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RODNEY YOUNG

10820 Antigua Terrace Apt 203 Rockville

Summary

Qualified Sterile Processing Technician with solid background in sterile processing and infection control. Successfully managed instrument sterilization processes and ensured highest standards of cleanliness in clinical settings. Demonstrated expertise in decontamination procedures and compliance with regulatory guidelines.

Overview

2027
2027
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Sterile Processing Technician

Walter Reed Army Medical Center
Bethesda, MD
12.2025 - Current
  • Sterilized surgical instruments using autoclaves and ultrasonic cleaners to ensure compliance with safety protocols.
  • Inspected and processed medical equipment for cleanliness and functionality prior to use in clinical settings.
  • Collaborated with healthcare teams to ensure timely delivery of sterilized items for surgical procedures.
  • Decontaminated surgical instruments to remove bacteria and other contaminants before sterilization.
  • Ensured timely availability of surgical instruments by prioritizing urgent requests and efficiently managing workload.

Sabbatical

-
Rockville, MD
12.2024 - 12.2025
  • Military family relocation

Sterile Processing Technician

Avenue Planners Corp / Brooke Army Medical Center
San Antonio, TX
04.2022 - 09.2024
  • 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.
  • Wrapped trays, instrument packs, and sets.
  • Verified and maintained proper documents and records for sterilization.
  • Followed OSHA, FDA and AAMI guidelines related to sterilization in compliance with administrative regulations.

Sabbatical

-
San Antonio, TX
2021 - 2022
  • Military family relocation

Administrative Support Staff Member

Vesa Health & Technology
Okinawa, Japan
04.2019 - 04.2021
  • Collected and reviewed pertinent documents associated with assigned projects.
  • Promoted productivity by handling schedules and correspondence.

Sabbatical

-
Okinawa, Japan
2018 - 2019
  • Military family relocation

Sterile Processing Technician

Sentara Healthcare (Level I Trauma Center)
Norfolk, VA
05.2017 - 05.2018
  • Decontaminated all used instruments and equipment according to departmental policy and the manufactures recommendations while adhering to OSHA guidelines for employee safety.
  • Decontaminated, reprocessed and maintained flexible endoscopes
  • Assembled and delivered surgical and interventional procedure case carts
  • Assembled and prepared trays and instrument sets.
  • Received sterilized trays, sets, and equipment from the sterilizer; check for integrity of sterilization; stocked and properly stored sterile items in sterile storage room
  • Operated and maintained autoclaves, keeping records of loads completed, items in loads, and maintenance procedures.

Full Time Student

University of Wisconsin-Green Bay
Norfolk, VA
2015 - 2017
  • Conducted research and analysis to support academic projects and presentations.

Sabbatical

-
Norfolk, VA
2014 - 2015

MIlitary family relocation

Full-Time Student

Forida State College at Jacksonville
Jacksonville, FL
2012 - 2014
  • Conducted educational studies

Hospital Corpsman (Endoscopy Technician)

United States Navy
San Diego, CA
08.2009 - 05.2012
  • Monitored patient temperature, blood pressure, and respiration.
  • Supported diagnostic efforts by collecting specimens from patients.
  • Kept endoscopic instruments cleaned, disinfected, and calibrated.

Aviation Records Administrator

United States Navy
Lemoore, CA
04.2007 - 08.2009
  • Maintained and updated files and databases associated with aviation records to ensure that associated documentation is complete and accurate
  • Audited historical records for airframes, power plants or modules that are to be repaired or overhauled

Education

Associate of Arts - General

Florida State College At Jacksonville
Jacksonville, FL
05-2015

Skills

  • Steam sterilization
  • Decontaminating surgical instruments
  • High-level disinfection
  • Equipment testing
  • Recording biologicals
  • Computerized tracking
  • Assembling case carts

Certification

Basic Life Support (BLS), American Red Cross

Expires: May 2027

Certified Registered Central Service Technician (CRSCT)

Expires: August 2026

Timeline

Sterile Processing Technician

Walter Reed Army Medical Center
12.2025 - Current

Sabbatical

-
12.2024 - 12.2025

Sterile Processing Technician

Avenue Planners Corp / Brooke Army Medical Center
04.2022 - 09.2024

Administrative Support Staff Member

Vesa Health & Technology
04.2019 - 04.2021

Sterile Processing Technician

Sentara Healthcare (Level I Trauma Center)
05.2017 - 05.2018

Hospital Corpsman (Endoscopy Technician)

United States Navy
08.2009 - 05.2012

Aviation Records Administrator

United States Navy
04.2007 - 08.2009

Sabbatical

-
2021 - 2022

Sabbatical

-
2018 - 2019

Full Time Student

University of Wisconsin-Green Bay
2015 - 2017

Sabbatical

-
2014 - 2015

Full-Time Student

Forida State College at Jacksonville
2012 - 2014

Associate of Arts - General

Florida State College At Jacksonville
RODNEY YOUNG