Shamika Yahaya
Reynoldsburg,OH
Summary
Detail-oriented Certified Sterile Processing Technician with proven skills in instrument decontamination and sterile storage. Committed to enhancing patient safety and operational efficiency through meticulous adherence to safety standards.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified Sterile Processing Technician
Aya Healthcare
Ohio State University
07.2024 - Current
- Sterilized surgical instruments using steam and chemical processes to ensure compliance with safety standards.
- Operated sterilization equipment and monitored performance to maintain optimal operational efficiency.
- Improved patient safety by ensuring all surgical instruments were properly sterilized and assembled.
Certified Sterile Processing Technician
Fusion Medical Staffing
Baystate Medical Center; Springfield, MA
05.2023 - 05.2024
- Operated sterilization equipment and monitored performance to maintain optimal operational efficiency.
- Collaborated with surgical teams to prepare instruments for procedures, enhancing workflow efficiency.
- Trained new staff on standard operating procedures, promoting knowledge retention and consistency in operations.
- Demonstrated commitment to excellence, consistently meeting or exceeding departmental performance metrics in a fast-paced environment.
- Wrapped trays, instrument packs, and sets.
- Picked instruments and supplies for surgeries.
Certified Sterile Processing Technician
Fusion Medical Staffing
University Of Vermont Medical; Burlington, VT
04.2022 - 04.2023
- Implemented best practices for infection control, contributing to improved patient safety outcomes.
- Decontaminated surgical instruments to remove bacteria and other contaminants before sterilization.
- Wrapped trays, instrument packs, and sets.
- Picked instruments and supplies for surgeries.
Certified Sterile Processing Technician
Fusion Medical Staffing
Inova Mt Vernon Hospital; Alexandria, VA
01.2022 - 04.2022
- Evaluated sterilization processes regularly, recommending adjustments to enhance effectiveness and reduce errors.
- Collaborated with the surgical team, providing timely delivery of sterile equipment during surgeries.
- Wrapped trays, instrument packs, and sets.
- Picked instruments and supplies for surgeries.
- Decontaminated surgical instruments to remove bacteria and other contaminants before sterilization.
Certified Sterile Processing Technician
Fusion Medical Staffing
Midstate Medical Center; Meriden, CT
05.2020 - 05.2021
- Assisted in reducing surgical delays, swiftly addressing any issues related to missing or damaged instruments.
- Picked instruments and supplies for surgeries.
- Wrapped trays, instrument packs, and sets.
- Collaborated with the surgical team, providing timely delivery of sterile equipment during surgeries.
Certified Sterile Processing Technician
Fusion Medical Staffing
Methodist University Hospital; Memphis, TN
02.2020 - 03.2020
- Wrapped trays, instrument packs, and sets.
- Picked instruments and supplies for surgeries.
- Decontaminated surgical instruments to remove bacteria and other contaminants before sterilization.
Certified Sterile Processing Technician
Fusion Medical Staffing
ST Francis Hospital; Memphis, TN
12.2018 - 02.2020
- Wrapped trays, instrument packs, and sets.
- Picked instruments and supplies for surgeries.
- Decontaminated surgical instruments to remove bacteria and other contaminants before sterilization.
Certified Sterile Processing Technician
Fusion Medical Staffing
University Of Mississippi Medical; Jackson, MS
09.2018 - 12.2018
- Wrapped trays, instrument packs, and sets.
- Picked instruments and supplies for surgeries.
- Decontaminated surgical instruments to remove bacteria and other contaminants before sterilization.
Certified Sterile Processing Technician
Fusion Medical Staffing
Carilion Memorial Hospital; Roanoke, VA
03.2018 - 09.2018
- Picked instruments and supplies for surgeries.
- Wrapped trays, instrument packs, and sets.
- Decontaminated surgical instruments to remove bacteria and other contaminants before sterilization.
- Sterilized surgical instruments using steam and chemical processes to ensure compliance with safety standards.
Certified Sterile Processing Technician
VCU MEDICAL CENTER MAIN HOSPITAL, University Hospital
Richmond, VA
03.2016 - 03.2018
- Assisted in inventory management by tracking supplies and notifying staff of low stock levels.
- Played a crucial role in maintaining Joint Commission accreditation through adherence to best practices in sterile processing operations.
- Achieved consistent quality outcomes, closely following manufacturer guidelines for reprocessing reusable medical devices.
- Picked instruments and supplies for surgeries.
- Wrapped trays, instrument packs, and sets.
- Collaborated with the surgical team, providing timely delivery of sterile equipment during surgeries.
- Decontaminated surgical instruments to remove bacteria and other contaminants before sterilization.
- Sterilized surgical instruments using steam and chemical processes to ensure compliance with safety standards.
Education
Sterile Processing
Fortis College
Richmond, VA02-2018
Skills
- Workload prioritization
- Instrument decontamination
- Sterile storage
- Visual inspection
- Assembly and packaging
- Decontaminating surgical instruments
- Instrument sterilization
Certification
- SPT - Sterile Processing Technician
Timeline
Certified Sterile Processing Technician
Aya Healthcare
07.2024 - Current
Certified Sterile Processing Technician
Fusion Medical Staffing
05.2023 - 05.2024
Certified Sterile Processing Technician
Fusion Medical Staffing
04.2022 - 04.2023
Certified Sterile Processing Technician
Fusion Medical Staffing
01.2022 - 04.2022
Certified Sterile Processing Technician
Fusion Medical Staffing
05.2020 - 05.2021
Certified Sterile Processing Technician
Fusion Medical Staffing
02.2020 - 03.2020
Certified Sterile Processing Technician
Fusion Medical Staffing
12.2018 - 02.2020
Certified Sterile Processing Technician
Fusion Medical Staffing
09.2018 - 12.2018
Certified Sterile Processing Technician
Fusion Medical Staffing
03.2018 - 09.2018
Certified Sterile Processing Technician
VCU MEDICAL CENTER MAIN HOSPITAL, University Hospital
03.2016 - 03.2018
Sterile Processing
Fortis College