Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
References
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Samantha Dobler

Katherine,Australia

Summary

Results-driven Sterilisation Technician with extensive experience at Maitland Private Hospital, recognized for exceptional organizational and teamwork abilities. Understanding of AS/NZS 4187 sterilisation standards, combined with a strong aptitude for multitasking and cultural sensitivity. Proven success in enhancing infection control procedures, leading to notable improvements in equipment sterilisation and distribution efficiency. Committed to upholding safety standards and implementing innovative strategies to boost patient safety.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Sterilisation Technician

Maitland Private Hospital
02.2024 - 12.2024
  • Disassembling, decontaminating, inspection, reassembling, packaging separate instruments, wrapping and sterilising
  • Communicating and collaborating with staff to ensure all priorities have been met
  • Daily testing, monitoring and validation requirements
  • Operating and documenting machinery operational requirements
  • Maintaining a clean and hygienic environment to facilitate the control of infection in the CSD
  • Ensuring sterilising practice standards AS/NZS 4187 (AS 5369)
  • Daily experience with Sterrad Sterilisation
  • Basic knowledge of Endoscopes
  • Storing, maintaining and distribution of sterile surgical equipment

Sterilisation Technician

Newcastle Eye Hospital
01.2023 - 01.2024
  • Disassembling, cleaning, inspection, reassembling, packaging and wrapping sets and separates, sterilising of all instruments for theatre and clinical areas
  • Prioritising instruments
  • Daily testing, monitoring and validation requirements
  • Operating and documenting machinery operational requirements
  • Ensuring high standards of infection control
  • Ensuring sterilising practice standards AS/NZS 4187
  • Storing and distribution of sterile stock

Home Manager/Full-time Mother

01.2014 - 01.2023
  • Superior time management skills by balancing several tasks at the same time, often in a short period of time
  • In the workplace I have the skills to work under pressure and make sure deadlines are met
  • Efficient planning skills through the coordinating of schooling and day care appointments and the day to day running of a busy family
  • Adept problem-solving skills through finding resolutions for the multitude of problems that arise
  • In the workplace I have the skills to problem solve, whether that be fixing complications that arise in daily operations or applying these skills to mediate disagreements
  • Proficient people management skills through experience in negotiating with children, settling conflicts and providing guidance in the right direction
  • Creative skills through experience in being able to come up with innovative and imaginative ideas to adapt to situations on the spot
  • Calm under pressure and the ability to be resourceful in times of crisis
  • Adept at dealing with unplanned challenges and emergencies

Administrative Assistant

Spotless
12.2012 - 12.2013
  • All administration duties, including handling incoming and outgoing correspondence via email, phone calls and memo’s, transferring data for maintenance reports and forms, greeted visitors and provided information and assistance, liaising with contractors and RAAF personnel, staff time sheets, organising travel and accommodation and general housekeeping

Assistant in Nursing

Garrawarra Centre
04.2010 - 09.2012
  • Respectfully assisted residents with their hygiene needs, showering, continence aids, toileting
  • Patiently assisted residents to mobilise safely with the use of wheelchairs and walkers
  • Competently provided residents with assistance for their specific dietary requirements
  • Receptively provided holistic care to residents and promoted care, welfare, safety and security
  • Respectfully assisted all residents with activities of daily living in a caring manner
  • Provided support in an acute environment using a palliative approach
  • Conversant and complied with WHS policies and procedures and ensured all documents were accurately completed
  • Effectively managed disruptive, dangerous and violent situations by deescalating anxious and hostile behaviours
  • Communicated effectively with people with limited English or impaired communication skills

Education

Certificate 3 in Sterilisation Services -

TAFE NSW
01.2023

Certificate 3 in Pathology Collection -

AHPTS
01.2014

Certificate 3 Health Services Assistance -

Worktrain Pty Ltd
01.2011

Certificate 3 in Aged Care -

Worktrain Pty Ltd
01.2011

Skills

  • Excellent written and verbal skills
  • Punctual
  • Dependable
  • Reliable
  • Culturally sensitive
  • Ability to work both in a team environment and individually
  • Collaborative professionals
  • Ability to multitask
  • Organized
  • Efficient
  • Responsive manner

Certification

  • Provide First Aid - HLTAID009, HLTAID010, HLTAID011
  • Responsible Service of Alcohol SITSS00071

References

  • Ann Browne, CSD Manager, Maitland Private Hospital, 49312387
  • Kim Mcgrorey, CSD Supervisor and character reference, Maitland Private Hospital, 0429 347 356

Timeline

Sterilisation Technician

Maitland Private Hospital
02.2024 - 12.2024

Sterilisation Technician

Newcastle Eye Hospital
01.2023 - 01.2024

Home Manager/Full-time Mother

01.2014 - 01.2023

Administrative Assistant

Spotless
12.2012 - 12.2013

Assistant in Nursing

Garrawarra Centre
04.2010 - 09.2012

Certificate 3 in Sterilisation Services -

TAFE NSW

Certificate 3 in Pathology Collection -

AHPTS

Certificate 3 Health Services Assistance -

Worktrain Pty Ltd

Certificate 3 in Aged Care -

Worktrain Pty Ltd
Samantha Dobler