Linda Miller
Aztec,NM
Summary
Professional experienced in ensuring safe and efficient sterilization of medical instruments and equipment. Expertise in decontamination, sterilization processes, and inventory management, with a commitment to high hygiene and safety standards. Recognized for adaptability to changing environments and consistent delivery of results. Strong attention to detail and organizational skills enhance effective communication within teams.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Sterile Processing Technician
Intermountain Health St.Marys
Grand Junction, CO
11.2005 - 07.2025
- 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.
- Assessed instruments, equipment, and containers to promote cleanliness and proper functioning.
- Decontaminated surgical instruments to remove bacteria and other contaminants before sterilization.
- Corrected instrument sets according to current standards and established count sheets and instrument tracking systems.
- Recorded biologicals and test results.
- Operated specialized equipment using steam, gas and chemical methods to sterilize equipment.
- Improved quality assurance processes by implementing documentation procedures for all stages of the sterilization process.
- Picked instruments and supplies for surgeries.
- Established constructive relationships with vendors, facilitating timely delivery of supplies necessary for daily operations.
Anesthesia Technician
Intermountain Health St.marys
Grand Junction, CO
11.2005 - 08.2021
- Maintained sterile anesthesia supplies within expiration date.
- Maintained and cleaned anesthesia machines by changing soda-lime, refilling vaporizers with anesthetic agents and replacing nitrous, oxygen and air cylinders.
- Stocked anesthesia supplies in anesthetizing locations, fiber optic carts, ploss carts and emergency airway bags.
- Assisted with transports of invasively monitored O.R. and I.C.U. patients.
- Maintained a high standard of care by adhering to strict infection control guidelines when handling anesthesia equipment.
- Followed infection control procedures to maintain cleanliness of anesthesia monitors and apparatuses.
- Contributed to a positive work environment by providing ongoing support to anesthesia providers throughout each procedure.
- Improved patient comfort by assisting anesthesia providers with the timely administration of medications and monitoring.
- Scheduled repairs for malfunctioning equipment and kept accurate records of all medical components and machines for optimal efficiency.
- Provided airway management interventions, tracheal intubation, and ventilatory support.
Education
GED -
Central High
Grand Junction, CO05.1983
Timeline
Sterile Processing Technician
Intermountain Health St.Marys
11.2005 - 07.2025
Anesthesia Technician
Intermountain Health St.marys
11.2005 - 08.2021
GED -
Central High