CARLOS J. TAYLOR
East Saint Louis
Summary
Results-driven technician with a robust background in sterilization and equipment maintenance. Recognized for training new staff and ensuring adherence to safety standards, ready to leverage expertise in a dynamic healthcare setting.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
Work History
Sterilization Technician
Affinia Healthcare
St Louis
10.2016 - 03.2025
- Conducted sterilization procedures for medical instruments and equipment.
- Operated autoclaves and other sterilization equipment safely.
- Maintained accurate records of sterilization cycles and equipment usage.
- Monitored and ensured proper inventory levels of sterilization supplies.
- Collaborated with healthcare staff to ensure compliance with safety protocols.
- Trained new technicians on sterilization techniques and best practices.
- Assisted in routine maintenance and troubleshooting of sterilization equipment.
- Kept work area clean at all times following established safety protocols.
- Cleaned, disinfected, and sterilized all medical instruments using autoclaves.
- Assembled, documented and packaged instrumentation and sets according to individual department protocols.
- Inspected instruments to ensure they were free of debris prior to being placed in the autoclave chamber.
- Performed daily maintenance on sterilizers by cleaning and checking gauges for accuracy.
- Maintained accurate records regarding all activities associated with the sterilization process.
- Maintained sterilization equipment, ensuring proper functioning and safety.
- Performed regular quality assurance tests on autoclave units to ensure proper functioning.
- Conducted routine checks on steam pressure levels inside the autoclave chamber during cycles.
- Stocked supplies such as instrument trays, wrapping materials, surgical gowns, and drapes in preparation for surgery.
- Followed appropriate policies and procedures related to infection control practices.
- Replenished supplies as needed while adhering to departmental budget guidelines.
Surgical Technician
United States Army, 325th Combat Support Hospital
St. Peters
01.1996 - 01.2013
- Supported various missions around the world including but not limited to more than a year in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom June 2007-June 2008.
- Performed duties as the NCOIC (Non Commissioned Officer in Charge) of the Surgical Instrument Sterilization Section of the 325th Combat Support Hospital.
- Developed and implemented a plan for the total reorganization of the section resulting in a smoother and more efficient processing of instruments with less turn around time.
- Supervised and oversaw the maintenance of all medical equipment in the section.
Records Maintenance & Organization Technician
Kelly Services
01.2005 - 01.2006
- Responsible for the maintenance and upkeep of military personnel files and training of new employees unfamiliar with the job.
- Ensured privacy rules, regulations, and guidelines were adhered to when dealing with sensitive material.
- Managed the transfer of over 1,000 personnel files per day to updated storage areas.
Production Line Worker
Adecco Warehousing
St. Louis
01.2003 - 01.2005
- Assisted workers engaged in fabrication of products and the maintained of machinery, tools, and the workspace in general.
- Performed quality control measures to ensure that product production met quota guidelines while maintaining a high level of quality.
- Operated diesel, electric and gasoline powered fork lifts to move pallets, cages, and containers of product in a safe manner.
Clerk/ Carrier
U.S. Postal Service
Belleville
01.1999 - 01.2002
- Delivered mail to more than 300 residential and commercial properties per day, ensuring the safety of all packages and envelopes.
- Sorted about 300 packages and envelopes per hour into appropriate bins using industry specific machinery and coding.
- Managed parcels according to handling labels while maintaining due diligence concerning suspicious packages.
Education
Army Operating Room Technician - Certificate
US Army, Academy of Health Sciences
Fort Sam Houston TX02-1998
A.A.S. - Electronics Engineering Technology
I.T.T. Technical Institution
St. Louis, MOSome College (No Degree) - Certificate
U.S. Army Corp of Engineers
Fort Leonard Wood, MOSkills
- OR experience
- Sterilization technician
- Typing speed 40 WPM
- Microsoft Office
- Organizational skills
- Supervisory experience
- Instructing soldiers
- Sterilization procedures
- Equipment maintenance
- Infection control
- Quality assurance
- Supply inventory management
- Medical equipment operation
References
Available upon request.
Timeline
Sterilization Technician
Affinia Healthcare
10.2016 - 03.2025
Records Maintenance & Organization Technician
Kelly Services
01.2005 - 01.2006
Production Line Worker
Adecco Warehousing
01.2003 - 01.2005
Clerk/ Carrier
U.S. Postal Service
01.1999 - 01.2002
Surgical Technician
United States Army, 325th Combat Support Hospital
01.1996 - 01.2013
Army Operating Room Technician - Certificate
US Army, Academy of Health Sciences
A.A.S. - Electronics Engineering Technology
I.T.T. Technical Institution
Some College (No Degree) - Certificate
U.S. Army Corp of Engineers
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