Rayna Phelan
Peoria,AZ
Summary
Detail-oriented Sterile Processing Technician with over 18 years of related experience. Excellent verbal and written communication skills with hardworking and diligent nature. Systematic professional with exceptional organizational, planning and multitasking abilities. Specializing in decontaminating and sterilizing instruments for use in medical procedures. Positive and upbeat with a team-oriented attitude. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Sterile Processing Technician
Atlas
2023.07 - Current
- Wrapped trays, instrument packs, and sets.
- Maintained clean and organized sterile processing areas to prevent contamination of instruments and equipment.
- Decontaminated surgical instruments to remove bacteria and other contaminants before sterilization.
- Operated specialized equipment using steam, gas and chemical methods to sterilize equipment.
- Followed OSHA, FDA and AAMI guidelines related to sterilization in compliance with administrative regulations.
- Inspected sterile package integrity prior to distribution.
- Verified and maintained proper documents and records for sterilization.
- Recorded biologicals and test results.
- Assessed instruments, equipment, and containers to promote cleanliness and proper functioning.
- Tested sterilization equipment by performing regular checks and maintenance to keep instruments in working order.
- Identified parameters and sterilization method required for each item to be sterilized.
- Responded to equipment malfunctions by troubleshooting and repairing broken and malfunctioning equipment.
- Ordered and restocked supplies for decontamination and surgical areas.
- Corrected instrument sets according to current standards and established count sheets and instrument tracking systems.
- Liaised between medical staff and medical equipment vendors.
- Evaluated medical equipment and recommended upgrades when necessary.
Lead Sterile Processing Technician
Honor Health Deer Valley Medical Center
2018.03 - 2023.07
- Wrapped trays, instrument packs, and sets.
- Maintained clean and organized sterile processing areas to prevent contamination of instruments and equipment.
- Decontaminated surgical instruments to remove bacteria and other contaminants before sterilization.
- Operated specialized equipment using steam, gas and chemical methods to sterilize equipment.
- Liaised between medical staff and medical equipment vendors.
Sterile Technician
Banner Healthcare
2005.06 - 2018.03
- Wrapped trays, instrument packs, and sets.
- Decontaminated surgical instruments to remove bacteria and other contaminants before sterilization.
- Maintained clean and organized sterile processing areas to prevent contamination of instruments and equipment.
- Identified parameters and sterilization method required for each item to be sterilized.
Education
Vocational For IAHSCHM - Sterile Processing Technology
Banner Education On Line
Phoenix, AZ12.2015
High School Diploma -
Ironwood High School
Glendale, AZ06.1997
Skills
- Case Cart Assembly
- Instrument Sterilization
- Sterilization Procedures
- Diagnostic Testing
- Computerized Tracking
- Recording Biologicals
- Infection Control
- Quality Control
- Ordering Supplies
- Supply Management
- Inventory Rotation
- Managing Materials
- Decontamination Procedures
- Supply Replenishment
- Preventive Maintenance
- Decontaminating Surgical Instruments
- Completing Diagnostic Tests
- Picking Instruments
- Equipment Testing
Accomplishments
- Supervised team 4 staff members.
- Collaborated with team of 3 in the development of a display and demonstration of sterile processing safety procedures and policies at our annal health fair. I did this 2 years in a row at Banner Thunderbird as well as contribute efforts towards raising funds for the American heart association.
Timeline
Lead Sterile Processing Technician
Atlas
2023.07 - Current
Lead Sterile Processing Technician
Honor Health Deer Valley Medical Center
2018.03 - 2023.07
Sterile Technician
Banner Healthcare
2005.06 - 2018.03
Vocational For IAHSCHM - Sterile Processing Technology
Banner Education On Line
High School Diploma -
Ironwood High School