Kenyata Calvin
Chicago
Summary
Conscientious Certified Sterile Processing Technician known for high productivity and efficiency in task completion. Skilled in instrument sterilization techniques, understanding of microbiology and infection control practices, and adept at operating sterilization equipment. Excel in time management, teamwork, and adaptability to ensure optimal operation of the sterile processing department.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
2013
2013
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified Sterile Processing Technician
STERIS
Chicago
10.2023 - Current
- Clean, sterilize, store, and track surgical instruments and devices used in medical procedures.
- Preparing and packaging the correct instruments for specific procedures
- Distributing and tracking instruments to other locations
- Operate sterile processing washers, sterilizers, ultrasonic and drying cabinets.
- Pulling cases for operating room.
- Answering calls from operating room to coordinate the needs for the case.
- Sterilized surgical instruments using autoclaves and other sterilization methods.
- Adhered to safety protocols and infection control procedures consistently.
- Assisted in training new staff on sterilization techniques and procedures.
- Disassembled contaminated instruments and prepared them for decontamination process.
Education
Dunbar Vocational Career Academy
Chicago, ILSkills
- Instrument tracking
- Sterilization techniques
- Case preparation
- Team collaboration
- Staff training
- Visual inspection
- Chemical handling
- Workload prioritization
- Sterile storage
- Assembly and packaging
- Ethics and professionalism
- Instrument storage
Certification
CRCST
Personal Information
Work Permit: Authorized to work in the US for any employer
Timeline
Certified Sterile Processing Technician
STERIS
10.2023 - Current
Dunbar Vocational Career Academy