Kate Griffith
Medical Device Reprocessor
Renfrew,ON
Summary
Systematic professional with exceptional organizational, planning and multitasking abilities. Specializing in decontaminating and sterilizing instruments for use in medical procedures. Positive and upbeat with a team-oriented attitude.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
year of post-secondary education
Work History
MDR Technician- Casual
Carleton Place & District Memorial Hospital
Carleton Place, ON
11.2021 - Current
- Reprocessed Pentax endoscopes/video scope systems using Steris Machine (AER)
- Standard Sterilization of instruments using Autoclave
- Organized work to meet demanding production goals.
- Identified parameters and sterilization method required for each item to be sterilized.
- Corrected instrument sets according to current standards and established count sheets and instrument tracking systems.
- Verified and maintained proper documents and records for sterilization.
- Assessed instruments, equipment, and containers to promote cleanliness and proper functioning.
- Wrapped trays, instrument packs, and sets.
- Recorded biologicals and test results.
- Decontaminated surgical instruments to remove bacteria and other contaminants before sterilization.
- Tested sterilization equipment by performing regular checks and maintenance to keep instruments in working order.
- Operated specialized equipment using steam, gas and chemical methods to sterilize equipment.
- Responded to equipment malfunctions by troubleshooting and repairing broken and malfunctioning equipment.
- Handled and disposed of sharps, biohazards and other hazardous materials in accordance with established protocols.
- Ordered and restocked supplies for decontamination and surgical areas.
- Maintained clean and organized sterile processing areas to prevent contamination of instruments and equipment.
- Provided support to medical staff in resolving medical equipment problems.
- Assisted with development and coordination of medical equipment inventories.
- Monitored inventory levels to keep all medical equipment properly stocked.
Event Coordinator
Exquisite Decor Event Rentals
Renfrew, ON
09.2021 - Current
- Consulted with customers to determine objectives and requirements for events.
- Helped customers navigate choices between services with support for questions such as terms, pricing, and availability.
- Set up appointments with potential and current customers to promote new products and services.
- Loaded and unloaded machines, ironed pieces
- Set up wash and dry cycles with appropriate settings such as spin speed, temperature, and cleaning argents
- Verified incoming products and checked delivery totals to keep system records current and accurate.
- Completed daily cycle counts to maintain accuracy of records.
Education
Certificate in Medical Device Reprocessing - Medicine
09.2020 - 05.2021
Skills
Sterilization procedures
Recording biologicals
Completing diagnostic tests
Managing materials
Assembling case carts
Picking instruments
Decontaminating surgical instruments
Case cart assembly
Affiliations
MRDAO
Olympus Continuum
Member of MDRAO
A proud member of the MDRAO
Timeline
MDR Technician- Casual - Carleton Place & District Memorial Hospital
11.2021 - Current
Event Coordinator - Exquisite Decor Event Rentals
09.2021 - Current
Algonquin College - Certificate in Medical Device Reprocessing, Medicine
09.2020 - 05.2021