TAMARA OCKIMEY
Email: **********@*****.***
Folcroft, PA 19032
Mobile: 267-***-****
SUMMARY
Certified and registered central processing technician and supervisor with
several years of diverse experience. My work goals are to work efficiently,
maintain accountability, and consistently meet department standards. My work
ethic and expertise in this field will be able to provide a high level of
productivity.
WORK EXPERIENCE
Thomas Jefferson University Philadelphia, PA
Central Processing Technician Supervisor (June 2023- January 2024)
* Duties below in addition to the following:
i. Coordinated activities and communication between central processing
and operating room(s) to ensure required supply and instruments have
been provided.
ii. Monitored areas of the department for quality control, problem
resolution, and production efficiency.
iii. Assisted in determining departmental supply needs and facilitation of
distribution.
iv. Assisted in training employees on proper procedures and instrument
identification.
v. Scheduled and supervised staff in each area on a daily basis to provide
efficiency.
vi. Served as a resource person for departmental needs to prevent delays
in patient care.
Thomas Jefferson University Philadelphia, PA
Central Processing Technician (May 3, 2005- June 2023)
* Maintains current knowledge of Sterile Processing, regulations, and protocols
according to AORN, AAMI, FDA, CDC, etc.
* Follows all sterilization procedures.
Effectively meets goals with very minimal error.
* Processes surgical instruments for decontamination, assembly, and storage.
¢ Successfully interacts with teammates, to ensure quality of work and patient
safety.
* Offers mentorship to newer technicians when needed.
SKILLS
* Knowledge of sterilization procedures
* Proficient in Abacus: Computerized Tracking of Surgical Instruments
* Decontamination of surgical instruments
* Assembly of case carts
* Detail oriented
Time management
* Excellent verbal and written communication
¢ Ability to work with limited supervision.
CERTIFICATIONS
¢ IAHCSMM Certified Philadelphia, PA (March 2005)
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