Taniayah Austin
Nutley,NJ
Summary
Having achieved many goals in paving a path for a career in my life, I am interested in expanding my professional horizons by seeking new challenges. I am a methodical professional with an organized approach and good multitasking skills. I am experienced in decontaminating, sterilizing, and testing medical instruments. I am a friendly and positive team player with good planning abilities, and I excel in problem-solving, a skill that allows me to tackle challenges effectively.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Sterile Processing Technician
Affiliated Dermatologist & Dermatologic Surgeons, P.A
Morristown, NJ
08.2019 - Current
- It ensures optimal hygiene in the cleaning and maintaining surgical instruments, equipment, and supplies.
- I am committed to maintaining a clean and organized environment in the central sterile supply department (CSSD), which directly contributes to patient safety. By [detailing specific cleaning and organizing procedures such as daily cleaning routines, waste disposal, and inventory management], you ensure a sterile and efficient working environment.
- Managed preparation of sterile packs for surgical procedures
- Provided support in the preparation and turnover of surgical cases
- Maintaining accurate records and logs for sterilization and inventory management.
Sterile Processing Technician
Atlantic Health System – Morristown Medical Center
Morristown, NJ
11.2017 - 06.2019
- Operated and maintained ultrasonic washers and autoclaves
- Performed testing on laparoscopic instruments
- They are received, sorted, processed, assembled, and sterilized surgical instruments and patient care equipment.
- Prepare case carts and exchange carts.
- Handle enzymes and disinfectants used during decontamination.
- Proficiently handle both high and low-temperature sterilization equipment.
- The trays assembled included OB/GYN, Laparoscopic, Total Abdominal Hysterectomy, Regular Hysterectomy, Dentals, Major and Minor, Orthopedic, D&C, Cesarean Section, Total Hip, Craniotomy, Delivery Trays, vascular trays, Cardiovascular, and .
Surgical Processing Technician Internship
Newark Beth Israel Medical Center
Newark, NJ
04.2017 - 08.2017
- We maintained accurate records of all sterilized items, documenting item number, date, time, sterilizer type used, and operator initials.
- We validated the sterility of processed instruments by performing biological and chemical testing.
- Assembled instrument trays according to established protocols using an aseptic technique.
- We reported any malfunctions or discrepancies in equipment to management immediately.
- We evaluated incoming product packaging for damage or contamination before stocking shelves.
- We decontaminated medical instruments and equipment to prepare them for sterilization.
- It was verified that all documents were completed accurately before releasing items from the sterile processing area.
- Inspected and tested instruments after cleaning to ensure all particles were removed before sterilization.
- Prepared trays, instrument packs, and surgical sets.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Essex County College
Newark, NJ01-2027
Sterile Processing Technician -
Berkeley College
Woodbridge, NJ08.2017
Some College (No Degree) - Licensed Chiropractor Assistant
Northeast College Preparatory High School
Rochester, NYSkills
- Sterilization procedures
- Instrument Sterilization
- Diagnostic Testing
- Computerized tracking
- Case cart assembly
- Decontamination and sanitation
- Communication
- listening
- reading
- solving solutions
- remaining optimistic daily
- taking action
Certification
- Licensed Chiropractic Assistant
- IAHCSMM Certified Registered Central Service Technician (CRCST), 318776
- American Heart Association - BLS (CPR/AED), 11/2023
Affiliations
- I love to maintain a healthy and balanced lifestyle.
- working out at the gym
- eating healthy
- painting
- reading
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Sterile Processing Technician
Affiliated Dermatologist & Dermatologic Surgeons, P.A
08.2019 - Current
Sterile Processing Technician
Atlantic Health System – Morristown Medical Center
11.2017 - 06.2019
Surgical Processing Technician Internship
Newark Beth Israel Medical Center
04.2017 - 08.2017
Associate of Science - Nursing
Essex County College
Sterile Processing Technician -
Berkeley College
Some College (No Degree) - Licensed Chiropractor Assistant
Northeast College Preparatory High School
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