Sterile Processing Technician

Camilo R. Valdera

SELMA, NORTH CAROLINA

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Objective:

Seeking a challenging opportunity to be associated with a dynamic progressive organization that will provide growth.

Qualifications Profile:

● Precise and accurate employee with strong work background demonstrating pride in performance and successful task accomplishment.

● Bilingual in English and Spanish.

● Proficient in Microsoft Word.

● Able to adapt and multi-task.

● Self motivated: able to set priorities and meet operational deadlines.

● Proven record of reliability and responsibility.

● Ability to multitask effectively.

● Readily develop rapport with others.

● Excellent Communication skills.

● Certified Central Sterile Processing Technician.

● Basic Life Support Certified.

Work Experience:

Good Samaritan University Hospital August 2023- Present Endoscope Reprocessor

Demonstrates proper antiseptic techniques in manual and mechanical procedures. Ensures that equipment is functioning properly at all times. Detects, reports and initiates repairs/replacements of equipment as required. Responsible for proper storage of endoscopes. Stocks surgical rooms as needed. Ensure that the patients are safe and free from falls. Transport patients within the hospital.

Mount Sinai South Nassau February 2022- August 2023 Endoscopy Technician

Assist physician/nurse with Endoscopic procedures which includes positioning the patient for the procedure and preparing scopes according to the procedure performed. Performs necessary clean up between procedure and room turnover cases in a timely and efficient manner. Restocks equipment in the room according to the procedure room needs. Assist with transport of patients. Reprocess scopes in a timely manner. Nassau University Medical Center April 2021-April 2022 Sterile Processing Technician

Responsible for the decontamination and sterilization of all reusable equipment, instruments, and supplies. Documents with attention to quality control and safety per Infection Control Standards, Universal Precautions, bio hazard and OSHA guidelines. Utilizes all sterilizing monitors and indicators and documents accurately. Performs quality control through routine testing and cleaning to assure sterilization equipment and instruments assuring that it functions properly. Inspect equipment, instruments properly and packaging for cleanliness, defects and/or malfunctions. Knowledge of the facility reporting system. Reports potential patient safety issues.

NYU Winthrop Hospital, Mineola New York April 2018- April 2021 Anesthesia Assistant

Was promoted to Anesthesia Assistant. Cleaned and performs routine maintenance checks on anesthesia machines. Stocked and ordered anesthesia supplies maintained in storage areas and carts. Moves anesthesia machines and equipment’s to locations when needed. Was a liaison between the OR, SPD and Pharmacy department.

Perioperative Assistant

Job responsibilities include: Transport patients to and from bedside according to correct mode transportation as directed, confirms and ensures patient identification, clean and sanitizes operating rooms, organize all instruments trays in the correct area, delivers supplies to and from the operating room and storage room, set up Jackson table when necessary, performs other duties as assigned. Started Sterile Processing Technician duties. School for Language & Communication, Glen Cove, NY - May 2017- April 2018 Janitor

Basic Responsibilities include: sweeping, mopping, stripping and waxing, sanitizing, proper disposal of garbage, providing supplies for teachers, St. Mary’s Hospital for Children, Bayside New York December 2012-April 2017 Environmental Service Associate

Basic responsibilities include: sweeping, mopping, stripping and waxing, sanitizing, ensuring proper disposal of biohazard materials.

Maintained inventory of assigned cleaning supplies for assigned units. Replenished supplies in order to supply quality.

North Shore University Hospital, Manhasset New York April 2000-June 2011 Material Operation Associate

Responsible for stocking and maintaining medical equipment. Monitored quality control system of medical instruments. Exhibited capability in heavy work load and conduct inventory of hospital equipment. Repeatedly commended by patients

Environmental Service Associate

Basic responsibilities include: sweeping, mopping, stripping and waxing, sanitizing, ensuring proper disposal of biohazard materials.

Maintained inventory of assigned cleaning supplies for assigned units. Replenished supplies in order to supply quality.

Educational Background

Nassau Community College/Cuny, Garden City, New York. Presidential Award 2008

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