Kalyn Oftedal
Dekalb
Summary
With a proven track record at Aya Healthcare, I excel in sterile processing, ensuring equipment safety and enhancing patient care through ethics and professionalism. Skilled in instrument decontamination and maintaining Joint Commission accreditation, my focus on continuous improvement and effective communication has significantly reduced surgical delays.
Experienced with sterilization and decontamination of medical instruments. Utilizes comprehensive knowledge of infection control protocols to maintain safety and hygiene. Track record of ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and working effectively within team.
Certified Sterile Processing professional with experience in decontamination, sterilization, and equipment maintenance. Strong focus on team collaboration and achieving results, adaptable to changing needs and workflows. Skilled in maintaining compliance with healthcare standards, ensuring patient safety, and managing inventory efficiently. Known for reliability, precision, and effective communication in high-pressure environments.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified Sterile Processing Technician
Aya Healthcare
01.2024 - Current
- Collaborated with the surgical team, providing timely delivery of sterile equipment during surgeries.
- Played a crucial role in maintaining Joint Commission accreditation through adherence to best practices in sterile processing operations.
- Assisted in reducing surgical delays, swiftly addressing any issues related to missing or damaged instruments.
- Achieved consistent quality outcomes, closely following manufacturer guidelines for reprocessing reusable medical devices.
- Improved patient safety by ensuring all surgical instruments were properly sterilized and assembled.
- Reduced the risk of infection by strictly adhering to established guidelines for decontamination procedures.
- Wrapped trays, instrument packs, and sets.
- Decontaminated surgical instruments to remove bacteria and other contaminants before sterilization.
- Assessed instruments, equipment, and containers to promote cleanliness and proper functioning.
Certified Sterile Processing Technician
Triage Staffing Inc.
09.2024 - 01.2025
- Collaborated with the surgical team, providing timely delivery of sterile equipment during surgeries.
- Played a crucial role in maintaining Joint Commission accreditation through adherence to best practices in sterile processing operations.
- Assisted in reducing surgical delays, swiftly addressing any issues related to missing or damaged instruments.
- Achieved consistent quality outcomes, closely following manufacturer guidelines for reprocessing reusable medical devices.
- Wrapped trays, instrument packs, and sets.
Certified Sterile Processing Technician
Rush Copley Medical Group
05.2024 - 09.2024
- Collaborated with the surgical team, providing timely delivery of sterile equipment during surgeries.
- Played a crucial role in maintaining Joint Commission accreditation through adherence to best practices in sterile processing operations.
- Assisted in reducing surgical delays, swiftly addressing any issues related to missing or damaged instruments.
- Achieved consistent quality outcomes, closely following manufacturer guidelines for reprocessing reusable medical devices.
- Fostered effective communication within the team, contributing to a seamless workflow between departments involved in patient care.
- Improved patient safety by ensuring all surgical instruments were properly sterilized and assembled.
- Maintained a clean and organized work environment for efficient processing of medical equipment.
- Demonstrated commitment to excellence, consistently meeting or exceeding departmental performance metrics in a fast-paced environment.
- Reduced the risk of infection by strictly adhering to established guidelines for decontamination procedures.
- Safeguarded patient confidentiality, complying with HIPAA regulations in handling sensitive information throughout the workflow process.
- Advocated for workplace safety measures, proactively identifying potential hazards and taking appropriate corrective actions as necessary.
- Wrapped trays, instrument packs, and sets.
- Decontaminated surgical instruments to remove bacteria and other contaminants before sterilization.
Certified Sterile Processing Technician
Kendall Pointe Surgery Center
10.2021 - 03.2024
- Collaborated with the surgical team, providing timely delivery of sterile equipment during surgeries.
- Played a crucial role in maintaining Joint Commission accreditation through adherence to best practices in sterile processing operations.
- Assisted in reducing surgical delays, swiftly addressing any issues related to missing or damaged instruments.
- Achieved consistent quality outcomes, closely following manufacturer guidelines for reprocessing reusable medical devices.
- Fostered effective communication within the team, contributing to a seamless workflow between departments involved in patient care.
- Supported operational excellence by accurately assembling instrument trays according to procedure-specific requirements.
- Wrapped trays, instrument packs, and sets.
- Decontaminated surgical instruments to remove bacteria and other contaminants before sterilization.
- Assessed instruments, equipment, and containers to promote cleanliness and proper functioning.
- Recorded biologicals and test results.
Certified Sterile Processing Technician
Valley Ambulatory Surgery Center
09.2020 - 10.2021
- Collaborated with the surgical team, providing timely delivery of sterile equipment during surgeries.
- Played a crucial role in maintaining Joint Commission accreditation through adherence to best practices in sterile processing operations.
- Assisted in reducing surgical delays, swiftly addressing any issues related to missing or damaged instruments.
- Achieved consistent quality outcomes, closely following manufacturer guidelines for reprocessing reusable medical devices.
- Fostered effective communication within the team, contributing to a seamless workflow between departments involved in patient care.
- Improved patient safety by ensuring all surgical instruments were properly sterilized and assembled.
- Upheld regulatory requirements, diligently performing biological monitoring tests on sterilizers regularly.
- Supported operational excellence by accurately assembling instrument trays according to procedure-specific requirements.
- Promoted a culture of continuous improvement by participating in ongoing training and professional development opportunities.
- Maintained a clean and organized work environment for efficient processing of medical equipment.
- Demonstrated commitment to excellence, consistently meeting or exceeding departmental performance metrics in a fast-paced environment.
- Increased compliance with industry standards through meticulous documentation of all sterilization processes.
- Enhanced department efficiency with thorough inspection and functionality testing of surgical instruments.
- Provided exceptional service to healthcare providers by promptly responding to requests for additional instrumentation or supplies during surgery.
- Followed OSHA, FDA and AAMI guidelines related to sterilization in compliance with administrative regulations.
- Wrapped trays, instrument packs, and sets.
- Corrected instrument sets according to current standards and established count sheets and instrument tracking systems.
- Maintained clean and organized sterile processing areas to prevent contamination of instruments and equipment.
GI Technician
Dupage Medical Group
12.2019 - 09.2020
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans, ensuring optimal patient care.
- Contributed to the improvement of patient satisfaction scores by consistently providing a compassionate and professional care experience.
- Developed strong rapport with patients, easing anxieties surrounding invasive GI procedures.
- Reduced procedure time for colonoscopies by streamlining pre-operative preparations and patient education.
Certified Surgical Technician
Rush Orthopedic Surgical Center
07.2019 - 12.2019
- Demonstrated commitment to patient-centered care by providing empathetic support and assistance to patients in pre-and post-operative settings.
- Expedited patient recovery with accurate wound dressing and diligent post-operative care.
- Improved patient outcomes through continuous education on new surgical techniques and technologies.
- Boosted overall department performance through active participation in quality improvement initiatives focused on enhancing patient care.
Certified Surgical Technician
Northwestern Medicine Valley West Hospital
09.2013 - 07.2019
- Demonstrated commitment to patient-centered care by providing empathetic support and assistance to patients in pre-and post-operative settings.
- Expedited patient recovery with accurate wound dressing and diligent post-operative care.
- Improved patient outcomes through continuous education on new surgical techniques and technologies.
- Boosted overall department performance through active participation in quality improvement initiatives focused on enhancing patient care.
- Ensured smooth operation of surgical equipment through routine inspection, maintenance, and troubleshooting as necessary.
Education
No Degree - Surgical Technology
College of DuPage
Glen Ellyn, IL12-2009
Skills
- Ethics and professionalism
- Tool identification
- Patient confidentiality
- Workload prioritization
- Instrument decontamination
- Sterile storage
- Sterilization techniques
- Instrument tracking systems
- Assembly and packaging
- Surgical instrumentation
- Decontaminating surgical instruments
Certification
- Basic Life Support Certification(BLS) – American Heart Association.
- Certified Registered Central Service Technician (CRCST) - International Association of Healthcare Central Service Materiel Management (IAHCSMM).
Timeline
Certified Sterile Processing Technician
Triage Staffing Inc.
09.2024 - 01.2025
Certified Sterile Processing Technician
Rush Copley Medical Group
05.2024 - 09.2024
Certified Sterile Processing Technician
Aya Healthcare
01.2024 - Current
Certified Sterile Processing Technician
Kendall Pointe Surgery Center
10.2021 - 03.2024
Certified Sterile Processing Technician
Valley Ambulatory Surgery Center
09.2020 - 10.2021
GI Technician
Dupage Medical Group
12.2019 - 09.2020
Certified Surgical Technician
Rush Orthopedic Surgical Center
07.2019 - 12.2019
Certified Surgical Technician
Northwestern Medicine Valley West Hospital
09.2013 - 07.2019
No Degree - Surgical Technology
College of DuPage
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