Sterile Processing Technician Resume Example Kaiser Permanent

STERILE PROCESSING TECHNICIAN

Professional Summary

Experienced in assembling carts and selecting instruments and supplies for procedures. Competent in performing and documenting test results, restocking supplies and managing records. Focused on working quickly and accurately to maintain efficient facility operations. Detail-oriented Sterile Processing Technician with over 28 years of related experience. Excellent verbal and written communication skills with hardworking and diligent nature. Systematic professional with exceptional organizational, planning and multitasking abilities. Specializing in decontaminating and sterilizing instruments for use in medical procedures. Positive and upbeat with a team-oriented attitude. Multi-talented Sterile Processing Technician consistently rewarded for success in planning and operational improvements. Experience in policy development and staff management procedures positively impacting overall morale and productivity.

Skills

Sterilization Procedures
Computerized Tracking
Case CART Assembly
Sterile Procedures and Techniques
Cleaning
HIPAA Compliance
Recording Test Results
Decontamination Procedures
Managing Materials
Recording Biologicals
Picking Instruments

Assembling Case Carts
Infection control protocols
Biohazardous waste disposal
Diagnostic Testing
Completing Diagnostic Tests
Decontaminating Surgical Instruments
Passing surgical instruments
Patient confidentiality
Safe sharps disposal
Setting up and operating equipment
Pre-surgical preparation

Work History

Sterile Processing Technician, 05/2010 to 01/2019
Kaiser Permanent – Los Angeles1, CA

Maintained confidentiality of all patient information to conform to HIPAA, internal and other regulatory standards.
Clean and sterilize endoscopes, forceps, snares and other tools and equipment following established infection control procedures.
Generate and complete daily sterilization, endo flush, and endoscopy scope logs.
Maintained all safety protocols and processes when cleaning, disinfecting and sterilizing endoscopes and related equipment.
Coordinated and maintained patient charts by recording information and ensuring confidentiality.
Completed tasks to assist medical staffs during procedures.
Transferred scopes to appropriate department for repairs and maintenance.
Handled transfers of scopes to various departments for maintenance and routine repairs.
Handled setup and maintenance of patient charts, recording all information while maintaining confidentiality.
Assisted with transportation of scopes for repairs and maintenance.
Kept detailed track of inventory levels and placed orders for new supplies.
Prepared patients for procedures by measuring vital statistics and applying necessary monitoring equipment.
Prepared day surgery and operating rooms for patients by ordering and stocking equipment and supplies for upcoming procedures.
Facilitated patient discharge by preparing equipment, educational materials, and pharmaceutical supplies.
Collect and prepare specimens for cytology, microbiology, and pathology.
Assisted medical staff by preparing patients for procedures.

Sterile Processing Technician, 03/2003 to 02/2010
Kaiser Permanent – Panorama City, CA

Wrapped trays, instrument packs and sets.
Prepared instruments for sterilization and performed decontamination procedures.
Picked instruments and supplies for surgeries.
Ordered and restocked supplies for decontamination and surgical areas.
Recorded biological and test results.
Prepared instruments for terminal sterilization and reset surgical suites for next procedure.

Sterile Processing Technician, 05/1990 to 03/2003
Kaiser Permanent – Woodland Hills, CA

Prepared instruments for sterilization and performed decontamination procedures.
Picked instruments and supplies for surgeries.
Ordered and restocked supplies for decontamination and surgical areas.
Wrapped trays, instrument packs and sets.
Prepared instruments for terminal sterilization and reset surgical suites for next procedure.
Performed and documented pre-surgery and post-surgery sponge, instrument, and needle count.
Maintained excellent attendance record, consistently arriving to work on time.

Central Supply Technician, 04/1990 to 07/1991
Encino Health – Enicino, CA

Collected, evaluated and set up both sterile and non-sterile surgical supplies, instruments and equipment.
Optimized machinery and obtained consistent, accurate results through proper equipment calibration.
Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
Monitored, tracked and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
Reviewed available supplies, identified deficiencies and located necessary materials to meet operational demands.
Wiped down equipment with proper cleaning products after each patient transport to reduce instances of infection.

Education

No Degree: Business Administration And ManagementLos Angeles Southwest College - Los Angeles, CA

Associate of Arts: Surgical Technology, 06/1990
Southland College - City of Los Angeles, CA

Resume Overview

Companies Worked For:

Kaiser Permanent
Encino Health

School Attended

Los Angeles Southwest College
Southland College

Job Titles Held:

Sterile Processing Technician
Central Supply Technician

Degrees

No Degree : Business Administration And Management
Associate of Arts : Surgical Technology , 06/1990

Sterile Processing Technician Resume Example

Resume Score: 80%

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