LATANYA CHRISTON
Dorchester,MA
Summary
Dynamic and detail-oriented Traveling Sterile Processing Tech II with extensive experience at UMass Memorial Center. Expert in utilizing autoclave machines and ultrasonic cleaners, ensuring the highest standards of sterilization. Proven ability to thrive in high-pressure environments, demonstrating strong teamwork and communication skills to enhance operational efficiency. Attentive sterile processing technician with several years of experience in healthcare. Good communication skills, a strong attention to detail and a superior work ethic. Looking for a permanent role in a fast-paced environment.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Traveling Sterile Processing Tech II
UMass Memorial Center
Worcester, MA
01.2023 - 01.2024
- Specializing in reassembling and sterilizing all Operating Room instruments and trays.
- Perform special set preparations for Emergency Room department, Ambulatory department, Radiology department, Coronary care unit, and Intensive care unit.
- The cleaning and high-level disinfecting of the endoscopic equipment and the sterilizing of accessories
Traveling Sterile Processing Tech II
Bay State Medical Center
Springfield, MA
09.2022 - 12.2022
- Specializing reassemble and sterilize all Operating Room instruments and trays.
- Perform special set preparations for Emergency Room department, Ambulatory department, Radiology department, Coronary care unit, and Intensive care unit.
- The cleaning and high-level disinfecting of the endoscopic equipment and the sterilizing of accessories
Traveling Sterile Processing Tech II
Strong Memorial Hospital
Rochester, NY
08.2021 - 04.2022
- Specializing reassemble and sterilize all Operating Room instruments and trays.
- Perform special set preparations for Emergency Room department, Ambulatory department, Radiology department, Coronary care unit, and Intensive care unit.
- The cleaning and high-level disinfecting of the endoscopic equipment and the sterilizing of accessories
Traveling Sterile Processing Tech II
Our LADY Of the LAKE
Baton Rouge, LA
04.2021 - 08.2021
- Specializing reassemble and sterilize all Operating Room instruments and trays.
- Perform special set preparations for Emergency Room department, Ambulatory department, Radiology department, Coronary care unit, and Intensive care unit.
- The cleaning and high-level disinfecting of the endoscopic equipment and the sterilizing of accessories
Traveling Sterile Processing Tech II
Portsmouth Reginal Hospital
Portsmouth, NH
10.2020 - 04.2021
- Specializing reassemble and sterilize all Operating Room instruments and trays.
- Perform special set preparations for Emergency Room department, Ambulatory department, Radiology department, Coronary care unit, and Intensive care unit.
- The cleaning and high-level disinfecting of the endoscopic equipment and the sterilizing of accessories
Sterile Processing Tech II
Boston Medical Center
Boston, MA
01.2018 - 01.2019
- Reassemble and sterilize all Operating Room instruments and trays.
- Use equipment including washer/decontaminators, and ultrasonic cleaner.
- Record and file all reports of biological testing of sterilization equipment.
- Perform special set preparations for Emergency Room department, Ambulatory department, Radiology department, Coronary care unit, and Intensive care unit.
- Assemble supplies for sterilization and utilize autoclave equipment in accordance with sterilization procedures.
- Assist with other technicians’ minor problems, and questions.
Sterile Processing Tech I
Winchester Hospital
Winchester, MA
01.2015 - 01.2016
- Reassemble and sterilize all Operating Room instruments and trays.
- Assemble supplies for sterilization and utilize autoclave equipment in accordance with sterilization procedures.
- Use equipment including washer/decontaminators, and ultrasonic cleaner.
- Record and file all reports of biological testing of sterilization equipment.
- Perform special set preparations for Emergency Room department, Ambulatory department, Radiology department, Coronary care unit, and Intensive care unit.
- The cleaning and high-level disinfecting of the endoscopic equipment and the sterilizing of accessories
Sterile Processing Tech I
Carney Hospital
Boston, MA
01.2014 - 01.2015
- Reassemble and sterilize all Operating Room instruments and trays.
- Use equipment including washer/decontaminators, and ultrasonic cleaner.
- Assemble supplies for sterilization and utilize autoclave equipment in accordance with sterilization procedures.
- Perform special set preparations for Emergency Room department, Ambulatory department, Radiology department, Coronary care unit, and Intensive care unit.
- Record and file all reports of biological testing of sterilization equipment.
Assistant Laboratory Animal Technician
Mass Biologics
Boston, MA
01.2006 - 01.2011
- Performed sanitation and sterilization procedures used in animal facilities.
- Sterilized lab equipment, and instruments.
- Assemble supplies for sterilization and utilize autoclave equipment in accordance with sterilization procedures.
- Autoclaved HuMab mouse cages for monoclonal antibody study.
- Handled routine husbandry tasks such as feeding, watering and bedding changes.
- Followed strict cGMP guidelines.
- Performed euthanasia by injection and CO2 gas.
Education
Diploma -
Fenway Pilot High School
Boston, MASkills
- Trauma I
- Trauma II
- Trauma III
- Reginal hospitals
- Hospital computer systems
- Epic
- Censertrac
- Ultrasonic cleaner
- Autoclave machine
- Automated Endoscope Reprocesses
Timeline
Traveling Sterile Processing Tech II
UMass Memorial Center
01.2023 - 01.2024
Traveling Sterile Processing Tech II
Bay State Medical Center
09.2022 - 12.2022
Traveling Sterile Processing Tech II
Strong Memorial Hospital
08.2021 - 04.2022
Traveling Sterile Processing Tech II
Our LADY Of the LAKE
04.2021 - 08.2021
Traveling Sterile Processing Tech II
Portsmouth Reginal Hospital
10.2020 - 04.2021
Sterile Processing Tech II
Boston Medical Center
01.2018 - 01.2019
Sterile Processing Tech I
Winchester Hospital
01.2015 - 01.2016
Sterile Processing Tech I
Carney Hospital
01.2014 - 01.2015
Assistant Laboratory Animal Technician
Mass Biologics
01.2006 - 01.2011
Diploma -
Fenway Pilot High School
Similar Profiles
Kaitlyn WoodsonKaitlyn Woodson
PCA at UMass Memorial Medical Center - Memorial CampusPCA at UMass Memorial Medical Center - Memorial Campus
Marcia AndersonMarcia Anderson
Registered Nurse at UMass Memorial Medical Center - Memorial CampusRegistered Nurse at UMass Memorial Medical Center - Memorial Campus
Chrystina StarrChrystina Starr
Executive Assistant at UMass Memorial Medical Center - Memorial CampusExecutive Assistant at UMass Memorial Medical Center - Memorial Campus
Kendry ZaiterKendry Zaiter
Armed Officer at Narrow SecurityArmed Officer at Narrow Security
Samantha SanjurjoSamantha Sanjurjo
Lead Supervisor Concessions at Aramark Fenway ParkLead Supervisor Concessions at Aramark Fenway Park