Marcia Hafelfinger
Toledo,OR
Summary
Detail-oriented Sterile Processing Technician with over 6 years of related experience. Excellent verbal and written communication skills with hardworking and diligent nature. Disciplined Medical Equipment Preparer bringing proven experience at orchestrating sterile and organized medical settings to benefit patients and health care workers. Quick thinking and meticulously clean problem solver. Listens and asks questions to confirm accurate and complete communication. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Very detail oriented and a positive communicator with vendors, customers, and the end goal of the BEST patient outcomes !!!!
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Sterile Processing Technician
Samaritan Pacific Communities Hospital
Newport, OR
02.2022 - Current
- Assessed instruments, equipment and containers to promote cleanliness and proper functioning.
- Verified and maintained proper documents and records for sterilization.
- Identified parameters and sterilization method required for each item to be sterilized.
- Inspected sterile package integrity prior to distribution.
- Wrapped trays, instrument packs and sets.
Sterile Processing Technician
Samaritan North Lincoln Hospital
Lincoln City, OR
08.2019 - 02.2020
- Assessed instruments, equipment and containers to promote cleanliness and proper functioning.
- Wrapped trays, instrument packs and sets.
- Verified and maintained proper documents and records for sterilization.
- Identified parameters and sterilization method required for each item to be sterilized.
- Inspected sterile package integrity prior to distribution.
- Recorded biologicals and test results.
Sterile Processing Supervisor
Samaritan North Lincoln Hospital
Lincoln City, OR
06.2016 - 10.2017
- Recruited, hired and trained all staff, providing direct supervision, ongoing staff development and continuing education to employees.
- Developed and updated policies and procedures, maintaining compliance with statutory, regulatory and local, state and federal guidelines.
- Used my knowledge, techniques, and procedures in the areas of infection control, sterilization methods, time management and problem solving on a daily basis.
- Ordered all supplies needed to keep the department a functioning, efficient, and economical asset to the hospital while staying current and in compliance.
Operating Room Assistant
Good Samaritan Ambulatory Surgery Centerd
Corvallis, OR
10.2012 - 12.2013
- Participated in OR suite turnaround procedures such as cleaning and case cart management.
- Adhered to universal precautions, applying aseptic techniques to operating room equipment and personnel.
- Assisted in transporting patients, case carts and equipment before and during surgical procedures.
- Maintained operating room's inventory of products and replenished stock, when needed.
- Maintained equipment and supplies, confirming sufficient inventory levels prior to procedures.
- Cleaned and sterilized room after surgery and counted instruments and sponges used to account for supplies.
- Opened and distributed sterile supplies during medical procedures.
- Gowned and gloved staff to help team prepare for surgeries.
Certified Sterile Processing Technician/Inventory Specialist
Good Samaritan Regional Medical Center
Corvallis, OR
09.2010 - 10.2012
- Assessed instruments, equipment and containers to promote cleanliness and proper functioning.
- Identified parameters and sterilization method required for each item to be sterilized.
- Recorded biologicals and test results.
- Wrapped trays, instrument packs and sets.
- Inspected sterile package integrity prior to distribution.
- Verified and maintained proper documents and records for sterilization.
- Picked instruments and supplies for surgeries.
- Ordered and restocked supplies for decontamination and surgical areas.
- Corrected instrument sets according to current standards and established count sheets and instrument tracking systems.
- Gathered and set up equipment, tools and supplies and arrange instruments according to surgeons' preferences or instruction.
- Documented patient charges for use of supplies and procedure trays.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Sterile Processing, Medical Coding, General Study
Linn Benton Community College
Albany, ORHigh School Diploma -
Philomath High School
Philomath, OR06.1984
Skills
- Inventory Management Software
- Inventory Recordkeeping
- Proper Storage Procedures
- Diagnostic Testing
- Computerized Tracking
- Decontamination and Sanitation
- Supply and Instrument Ordering
- Surgical Equipment Tray Preparation
- Recording Biologicals
- Instrument Cleaning and Sterilization
- Case Cart Assembly
- Sterility Procedures
- Restocking Procedures
- Creative Thinking
- Flexible Endoscope Reprocessor
- Steam Autoclaves Operation
Affiliations
HSPA local chapter board member
Past volunteer with Newport Police Dept.
Past volunteer with Toledo Fire Dept.
Certification
Oregon Health Authority Emergency Medical Responder
CPR for Healthcare Workers
CERT trained
Wildland Fire courses
Flagger
Additional Information
I have experience with various computer applications. Examples are E-Pro, EPIC, Outlook, Excell (limited/beginner), Zoom and TEAMS meetings, People Soft and Kronos.
I have worked successfully with vendors within the hospital setting to ensure the most positive patient outcomes.
Timeline
Sterile Processing Technician
Samaritan Pacific Communities Hospital
02.2022 - Current
Sterile Processing Technician
Samaritan North Lincoln Hospital
08.2019 - 02.2020
Sterile Processing Supervisor
Samaritan North Lincoln Hospital
06.2016 - 10.2017
Operating Room Assistant
Good Samaritan Ambulatory Surgery Centerd
10.2012 - 12.2013
Certified Sterile Processing Technician/Inventory Specialist
Good Samaritan Regional Medical Center
09.2010 - 10.2012
Some College (No Degree) - Sterile Processing, Medical Coding, General Study
Linn Benton Community College
High School Diploma -
Philomath High School
Oregon Health Authority Emergency Medical Responder
CPR for Healthcare Workers
CERT trained
Wildland Fire courses
Flagger
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