohazards and other hazardous materials in accordance with established protocols.
- Wrapped trays, instrument packs, and sets.
- Recorded biologicals and test results.
- Assessed instruments, equipment, and containers to promote cleanliness and proper functioning.
- Collaborated with medical staff to confirm availability of medical equipment for patient care.
- Tested sterilization equipment by performing regular checks and maintenance to keep instruments in working order.
- Followed OSHA, FDA and AAMI guidelines related to sterilization in compliance with administrative regulations.
- Picked instruments and supplies for surgeries.
Education
High School Diploma -
Whetstone High School
Columbus, OH06.1985
Skills
- Sterilization Procedures
- Equipment Maintenance Procedures
- OSHA Guidelines
- Assembling Case Carts
- Decontamination Procedures
- Operating Room Procedures
- Recording Test Results
- Computerized Tracking
- Proper Storage Procedures
- Processing Instruments
- Sterile technique
Timeline
Traveling Certified Sterile Processing Tech 3
Aya Healthcare
01.2022 - Current
Traveling Certified Sterile Processing Tech 3
Trustaff Travel Nurses
10.2021 - 01.2022
Traveling Certified Sterile Processing Tech 3
Concessive Networks 2 Inc MOAB
07.2021 - 10.2021
Certified Sterile Processing Technician 3
Grant Medical Ct
02.2011 - 12.2019
Certified Sterile Processing Tech 3
OhioHealth Riverside Methodist Hospital
06.2004 - 02.2011
Certified Sterile Processing Technician , Educator
Mount Carmel East Health System Inc.
02.1994 - 07.2021
High School Diploma -
Whetstone High School
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