Simone Carter
Summary
Certified Registered Central Service Technician (CRCST ) - HSPA ( Valid through 09/2026
Basic Life Support ( BLS) - American Red Cross ( Valid through 03/227
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified Sterile Processing Technician
Thomas Jefferson Methodist Hospital
Philadelphia, PA
11.2022 - Current
- Used Instrument Tracking System in decontamination, assembly, sterilization, and storage of surgical trays and peel-pouched items to maintain inventory levels and accurate documentation.
- Operated automated washers, cart washers, ultrasonic washers, and sterilizers in safe and efficient manner following manufacturer's written instructions and department policy and procedure.
- Examined supplies meticulously to ensure they are properly cleaned and sanitized.
- Replaced lost or damaged instruments as required to complete tray.
- Cleaned, Sterilized and Assembled equipment, supplies and instruments in compliance with facility safety and sterilization procedures.
- Produced minimum of 15 instrumentation sets per day.
- Identified parameters and sterilization method required for each item to be sterilized.
- Decontaminated surgical instruments to remove bacteria and other contaminants before sterilization.
- Followed OSHA, FDA and AAMI guidelines related to sterilization in compliance with administrative regulations.
- Wrapped trays, instrument packs, and sets.
Surgical Technologist Extern
Jefferson Hospital
Philadelphia, PA
03.2025 - 08.2025
- Assisted surgical teams by preparing instruments and supplies for procedures.
- Maintained sterile field and ensured compliance with infection control protocols.
- Utilized surgical equipment and tools efficiently during various operative procedures.
- Collaborated with nursing staff to facilitate patient care pre- and post-surgery.
- Observed procedures to gain insights into best practices in surgical technology operations.
- Enhanced patient safety by diligently following surgical protocols and maintaining a sterile environment.
- Proactively sought feedback from supervising Surgical Technologists for continuous improvement in performance and skill development.
- Handled preoperative duties efficiently, preparing operating rooms with necessary sterile drapes, instruments, and equipment.
- Passed instruments and supplies to surgical team members to provide surgeons with necessary tools to complete procedures.
Preoperative Assistant
Riddle Hospital
Media, PA
03.2015 - 11.2022
- Developed and maintained filing systems to improve information retrieval speed.
- Collaborated with surgical teams to ensure seamless workflow during operations.
- Monitored patient safety and comfort throughout perioperative processes.
- Implemented efficiency improvements in instrument handling and turnover times.
- Conducted inventory management for surgical supplies, ensuring availability and compliance.
- Executed post-operative care tasks, including monitoring vital signs and assisting with recovery protocols.
- Collaborated with surgeons, nurses, and anesthesiologists to ensure smooth transitions between various operating room procedures.
- Improved patient care by providing support in the preparation and maintenance of sterile surgical environments
- Assisted with transfer of patients from recovery room to operating room, providing care and support.
Sterile Processing Technician (Student Extern)
University Of Pennsylvania
01.2022 - 04.2022
- Completed 400 Hours of Hands-on training.
- Corrected instrument sets according to current standards and established count sheets and instrument tracking systems.
- Assembled and processed instrumentation using steam, gas and chemical methods to sterilize equipment.
- Prepared and packed decontamination supplies for sterilization.
- Wrapped, sterilized, and prepared equipment into instrument trays for use during medical procedures.
- Inspected instrumentation and equipment for cleanliness , defects, and proper working conditions prior to packaging .
- Monitored biological and chemical wash solutions in decontamination medical equipment and instruments.
Education
Certificate - Surgical Technology
MedCerts
OnlineCertificate - Sterile Processing Technology
James For Leaning LLC
1 2022
Strawberry Mansion High School
6 2009
Skills
- Steam autoclave and gas plasma sterilization
- Flexible and rigid endoscope reprocessing
- Surgical instrument assembly and inspection
- Proficient in aseptic techniques
- Effective inventory management
- Detail-oriented approach to safety protocols
- Organizational efficiency in fast-paced settings
- Monitoring sterilization processes
- Disinfection protocol expertise
- Knowledge of AAMI, AORN, CDC standards
- Operation of ultrasonic cleaners
- BLS Certified
Certification
- CRCST Certification
Personal Information
Timeline
Surgical Technologist Extern
Jefferson Hospital
03.2025 - 08.2025
Certified Sterile Processing Technician
Thomas Jefferson Methodist Hospital
11.2022 - Current
Sterile Processing Technician (Student Extern)
University Of Pennsylvania
01.2022 - 04.2022
Preoperative Assistant
Riddle Hospital
03.2015 - 11.2022
Certificate - Sterile Processing Technology
James For Leaning LLC
Strawberry Mansion High School
Certificate - Surgical Technology
MedCerts