Laura Duncan
Cochecton
Summary
Conscientious Certified Sterile Processing Technician for over 6 years, known for high productivity and efficiency in task completion. Skilled in instrument sterilization techniques, understanding of microbiology and infection control practices, and adept at operating sterilization equipment. Excel in time management, teamwork, and adaptability to ensure optimal operation of the sterile processing department.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified Sterile Processing Technician
Garnet Health Medical Center
Harris
04.2019 - Current
- Follow all procedures of the Sterile Processing Department.
- Gathering of reusable medical instruments(mainly for O.R.), contained in case carts, scan into Censitrac Application, and perform the process of Decontamination, Hand wash, Ultrasounic, Mechanical Wash, inspection, assembly and sterilization according to manufacturers IFU.
- Using of biologicals, and chemical indicators and recording in Censitrac.
- Maintaining all records using Censitrac.
- Inspection and restocking all Code Carts throughout hospital.
- Gu Carts & Pediatric Code Carts.
- Assembling case carts daily for surgeries in OR.
- Testing of all equipment in OR & Sterile Processing.
Unit Coordinator
Catskill Regional Medical Center
Harris
04.2015 - 04.2019
- Scheduled Outpatient & Inpatient Surgeries.
- Maintained all Medical records.
- Greet patients, gather all pertinent information and work with patient to ensure stability while transitioning patient to Pre-op nurses.
- Keeping family members updated in waiting room with color coded monitor.
- Answer calls, do filing, typing, ordering of all OR supplies.
Production Supervisor
Standard Micro Systems
Hauppauge
11.1995 - 11.2013
- Successfully maintained 96% Utilization & Yields.
- Managed a Successful Team of Employees.
- Cost saving Procedures. Enforce policies & procedures.
- Inventory Control - maintaining records using SAP, MES & WIP databases.
- Supervision & Training - provide necessary training required.
- Payroll - Track payroll using Kronos.
- Employee Records - maintain employee personal, training time, performance records.
Education
Sterile Processing Technician -
New York Institute of Care
Online04.2019
Certification -
Hunter Business School
Medford, NY05.2014
Skills
- Instrument sterilization
- Case cart assembly
- Censitrac management
- Equipment maintenance
- Surgical scheduling
- Biological testing
- Medical records management
- Inventory control
- Effective communication
- Problem solving
- Hazardous materials
- Instrument decontamination
- Cross-training
- Surgical instrumentation
- Procedure development
- Sterilization techniques
- Instrument tracking systems
Certification
Certified Registered Central Service Technician
Timeline
Certified Sterile Processing Technician
Garnet Health Medical Center
04.2019 - Current
Unit Coordinator
Catskill Regional Medical Center
04.2015 - 04.2019
Production Supervisor
Standard Micro Systems
11.1995 - 11.2013
Sterile Processing Technician -
New York Institute of Care
Certification -
Hunter Business School
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