Kelly Zimmer
Van Etten
Summary
Committed Certified Sterile Processing Technician with substantial experience at Guthrie Robert Packer Hospital. Demonstrated proficiency in sterilization techniques and inventory management, ensuring adherence to safety protocols. Acknowledged for outstanding problem-solving skills and effective communication, consistently improving team performance and operational efficiency in high-pressure healthcare settings.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Sterile Processing Technician 11
Guthrie Robert Packer Hospital
Sayre
06.2022 - 04.2025
- Operated sterilizers, aerators and washers to disinfect and sterilize respirators and hospital beds.
- Prepared trays, instrument packs and surgical sets.
- Changed autoclave charts daily by dating and initialing each chart load.
- Transported sterile goods from the clean room into the operating room per procedure requirements.
- Monitored inventory levels of supplies in order to maintain adequate stock at all times.
- Distributed sterile and non-sterile supplies and medical equipment upon request or case cart requisition.
- Checked sterile supplies to detect outdated materials.
- Performed decontamination of medical instruments and equipment to prepare for sterilization.
- Reported any malfunctions or discrepancies in equipment to management immediately.
- Cleaned instruments to prepare for sterilization.
- Maintained accurate records of all sterilized items, including item number, date, time, type of sterilizer used, and operator initials.
- Assembled and wrapped trays of instruments for operating rooms and clinics.
- Sorted incompatible sets of instruments, trays and medical equipment.
- Inspected and tested instruments after cleaning to ensure all particles were removed prior to sterilization.
- Operated steam sterilizers, washer-disinfectors, ultrasonic cleaners, dry heat ovens, and other related equipment.
- Trained personnel on proper use of sterile processing equipment as needed.
- Gathered and prepared instruments and surgical supplies.
- Recorded results of biological and diagnostic tests.
- Stocked crash carts with appropriate medical supplies.
- Ensured compliance with safety guidelines in accordance with OSHA regulations.
- Monitored expired sterilization dates and rotated stock to minimize processing.
- Readied instruments for sterilization procedures and completed decontamination protocols.
- Packaged instruments into peel pouches and properly labeled pouches.
Certified Sterile Processing Tech
Cayuga Medical Center
Ithaca
02.2012 - 06.2022
- Company Overview: Cayuga Medical Center
- Cayuga Medical Center
- Reviewed policies and procedures related to the maintenance of a safe working environment.
- Followed infection control protocols while transporting soiled linen between departments.
- Monitored biological and chemical wash solution to determine quality and consistency for decontamination of instruments and medical equipment.
- Recorded results of biological and diagnostic tests.
- Restocked shelves with completed kits and supplies after each shift.
- Organized and assembled routine or specialty surgical instrument trays or other sterilized supplies, filling special requests as needed.
- Operated sterilizers, aerators and washers to disinfect and sterilize respirators and hospital beds.
- Assembled and wrapped trays of instruments for operating rooms and clinics.
- Inspected instruments for cleanliness, proper function and breakage by viewing instruments before assembly.
- Conducted daily rounds to collect equipment for processing and distributed equipment throughout facility to maintain required levels.
- Promoted to leadership position in recognition of strong work ethic and provided exceptional customer service.
- Developed strategies for problem solving and conflict resolution among team members.
- Motivated and empowered team members to build customer satisfaction and loyalty to support retention and growth.
- Established clear team goals aligned with company objectives, tracking progress regularly.
- Mentored newly hired employees on machine operations and implemented training on safety procedures to prevent injuries.
- Offered training and support to keep team members motivated and working toward objectives.
- Resolved customer complaints in an effective manner while maintaining a high level of customer service.
- Participated in regular meetings with senior leadership to provide updates on team progress.
- Oversaw training and development programs to enhance team skills and knowledge.
- Created plans to propose solutions to problems related to efficiency, costs or profits.
- Delegated daily tasks to team members to optimize group productivity.
Education
Certificate - Medical Assisting
Elmira Business Institute
01.2011
Skills
- Sterilization techniques
- Inventory management
- Instrument preparation
- Safety compliance
- Decontamination procedures
- Equipment operation
- Supply distribution
- Problem solving
- Attention to detail
- Training and mentoring
- Effective communication
- Instrument sterilization
- Prepare surgical trays
- Equipment monitoring
- Documentation and reporting
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Multitasking capacity
- Manual cleaning
- Steam autoclaves operation
- Assembly and packaging
- Conflict resolution
- Certified registered central service technician (CRCST)
- Communicable disease knowledge
- Use of Protective Gear
- Sterile storage
- Case cart assembly
- Operating room support
- Healthcare Protocols
- Teamwork skills
- Decontaminating surgical instruments
- Time management
Certification
Certified Sterile Processing Tech
References
More available upon request
Affiliations
Outdoor activities
Playing with grandkids
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Sterile Processing Technician 11
Guthrie Robert Packer Hospital
06.2022 - 04.2025
Certified Sterile Processing Tech
Cayuga Medical Center
02.2012 - 06.2022
Certificate - Medical Assisting
Elmira Business Institute
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