Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
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Jonathan L. Swift

Baton Rouge

Summary

Detail-oriented and certified Sterile Processing Technician with experience ensuring surgical instruments and medical equipment are decontaminated, sterilized, and prepared to the highest safety standards. Successful completion of apprenticeship program at Our Lady of the Lake Hospital. I am skilled in following infection control protocols, using sterilization equipment, maintaining accurate records, and supporting surgical teams in high-pressure environments. Committed to patient safety and operational efficiency.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Sterile Processing Technician

Franciscan Missionaries of Our Lady Hospital
01.2025 - Current
  • Decontaminate, inspect, and assemble surgical instruments following strict safety and sterilization standards.
  • Operate autoclaves, ultrasonic cleaners, and other sterilization equipment per manufacturer and facility guidelines.
  • Maintain accurate records of sterilization cycles, biological testing, and equipment maintenance.
  • Support surgical teams by ensuring timely availability of sterile instruments and supplies.
  • Monitor inventory levels and request restocking to prevent shortages.
  • Assisted in the cleaning, sterilization, and packaging of surgical instruments under supervision.
  • Learned best practices for infection prevention and compliance with AAMI standards.
  • Shadowed senior technicians in handling emergency and high-priority surgical cases.

Parts Manager

Quantix Liquid Transportation
12.2021 - 05.2024
  • Managed parts inventory and coordinate with drivers and mechanics for equipment needs.
  • Oversaw shipping/receiving, work orders, and purchasing operations.
  • Maintained accurate inventory logs and ensured timely part distribution.
  • Operation and installation of transfer pumps, relief valves and compressed air systems.

Engineering Technician I / Lab Technician

Louisiana Department of Transportation & Development
07.2016 - 07.2017
  • Conducted soil sample testing and analysis to support highway and infrastructure projects.
  • Operated lab equipment for compression and moisture content testing.

Syrup / Lab Technician

Coca-Cola Bottling Co.
03.2009 - 11.2012
  • Operated filling machines and blended concentrate for beverage production.
  • Tested water and product samples to ensure compliance with quality standards.
  • Maintained and calibrated lab instruments; performed routine quality control checks.
  • Followed strict safety and cleanliness protocols in a fast-paced production environment.
  • Contributed to process improvements and collaborated with production teams.

IT Equipment Operator I

Louisiana Department of Social Services
06.2008 - 03.2009
  • Operated industrial printers, mailing systems, and managed postal logistics.
  • Ensured timely delivery and receipt of interoffice and statewide mail.

Education

High School Diploma -

Second Chance Academy
Baton Rouge, LA
05.1997

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Franciscan Missionaries of Our Lady University
Baton Rouge, LA

Skills

  • Instrument decontamination & sterilization
  • Autoclave & sterilizer operation
  • Inventory management & tracking
  • Tray assembly & quality assurance
  • Infection prevention & control protocols
  • Medical terminology & surgical procedures
  • Regulatory compliance (AAMI, CDC, OSHA)
  • Team collaboration & communication

Certification

  • Certified Registered Central Service Technician (CRCST) – HSPA (formerly IAHCSMM) – 2025
  • AHA Basic Life Support (BLS) – Baton Rouge, LA
  • We R CPR Certification – Baton Rouge, LA
  • TWIC
  • OSHA
  • Fire watch

Affiliations

Member, Healthcare Sterile Processing Association (HSPA)

Timeline

Sterile Processing Technician

Franciscan Missionaries of Our Lady Hospital
01.2025 - Current

Parts Manager

Quantix Liquid Transportation
12.2021 - 05.2024

Engineering Technician I / Lab Technician

Louisiana Department of Transportation & Development
07.2016 - 07.2017

Syrup / Lab Technician

Coca-Cola Bottling Co.
03.2009 - 11.2012

IT Equipment Operator I

Louisiana Department of Social Services
06.2008 - 03.2009

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Franciscan Missionaries of Our Lady University

High School Diploma -

Second Chance Academy
Jonathan L. Swift