Kevin Knudson
Redmond,OR
Summary
Proven Sterile Processing Technician with a solid background at St. Charles Medical Center, showcasing expertise in steam sterilization and a commitment to enhancing patient safety through meticulous decontamination. Demonstrates exceptional teamwork and critical thinking skills, significantly reducing infection risks. Achieved commendable efficiency in instrument sterilization, ensuring compliance with healthcare standards.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Sterile Processing Technician
St. Charles Medical Center
06.2023 - Current
- Wrapped trays, instrument packs, and sets.
- Followed OSHA, FDA and AAMI guidelines related to sterilization in compliance with administrative regulations.
- Supported surgical teams effectively by preparing instrument trays according to procedure requirements.
- Reduced risk of infections by maintaining a clean and sterile environment within the processing area.
- Enhanced patient safety by ensuring proper sterilization and packaging of medical equipment.
- Decontaminated surgical instruments to remove bacteria and other contaminants before sterilization.
- Ensured timely availability of surgical instruments by prioritizing urgent requests and efficiently managing workload.
- Verified and maintained proper documents and records for sterilization.
- Demonstrated strong problem-solving skills when troubleshooting issues with autoclaves or other sterilization equipment.
Temp Worker
Mid Oregon Personnel
01.2023 - 06.2023
- Contributed positively to workplace morale by maintaining a professional and positive attitude in all temporary assignments.
- Served as a reliable team player who consistently met or exceeded expectations in all tasks assigned throughout numerous temp jobs.
- Learned semi-skilled and advanced work by shadowing experienced workers.
- Cultivated positive relationships with coworkers, fostering collaboration and teamwork in diverse work environments.
Dispensing Operator
Lonza Inc
04.2022 - 12.2022
- Upheld quality standards through regular inspections of completed products, addressing any inconsistencies immediately.
- Accurately documented all operational data, ensuring up-to-date records for review and analysis.
- Recognized upset conditions, determining cause, and took appropriate corrective action.
Investing Operator
PCC Structurals
02.2022 - 04.2022
- Operated various types of machinery, demonstrating versatility and adaptability in diverse work environments.
- Maintained a safe working environment by enforcing strict adherence to safety guidelines and protocols.
- Assisted in training new operators, sharing knowledge of best practices and promoting a culture of teamwork amongst peers.
- Provided on-the-job training to newly hired workers and team members.
Assembler
Keith's Manufacturing
10.2020 - 02.2022
- Increased production efficiency by assembling components quickly and accurately.
- Enhanced workplace safety by maintaining a clean and organized work area at all times.
- Maintained high-quality standards with thorough inspections of assembled parts.
- Demonstrated a strong work ethic by consistently arriving on time, prepared to begin work immediately, and contributing positively to the team''s overall success.
Investing Operator
PCC Structurals
05.2018 - 03.2020
- Assisted in training new operators, sharing knowledge of best practices and promoting a culture of teamwork amongst peers.
- Performed quality checks to identify finish discrepancies.
- Increased overall product quality through meticulous attention to detail during operation processes.
- Consistently met or exceeded performance targets while maintaining strict adherence to health, safety, and environmental regulations.
- Conducted inspection of in-process or finished product.
- Upheld quality standards through regular inspections of completed products, addressing any inconsistencies immediately.
Education
High School Diploma -
Culver High School
Culver, OR06.2013
Skills
- Steam Sterilization
- Decontaminating surgical instruments
- Decontamination procedures
- High-Level Disinfection
- Sterilization procedures
- Manual Cleaning
- Assembling case carts
- Recording biologicals
- Equipment testing
- Sterile Storage
- Instrument Decontamination
- Instrument Sterilization
- Sterilization techniques
- Case cart assembly
- Supply Replenishment
- Ultrasonic Cleaning
- Computerized tracking
- Picking instruments
- Low-Temperature Sterilization
- Attention to Detail
- Critical Thinking
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Work Planning and Prioritization
- Certified Registered Central Service Technician (CRCST)
- Safe sharps disposal
- Expiry Date Verification
Timeline
Sterile Processing Technician
St. Charles Medical Center
06.2023 - Current
Temp Worker
Mid Oregon Personnel
01.2023 - 06.2023
Dispensing Operator
Lonza Inc
04.2022 - 12.2022
Investing Operator
PCC Structurals
02.2022 - 04.2022
Assembler
Keith's Manufacturing
10.2020 - 02.2022
Investing Operator
PCC Structurals
05.2018 - 03.2020
High School Diploma -
Culver High School
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