Shalini Poonam Kumar
Shift Coordinator, Sterile Scineces
Auckland
Summary
An efficient, knowledgeable and trained Sterile Sciences technician with a work experience of 8 years at the ADHB. I have managed the loans team for a year and currently in the role of a shift coordinator SSS. This has enhanced my administrative skills as well as negotiation / communication with the theatre staff and external vendors for creating provision to have the best services delivered to the customers. I have acquired a good understanding of safety and quality output whilst leading our SSD Team at ADHB. I am looking for a new challenge which will enhance my problem solving skills and allow me to continue to develop my knowledge and potential. In addition, I handle team needs with forward-thinking strategies and strong focus on daily requirements. I am a well-coordinated planner successful at coordinating schedules and workflows to meet business demands. I also have a superior work ethic combined with resourceful and upbeat nature.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
7
7
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Shift Coordinator
ADHB SSS
12.2021 - Current
- Responsible for completion of required processes in SSS for delivery of quality services
- Leading the SSS team to achieve best results by managing staff requirements each shift and supporting staff physically, mentally and emotionally
- Ensuring appropriate handover communication at each change of shift
- Organising and managing timely delivery of services to both internal and external customers
- Ensuring adequate and compliant quality control processes relative to infection control and sterilisation standards
- Identifying unsafe practice and reporting to the appropriate authorities
- Accountable for ensuring SSS technicians maintain a clean, tidy and safe work area at all times.
- Resolved customer complaints and issues and offered thoughtful solutions to maintain customer satisfaction.
- Optimized resource allocation to ensure all tasks were completed in a timely manner without compromising quality.
- Assisted management in identifying areas of improvement within the facility, leading to increased productivity and overall success.
- Maintained clean and well-organized production areas to avoid violations or unnecessary work delays due to hazards or inefficient layouts.
- Evaluated ongoing employee training requirements based on observed performance gaps and coordinated the delivery of necessary training programs to address identified needs.
Sterile Sciences Technician
ADHB SSS
03.2015 - 09.2021
- Cleaning, assembly, packaging and sterilisation of RMDs
- Liaising with vendors for Loan kits for scheduled surgeries
- Adequate documentation of processes and equipment involved in the reprocessing of RMDs
- Liaising with theatres and charge nurses for change in procedures and rescheduling of cases
- Effectively communicating with Internal & External Customers as well as staff and colleagues in SSS.
General Practitioner
Suva Private Hospital
01.2012 - 01.2015
- Clinical assessment and treatment of patients.
Tutor
Fiji School of Medicine
01.2012 - 01.2015
- Teaching clinical skills and curriculum for first three years for MBBS.
Medical Officer
Various Health Centres
01.2004 - 01.2012
- Clinical assessment and treatment of patients
- Health promotion and education for communities.
Education
MBBS, Graduate from Fiji School of Medicine -
Fiji School of Medicine
01.1998 - 05.2003
NZSSA Certification, Certificate in Sterilizing Technology, Level 3 -
Open Polytechnic
01.2018 - 03.2019
New Zealand Diploma in Sterilizing Technology (Level 5) -
Toi Ohomai Institute of Technology
01.2022 - 06.2022
Skills
Managing/Leading a team
Sterile Science Operations
Quality Control
Troubleshooting
Stock/Inventory control
Attention to detail
Team Player
Approachable
Flexible
Dedicated
Honest
Realistic
Reliable
Able to work under stress and have attention to detail
Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office
Possess analytical and problem solving skills, with the ability to make well thought out decisions
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Trustworthy, discreet and ethical Resourceful in the completion of projects and effective at multi-tasking
Motivational Leadership
Staff Development
Interpersonal Relations
Workplace Safety
Time Management
Analytical Thinking
References
- Kapuna Tukalevu, Dispatch and Loans area Lead, KapunaT@adhb.govt.nz
- Jiss Kurian, Sterile Sciences Instrument Maint & Ctrl Tech, JissK@adhb.govt.nz
Timeline
New Zealand Diploma in Sterilizing Technology (Level 5) -
Toi Ohomai Institute of Technology
01.2022 - 06.2022
Shift Coordinator
ADHB SSS
12.2021 - Current
NZSSA Certification, Certificate in Sterilizing Technology, Level 3 -
Open Polytechnic
01.2018 - 03.2019
Sterile Sciences Technician
ADHB SSS
03.2015 - 09.2021
General Practitioner
Suva Private Hospital
01.2012 - 01.2015
Tutor
Fiji School of Medicine
01.2012 - 01.2015
Medical Officer
Various Health Centres
01.2004 - 01.2012
MBBS, Graduate from Fiji School of Medicine -
Fiji School of Medicine
01.1998 - 05.2003