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Saralayne Thompson

Chicago

Summary

Dynamic Sterile Processing Supervisor with extensive experience at Ascension St. Mary Hospital, excelling in surgical instrumentation and team leadership. Proven track record in optimizing inventory management and enhancing productivity under pressure. Skilled in training staff and ensuring compliance with infection control standards, driving quality assurance processes in fast-paced environments.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Sterile Processing Supervisor

Ascension St. Mary Hospital
Chicago
07.2023 - Current
  • Manage and oversee all sterile processing operations, ensuring adherence to safety and quality standards.
  • Collaborate with the OR to fix surgical instrument count sheets, assist with surgical setups, and fulfill additional OR requests.
  • Supervise and train SPD technicians in decontamination, assembly, and sterilization of instruments.
  • Delegate daily tasks and ensure the proper functioning of all SPD areas, including decontamination, prep & pack, and sterile storage.
  • Coordinate inventory management and ordering to meet the needs of scheduled and emergency surgeries.
  • Support ongoing OR functions by handling unexpected requests, including trauma and cardiac cases.

Sterile Processing Supervisor

University of Chicago Medical Center
Chicago
01.2015 - 01.2024
  • Maintained communication between the OR and SPD, resolving instrument and supply issues efficiently.
  • Developed training programs and monthly schedules for SPD staff to optimize productivity.
  • Delegated responsibilities for decontamination, prep and pack, and sterile storage, ensuring timely and accurate processing.
  • Led staff to support scheduled and unscheduled OR needs, including trauma, labor and delivery, and cardiac cases.
  • Collaborated with the OR to troubleshoot and meet the demands of surgical cases.

Technician

Advanced Clinical at Skokie contract
Chicago
02.2022 - 10.2022
  • Collaborated with surgical teams to prepare instruments for procedures.
  • Maintained inventory of sterile supplies and organized storage areas.
  • Monitored work areas for compliance with hygiene standards and regulations.
  • Prepared trays, instrument packs and surgical sets.
  • Inspected instruments for cleanliness, proper function and breakage by viewing instruments before assembly.
  • Performed decontamination of medical instruments and equipment to prepare for sterilization.
  • Ensured compliance with safety guidelines in accordance with OSHA regulations.
  • Reported any malfunctions or discrepancies in equipment to management immediately.

Sterile Processing Supervisor

Rush University Medical Center
Chicago
03.2016 - 01.2020
  • Coordinated with the OR to manage sterile instrument trays and on-demand case requests.
  • Supervised the day-to-day operations of SPD, including technician scheduling, performance evaluations, and staff development.
  • Oversaw decontamination, assembly, and sterilization, maintaining high standards for surgical instruments.
  • Managed inventory and collaborated with purchasing to stay within budget while meeting hospital needs.

Sterile Processing Technician

Northwestern University
Chicago
06.2007 - 11.2015
  • Performed decontamination, assembly, and sterilization of surgical instruments according to industry standards.
  • Communicated directly with the OR for case assembly and distribution.
  • Gained comprehensive knowledge in all areas of SPD, including sterile storage and tray assembly.

Education

High School Diploma -

Holy Trinity High School
Chicago, IL
01.2003

Skills

  • Sterile Processing
  • Decontamination
  • Prep & Pack
  • Sterile Storage
  • Surgical Instrumentation
  • Inventory Management
  • Budgeting
  • Delegation
  • Conflict Resolution
  • Surgical Instrument Count Sheets
  • Team Building
  • Training
  • Performance Management
  • Professionalism
  • Productivity Under Pressure
  • Inventory coordination
  • Regulatory compliance
  • Quality assurance processes
  • Surgical instrument management
  • Instrument sterilization
  • Infection control practices
  • Effective communication
  • Problem solving
  • Team leadership
  • Time management
  • Infection control standards
  • Process improvement strategies

Certification

  • Certified Registered Central Service Technician (CRCST), Sterile Processing University Online, 2011-01-01
  • Certified Instrument Specialist (CIS), Sterile Processing University Online, 2011-01-01

Timeline

Sterile Processing Supervisor

Ascension St. Mary Hospital
07.2023 - Current

Technician

Advanced Clinical at Skokie contract
02.2022 - 10.2022

Sterile Processing Supervisor

Rush University Medical Center
03.2016 - 01.2020

Sterile Processing Supervisor

University of Chicago Medical Center
01.2015 - 01.2024

Sterile Processing Technician

Northwestern University
06.2007 - 11.2015

High School Diploma -

Holy Trinity High School

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