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Tisa Jeffries

Intermountain Healthcare Holy Rosary
Miles City,MT
1
Certification
19
years of professional experience

Experienced Sterile Processing Technician with a strong focus on infection control and team collaboration. Demonstrated success in implementing process improvements that enhance efficiency while ensuring the highest standards of patient care.

Professional in healthcare field, well-versed in sterile processing and infection prevention. Known for effectively managing instrument sterilization and ensuring compliance with strict hygiene standards. Valued team member who adapts to changing priorities and consistently delivers reliable results with focus on patient safety and quality care.

Work History

Sterile Processing Technician III

3 Years 3 Months
Intermountain Healthcare Holy Rosary | 05.2023 - Current
  • Operated sterilization equipment to ensure compliance with safety protocols and standards.
  • Performed quality checks on sterilized instruments to maintain high standards of patient care.
  • Implemented process improvements to enhance efficiency in the sterilization workflow.
  • Wrapped trays, instrument packs, and sets.

Sterile Processing Technician

2 Years 1 Month
Billings Clinic Hospital | 03.2021 - 04.2023
  • Collaborated with surgical teams to ensure timely delivery of sterilized instruments for procedures.
  • Decontaminated surgical instruments to remove bacteria and other contaminants before sterilization.
  • Ensured timely availability of surgical instruments by prioritizing urgent requests and efficiently managing workload.
  • Inspected sterile package integrity prior to distribution.

Lead Sterile Processing Technician

5 Years 9 Months
Yellowstone Surgery Center | 05.2015 - 02.2021
  • Trained and mentored staff on sterilization techniques, equipment handling, and infection control protocols.
  • Supervised daily operations in sterile processing department, ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards.
  • Implemented best practices in sterilization procedures to optimize patient safety and minimize contamination risks.
  • Collaborated with surgical teams to ensure timely availability of sterile instruments for scheduled procedures.
  • Served as an effective liaison between the Sterile Processing Department and other hospital units, fostering a collaborative environment that supported overall patient care goals.

Sterile Processing Technician

4 Years 11 Months
Billings Clinic Hospital | 06.2010 - 05.2015
  • Verified and maintained proper documents and records for sterilization.
  • Recorded biologicals and test results.
  • Operated specialized equipment using steam, gas and chemical methods to sterilize equipment.
  • Ensured strict adherence to regulatory guidelines during decontamination processes, mitigating risks associated with improper handling of biohazardous materials.
  • Picked instruments and supplies for surgeries.

Sterile Processing Technician

2 Years 8 Months
Good Shepherd Health Care System | 10.2007 - 06.2010
  • Supported surgical teams effectively by preparing instrument trays according to procedure requirements.
  • Assessed instruments, equipment, and containers to promote cleanliness and proper functioning.
  • Responded to equipment malfunctions by troubleshooting and repairing broken and malfunctioning equipment.
  • Ordered and restocked supplies for decontamination and surgical areas.
  • Established constructive relationships with vendors, facilitating timely delivery of supplies necessary for daily operations.

Education

High School Diploma

Enterprise High School | Enterprise, OR | 05-2001

Skills

High-level disinfection
Decontaminating surgical instruments
Steam sterilization
Assembling case carts
Recording biologicals
Sterile storage
Ultrasonic cleaning
Infection control

Certification

HSPA #62878

CRCST

CIS

CER

Timeline

Sterile Processing Technician III

Intermountain Healthcare Holy Rosary
05.2023 - CurrentRead More

Sterile Processing Technician

Billings Clinic Hospital
03.2021 - 04.2023Read More

Lead Sterile Processing Technician

Yellowstone Surgery Center
05.2015 - 02.2021Read More

Sterile Processing Technician

Billings Clinic Hospital
06.2010 - 05.2015Read More

Sterile Processing Technician

Good Shepherd Health Care System
10.2007 - 06.2010Read More

Enterprise High School

High School Diploma
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Tisa Jeffries