Theresa Akyaa
Dumfries,VA
Summary
Detail-oriented Sterile Processing Technician with over 3+ years of related experience and 10 years experience working in healthcare. A Surgical Technologist with the experience of assisting surgeons with medical operation. Responsible for maintaining aseptic technique, preparing sterile and non-sterile supplies, instruments and equipment, and anticipating the needs of the attending surgeon. A hard-working and dedicated individual with a passion for patient care and growth. Ready to take on the challenges of this position and ensure that these patients are given the best care possible. Eager to take the next career step with a growing organization and a successful healthcare system.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Surgical Technologist Student
Inova Fairfax Hospital
Falls Church, VA
01.2023 - Current
- Setting up instruments and equipment that is required for procedure.
- Passed instruments and supplies to surgical team members to provide surgeons with necessary tools to complete procedures.
- Handled and prepared specimens for laboratory analysis.
- Assists in surgical setup including connecting suction, electrical cords, power cables and tools for electrocautery.
- Assisted team members in operating room with positioning, moving and transporting of patients.
Surgical Technologist Student
Mary Washington Hospital
Fredericksburg, VA
08.2022 - 12.2022
- Currently have more than 120 hours of clinical experience in general, orthopedic, neurological, gynecological, Ear, Nose, and Throat (ENT) surgery, plastics and laparoscopic surgical procedures.
- Perform tasks under pressure and provide optimal care for patients in operating room settings.
- Established effective communication and collaborates with all team members prior to operating procedures.
Sterile Processing Technician II
Inova Fairfax Hospital
Falls Church, VA
01.2020 - Current
- Assessed instruments, equipment and containers to promote cleanliness and proper functioning.
- Wrapped trays, instrument packs and sets.
- Corrected instrument sets according to current standards and established count sheets and instrument tracking systems.
- Inspected sterile package integrity prior to distribution.
- Recorded biologicals and test results.
Direct Support Professional
Rappahannock Community Services Board
Culpeper, VA
01.2018 - 12.2020
- Administered medication as directed by physician.
- Supervised daily activities and provided assistance to staff.
- Assisted with daily living activities, running errands and household chores.
- Laundered items, changed sheets and made bed to keep patients' bedroom clean.
- Transported individuals to events and activities, medical appointments and shopping trips.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Wellness Home Care
Wethersfield, CT
08.2013 - 04.2018
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
- Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
- Accompanying patients to off-site doctor appointments
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Surgical Technology
Laurel Ridge Community College
Warrenton, VA05.2023
Certificate - Da Vinci Xi Surgical System
Intuition Technology Training Program
Mary Washington Hospital 09.2022
Certificate - Sterile Processing Technician
Sterile Processing Services
Gaithersburg, MD11.2019
Certificate - Nursing Assistance
Education of Wethersfield
Wethersfield, CT12.2010
High School Diploma -
Kumasi Girls Senior High School
Kumasi - Ghana08.2005
Skills
- Decontamination and Sanitation
- Equipment and Instrument Sterilization
- Processing Instruments
- Passing surgical instruments
- Setting up and operating equipment
- Specimen collection
- Pre- and post-surgical counts
- Active Listening
- Basic Life Support
- Surgical Safety
- Sterile Processing Support
Accomplishments
- Awarded Potomac Health Foundation Fellows Scholarship 2022 - current
Certification
- Certified Registered Central Service Technician (CRCST)
- Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
- Basic Life Support (BLS)
Timeline
Surgical Technologist Student
Inova Fairfax Hospital
01.2023 - Current
Surgical Technologist Student
Mary Washington Hospital
08.2022 - 12.2022
Sterile Processing Technician II
Inova Fairfax Hospital
01.2020 - Current
Direct Support Professional
Rappahannock Community Services Board
01.2018 - 12.2020
Certified Nursing Assistant
Wellness Home Care
08.2013 - 04.2018
Associate of Applied Science - Surgical Technology
Laurel Ridge Community College
Certificate - Da Vinci Xi Surgical System
Intuition Technology Training Program
Certificate - Sterile Processing Technician
Sterile Processing Services
Certificate - Nursing Assistance
Education of Wethersfield
High School Diploma -
Kumasi Girls Senior High School