Travel Sterile processing technician HLD Endo LEAD - Lahey Hospital Massachusetts - Boston, MA
(2025-05)
- Supervise and train other HLD technicians.
- Ensure all HLD procedures and policies are followed consistently.
- Manage the daily workflow and task assignments for the team.
- Decontamination and Cleaning: Performing manual and automated cleaning of flexible and rigid endoscopes and accessories.
- Disinfection and Sterilization: Using appropriate techniques and automated endoscope reprocessors (AERs) to ensure scopes are safe for reuse.
- Inspection and Testing: Conducting leak testing and routine inspections to verify equipment functionality.
- Protocol Adherence: Following manufacturer's instructions (IFUs) and guidelines from bodies like the Association for the Advancement of Medical Instrumentation (AAMI), the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), and professional organizations.
- Documentation: Maintaining accurate logs and records of all reprocessing activities and equipment maintenance.
- Quality Assurance: Performing checks to ensure compliance with regulatory and internal quality standards.
- Inventory Management: Managing the inventory of endoscopes and reprocessing supplies.
- Equipment Maintenance: Monitoring equipment, troubleshooting minor issues, and coordinating repairs.
- Infection Control: Implementing and following strict infection control policies to prevent contamination.
Travel Sterile Processing Technician - NSMC Salem Hospital - Salem, MA
(2023-03 - 2025-04)
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency and effectiveness of department operations
- Adhered to all regulatory requirements related to central sterile processing activities (e.g., OSHA, CDC)
- Responded promptly to urgent requests for instrument reprocessing from healthcare providers
- Maintained accurate records of processed items, including tracking expiration dates and lot numbers
- Decontaminated and sterilized surgical instruments, equipment, and supplies according to established protocols
- Assembled instrument trays and sets for surgical procedures, ensuring accuracy and completeness
- Inspected instruments for damage or defects, promptly reporting any issues to the supervisor
- Operated autoclaves, ultrasonic cleaners, and other sterilization equipment in compliance with safety guidelines
- Managed inventory levels by monitoring stock levels and notifying appropriate personnel when supplies needed replenishment
- Followed infection control practices to prevent cross-contamination during processing activities
Supervisor Sterile Processing Technician - Northwell Hospital mount kisco - New York, NY
(2012-09 - 2023-02)
- Oversee all aspects of sterile processing, including decontamination, cleaning, assembly, packaging, sterilization, and storage.
- Provide direction, support, and training to sterile processing technicians to ensure they follow proper protocols.
- Plan and organize work schedules, handle staffing issues, and ensure adequate personnel for all tasks.
- Clean instruments to prepare them for sterilization.
- Examine equipment to detect leaks, worn or loose parts, or other indications of disrepair.
- Start equipment and observe gauges and equipment operation to detect malfunctions and to ensure equipment is operating to prescribe standards.
- Help recruit, train, and evaluate employees
- Communicate with operating room staff to provide instruments
- Respond to emergency supply requests during surgical procedures
- Ensure that sterilizers are functioning proper
