Tamazjah Ewing

~160 clinical hours (Externship)

Key Responsibilities

• Performed decontamination of surgical instruments using proper PPE and infection control protocols.
• Operated washers, ultrasonic cleaners, and sterilizers (steam, IUSS, low-temp if applicable).
• Assembled instrument trays following facility IFUs and count sheets.
• Conducted detailed instrument inspection (function testing, cleanliness, sharpness, alignment).
• Prepared and packaged instruments using wrap, peel pouches, and rigid containers.
• Loaded, monitored, and documented sterilization cycles (mechanical, biological, chemical indicators).
• Utilized workflow best practices: clean-to-sterile direction, proper cart transport, and storage.
• Shadowed and assisted techs in OR turnover, loaner processing, and case cart building.

Achievements

• Praised by preceptors for fast learning, consistent accuracy, and strong work ethic.
• Demonstrated reliability and willingness to take on additional tasks.