Latoya Calhoun
Metro Health Hospital
Euclid,OH
1
Certification
11
years of professional experience
Dedicated Sterile Technician with expertise in sterilization techniques and quality control monitoring at University Hospital. Proven ability to enhance operational efficiency through meticulous decontamination procedures and effective training of new staff. Strong communicator committed to maintaining safety standards and ensuring the availability of essential medical supplies.
Work History
Sterile Technician
2 Months- Conducted routine inspections of sterile storage areas to uphold cleanliness standards.
- Collaborated with surgical teams to prepare necessary sterile supplies for procedures.
- Monitored inventory levels of sterilization supplies, ensuring timely reordering when necessary.
- Reduced risk of infection by properly disposing of contaminated materials and maintaining equipment cleanliness.
- Played a key role in reducing cross-contamination incidents through careful separation of clean and dirty instruments during processing stages.
Sterile Technician
1 Year 5 Months- Sterilized surgical instruments using autoclave and chemical methods to ensure compliance with safety standards.
- Maintained accurate records of sterilization processes and equipment usage for quality assurance purposes.
- Assisted in inventory management of sterile supplies, ensuring availability for medical procedures.
- Trained new staff on sterilization protocols and safety practices to enhance team performance.
Biological Technician
2 Years 4 Months- Calibrated and maintained precision instruments to ensure optimal performance and reliability.
- Conducted routine inspections and troubleshooting for various medical equipment, enhancing operational efficiency.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to implement corrective actions for instrument malfunctions.
- Documented maintenance activities and compliance with safety regulations to support quality assurance efforts.
Clerk
8 Years- Processed customer applications for licenses and permits efficiently.
- Assisted in maintaining accurate records of all transactions and customer interactions.
- Provided support to clients by answering inquiries regarding licensing requirements and procedures.
- Collaborated with team members to enhance workflow efficiency and improve service delivery.
Sterile Technician
6 Years 4 Months- Sterilized surgical instruments and equipment to ensure compliance with hospital safety standards.
- Operated autoclaves and other sterilization equipment effectively and safely.
- Maintained accurate records of sterilization processes and equipment usage.
- Assisted in training new staff on proper sterilization techniques and protocols.
- Implemented process improvements that enhanced overall efficiency in the sterilization department.
Education
High School Diploma
Skills
Sterilization techniques
Quality control monitoring
Decontamination procedures
Medical terminology
Certification
Sterile tech certification
Timeline
Sterile Technician
Metro Health Hospital
06.2026 - CurrentRead More
Sterile Technician
University Hospital - University Health System
01.2025 - 06.2026Read More
Biological Technician
STERIS
08.2023 - 12.2025Read More
Sterile Technician
Dental Work
04.2020 - 2023Read More
Clerk
Bmv License Bureau
07.2015 - 07.2023Read More
Franklin Virtual High School
High School Diploma
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