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Takeya Goodrum

Norcross,GA

Summary

Experienced sterile processing technician in a fast-paced, high-volume facility. Adept at ensuring cleanliness and sterilization of medical equipment. Skilled in training new employees on proper procedures and protocols for maintaining a safe and efficient work environment. Dedicated to upholding the highest standards of quality control and infection prevention to support the overall success of the healthcare team. Passionate about contributing to the delivery of exceptional patient care through meticulous attention to detail and teamwork.

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Sterile Processing Technician

Piedmont Atlanta Hospital
01.2024 - Current
  • Wrapped trays, instrument packs, and sets.
  • Followed OSHA, FDA and AAMI guidelines related to sterilization in compliance with administrative regulations.
  • Supported surgical teams effectively by preparing instrument trays according to procedure requirements.
  • Reduced risk of infections by maintaining a clean and sterile environment within the processing area.
  • Picked instruments and supplies for surgeries.
  • Maintained strict adherence to aseptic technique in decontamination process, significantly reducing risk of hospital-acquired infections.
  • Assembles special procedure trays for such complex surgeries such as open heart, transplant, major orthopedic surgeries, neurosurgical, laparoscopic, and spine surgeries.
  • Uses computer to scan PIC tickets on instrument trays and case cart protocol. Properly operates cleaning and sterilization equipment such as washers, sterilizers, sonic cleaners and cart washers.
  • Restocks prep areas with supplies and takes inventory of sterile instrument pans and trays. May retrieve contaminated equipment, supplies, trays, and instruments from patient care areas for cleaning and sterilization.

Central Sterile Processing Technician

Atlanta Technical College
05.2023 - 12.2023
  • Operated specialized equipment using steam, gas and chemical methods to sterilize equipment.
  • Wrapped trays, instrument packs, and sets.
  • Picked instruments and supplies for surgeries.
  • Tested sterilization equipment by performing regular checks and maintenance to keep instruments in working order.
  • Assessed instruments, equipment, and containers to promote cleanliness and proper functioning.
  • Recorded biologicals and test results.
  • Followed OSHA, FDA and AAMI guidelines related to sterilization in compliance with administrative regulations.

Education

Graduate Certificate - Central Sterile Processing

Atlanta Technical College
Atlanta
12.2023

Skills

  • Sterilization Procedures
  • Diagnostic Testing
  • Case Cart Assembly
  • Instrument Sterilization
  • CVOR Case Cart building
  • Problem Solving/ Critical Thinking
  • Medical Instrument Knowledge
  • Decontaminating Surgical Instruments
  • Infection Control
  • Steam and Sterrad Sterilization
  • Assembly and packaging
  • Tray preparation

Certification

CRSCT May 2025

BLS/CPR

Timeline

Sterile Processing Technician

Piedmont Atlanta Hospital
01.2024 - Current

Central Sterile Processing Technician

Atlanta Technical College
05.2023 - 12.2023

Graduate Certificate - Central Sterile Processing

Atlanta Technical College

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