Endoscopic/Video Specialist

Terlotta Sharp

Springfield, VA *****

*************@*****.*** 443-***-****

WORK EXPERIENCE

Onsite Endoscopic Specialist

Karl Storz - Baltimore, MD

Daily maintenance and management of KARL STORZ products

Maintain the instrument sets so that they are always in good working order and ready for use; keep repairs and replacement equipment expenses within a predetermined budget for the account; preventative maintenance on all KARL STORZ devices; troubleshoot video and instrument issues in the O.R.; inspection of the instruments and documentation of their functionality. Training and education for the OR and supporting departments. Designing process improvements to improve efficiencies and reduce repair costs. Tasks will vary depending on the agreement with the account and will generally include:

Video tower / system set-up and support,

Inspection, repair, troubleshooting and replacement of KARL STORZ devices

Monitoring, reporting and facilitating repair/ exchange transactions.

Transporting, cleaning/sterilization and packaging of instruments after use

FIELD SERVICE TECHNICIAN

Steris - Mentor, OH - December 2014 to August 2016

Acts Trusted Advisor to Steris Customers in maintenance and procurement of medical devices and consumable products as part of a high performing team. Drive an exceptional Customer experience by providing on-site preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, repair, equipment modification and installation support on complex mechanical, electro-mechanical and electronic units in a high stress healthcare environment. Utilize advance technology to complete administrative requirements, aid in troubleshooting issues and improve the overall Customer experience. Provide superior Customer service by pro-actively interacting, communicating, and exhibits professionalism with Customers at all times.

ANESTHESIA TECHNOLOGIST

Virginia Hospital Center - Arlington, VA - February 2014 to December 2014

Assist Anesthesia Doctor and Nurses by utilizing aseptic techniques during surgery and various intubation procedures. Troubleshoot Anesthesia Machine, decontaminate scopes. Assist in the care of patients from birth to geriatrics by providing technical care in addition to basic personal care, as well as maintaining the unit and the patient room in a neat and orderly fashion. Complies with the rules of delegation and is responsible and accountable for tasks delegated to him/her alone by the Patient Care Director or Clinical Coordinator.

CERTIFIED LEAD CSR TECHNOLOGIST

Mary Washington Healthcare - April 2013 to May 2014

Responsible to decontaminate correctly all types of instrumentation (general, special, power, endoscopic instrumentation) Performs tray assembling accurately by following the right count sheets. Loading and operating of all sterilizers and other equipment with accurate verification and proper documentation of the sterilizing processes. Storing,sterile supplies, instruments, and equipment in the proper locations after processing. Pull case carts accurately and delivers them to OR within an adequate time for case setup .Responds promptly and positively to all customer requests. Performs other duties and responsibilities appropriate and in accordance with the protocols established by the regulatory agencies (AORN, JCAHO,AAMI, and OSHA).

LEAD STERILE PROCESSING TECHNICIAN

Stamford Hospital - Stamford, CT - November 2009 to February 2013

Assists Dept. Manager in education employees and monitoring their competency. Assembles, cleans, and

prepares soiled instruments and supplies for reprocessing; following standard precautions & demonstrating

safety conscious use of appropriate equipment and supplies. Correctly organizes, checks for function, and

assembles all instruments using appropriate count sheets and documentation for monitoring quality. Performed

appropriate method of sterilization, correct labeling and proper packaging techniques for all products to be

sterilize. Safely performs and correctly load and operate all sterilizers used in Sterile Processing while paying

attention to parameters documentation needed for sterilization processes. Maintain department inventories of

sterile instruments and supplies safely and cost effectively. Responsible of informing the Manager and passing

appropriate information to next shift Supervisor and /or Lead Technician of problems or issues in a timely

manner.

911 Dispatcher

Bethel Police Department - Bethel, CT - April 2008 to October 2008

Uses a computer-aided dispatch system .Receives emergency calls from pubic requesting police, fire, medical

or other emergency services. Determines the nature and location of the emergency; determines priorities, and

dispatch police, fire, ambulance or other emergency units as necessary and in accordance with established

procedures .

CERTIFIED STERILE PROCESSING TECHNICIAN

Bridgeport Hospital - Bridgeport, CT - March 2007 to March 2008

Perform manual cleaning and decontamination process of all instruments prior to sterilization. Efficiently putting

upsets while ensuring accuracy, proper functioning, processing, storage and usage according to scheduled

and anticipated demand. Performs the sterilization procedure in a timely and accurate manner ensuring more

attention to all documentation requirements. Accurately run the Biological and chemical tests, interprets and

records the resultsin an appropriate logs, and responsible of carrying out the Recall Procedure in the event of

a positive biological test. Performed and executed the case cart picking function using proper pick sheets and

adherence to standard set up, quality assurance and timely delivery of end product. Responsible of processing

customer requests with a accuracy in an efficient and courteous manner. Manages information received or

required during the daily course of activities.

CERTIFIED STERILE PROCESSING TECHNICIAN

St Vincent's Medical Center - Bridgeport, CT - October 2005 to March 2007

Manage and perform decontamination process to prevent transference of organisms to the prep area and

pack area observed by shift supervisor. Efficiently provides appropriate instrumentation for surgical procedures

ensuring accuracy, proper functioning, processing, storage and usage according to scheduled and anticipated

demand. Performs the sterilization procedure in a timely and accurate manner ensuring more attention to all

documentation requirements. Demonstrates ability to manage and execute the case cart picking function using

proper

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