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Work History
Education
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Paula Brown

Scarborough,Maine

Summary

At Maine Health, a Certified Sterile Processing Technician III excelled in ensuring patient safety and maintaining Joint Commission accreditation by mastering sterile processing operations and demonstrating exceptional teamwork. Leveraging skills in instrument sterilization and critical thinking, significantly reduced surgical delays and infection risks, embodying professionalism and attention to detail in every task. Excellent verbal and written communication skills with hardworking and diligent nature. Experienced in assembling carts and selecting instruments and supplies for procedures. Competent in performing and documenting test results, restocking supplies and managing records. Focused on working quickly and accurately to maintain efficient facility operations. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.

Overview

24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Certified Sterile Processing Technician III

Maine Health
08.2000 - Current
  • Collaborated with the surgical team, providing timely delivery of sterile equipment during surgeries.
  • Played a crucial role in maintaining Joint Commission accreditation through adherence to best practices in sterile processing operations.
  • Assisted in reducing surgical delays, swiftly addressing any issues related to missing or damaged instruments.
  • Achieved consistent quality outcomes, closely following manufacturer guidelines for reprocessing reusable medical devices.
  • Improved patient safety by ensuring all surgical instruments were properly sterilized and assembled.
  • Upheld regulatory requirements, diligently performing biological monitoring tests on sterilizers regularly.
  • Assured instrument availability by managing inventory and promptly restocking supplies as needed.
  • Promoted a culture of continuous improvement by participating in ongoing training and professional development opportunities.
  • Safeguarded patient confidentiality, complying with HIPAA regulations in handling sensitive information throughout the workflow process.
  • Reduced the risk of infection by strictly adhering to established guidelines for decontamination procedures.
  • Increased compliance with industry standards through meticulous documentation of all sterilization processes.
  • Enhanced department efficiency with thorough inspection and functionality testing of surgical instruments.
  • Followed OSHA, FDA and AAMI guidelines related to sterilization in compliance with administrative regulations.
  • 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.
  • Maintained clean and organized sterile processing areas to prevent contamination of instruments and equipment.
  • Handled and disposed of sharps, biohazards and other hazardous materials in accordance with established protocols.
  • Inspected sterile package integrity prior to distribution.
  • Ordered and restocked supplies for decontamination and surgical areas.
  • Picked instruments and supplies for surgeries.

Education

No Degree - Early Childhood Education

University of Southern Maine
Portland, ME

High School Diploma -

Scarborough High School
Scarborough, ME
06.1976

Skills

  • Surgical Instrument Knowledge
  • Ethics and Professionalism
  • Tool Identification
  • Patient confidentiality
  • Workload prioritization
  • Cross-training abilities
  • Hazardous Materials
  • Instrument Tracking Systems
  • Decontamination procedures
  • Quality Control
  • Assembling case carts
  • Computerized tracking
  • Ordering Supplies
  • Instrument Sterilization
  • Sterilization procedures
  • Supply Management
  • Teamwork and Collaboration
  • Critical Thinking
  • Steam Autoclaves Operation
  • Sterile Processing Technician (SPT)

Certification

  • SPT - Sterile Processing Technician and looking to continue certification as a CIS, CER

Timeline

Certified Sterile Processing Technician III

Maine Health
08.2000 - Current

No Degree - Early Childhood Education

University of Southern Maine

High School Diploma -

Scarborough High School
Paula Brown