Destiny Logan
Philadelphia
Summary
Sterile Processing Technician with solid background in decontamination, assembly, inspection and sterilization of surgical instruments. Possess strong knowledge of infection control standards and regulations. Skilled at maintaining accurate records for tracking purposes, ensuring all tools are accounted for and properly functioning. Contributed to improved patient safety by adhering to strict sterilization protocols in previous roles.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Sterile Processing Technician
Penn Medicine ISC
Philadelphia
01.2025 - Current
- Inspected and tested instruments after cleaning to ensure all particles were removed prior to sterilization.
- Performed decontamination of medical instruments and equipment to prepare for sterilization.
- Ensured compliance with safety guidelines in accordance with OSHA regulations.
- Recorded results of biological and diagnostic tests.
- Operated steam sterilizers/sterrad, washer-disinfectors, ultrasonic cleaners, dry heat ovens, and other related equipment.
Externship: Sterile Processing Technician
Penn Medicine
Philadelphia
09.2024 - 11.2024
- Performed decontamination of medical instruments and equipment to prepare for sterilization.
- Maintained accurate records of all sterilized items, including item number, date, time, type of sterilizer used, and operator initials.
- Validated the sterility of processed instruments by performing biological and chemical testing.
- Inspected and tested instruments after cleaning to ensure all particles were removed prior to sterilization.
- Operated steam sterilizers, washer-disinfectors, ultrasonic cleaners, dry heat ovens, and other related equipment.
Direct Support Professional
Merakey Allegheny Valley School
Philadelphia
09.2022 - 09.2024
- Medication Administration: Ensured accurate dispensing and management of medication, adhering to health protocols.
- Mobility and Ambulation Assistance: Aided in client mobility, fostering independence and physical health.
- Personal Care and Hygiene: Maintained high standards of hygiene in personal care, aligning with sterile processing principles.
- Social and Communication Skills Development: Encouraged social interactions, vital for understanding patient needs in a clinical setting.
- Daily Living Skills Training: Instilled independence in clients through daily living tasks, reflecting procedural diligence.
Home Health Aide
Home Helpers
Lansdale
02.2019 - 06.2021
- Client Care: Delivered comprehensive care, including medication management and personal hygiene, crucial for sterile environments.
- Lifestyle Assistance: Assisted in lifestyle management, demonstrating organizational skills.
- Personal Care Empathy: Showed empathy in personal care, a valuable trait for patient-centered sterile processing roles.
- Client Safety: Prioritizing safety, a key aspect in sterile processing to avoid contamination and ensure patient safety.
Dietary Aide
Rydal Park Retirement Community
Jenkintown
11.2018 - 12.2019
- Nutritional Support: Supported meal preparation, relevant to understanding sterilization procedures for kitchenware.
- Dining Area Management: Ensured cleanliness in dining areas, parallel to maintaining sterile environment in healthcare.
- Resident Interaction: Providing social engagement, important for developing patient rapport in clinical settings.
- Teamwork: Collaborated effectively, a crucial skill for working in team-oriented sterile processing departments.
Education
Certificate Of Completion - Sterile Processing Technician
Aseptic Technical Solution
Darby, PA05-2023
High School Diploma -
Martin Luther King High School
Philadelphia, PA06-2018
Skills
- Medication Management
- Sterilization Techniques
- Empathetic Patient Care
- Customer Service
- Hygiene & Cleanliness
- Team Collaboration
- Patient Care Coordination
- Client Safety
- Excellent Communication
- Client documentation
- Nutritional Support
- OSHA Compliance
Certification
- Certified Registered Central Service Technician ( CRCST )
Timeline
Sterile Processing Technician
Penn Medicine ISC
01.2025 - Current
Externship: Sterile Processing Technician
Penn Medicine
09.2024 - 11.2024
Direct Support Professional
Merakey Allegheny Valley School
09.2022 - 09.2024
Home Health Aide
Home Helpers
02.2019 - 06.2021
Dietary Aide
Rydal Park Retirement Community
11.2018 - 12.2019
Certificate Of Completion - Sterile Processing Technician
Aseptic Technical Solution
High School Diploma -
Martin Luther King High School