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Sterile Processing Regulatory Compliance

Location:
Los Angeles, CA
Posted:
July 27, 2025

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Mike Schaefer

*** ***** **** **

Space **

San Bernardino

CA 92410

909-***-****

************@******.***

June 30, 2017

Dear Hiring Manager,

I'm applying for a position at your company. Based on the posted description, I'm confident that I am fully qualified for the position and will be a strong addition to your team. I would appreciate a job interview at your earliest convenience. Please find my resume attached.

I can be reached at the number above or at my email address.

Sincerely,

Mike Schaefer

Mike Schaefer

494 South Macy St Space 78 San Bernardino CA 92410

909-***-**** • ************@******.***

Professional Summary

Highly organized and results-driven Materials Manager / Director of facilities with 22+ years of experience in managing surgical center supply chains, inventory systems, procurement, vendor relations, and compliance within healthcare facilities. Proven ability to improve efficiency, reduce costs, and ensure uninterrupted availability of critical surgical supplies. Skilled in regulatory compliance, sterile processing, and cross-functional leadership

Key Qualifications

Over 23 Years surgical and Acute hospital experience.

Certified sterile Processing Technician

Healthcare sterile processing association (HSPA)

Ortho Coordinator

Surgical Supply Chain Management

Operating Room Inventory Control

Vendor Contract Negotiation

Staff Supervision & Training

Budgeting & Cost Reduction

Sterile Processing Oversight

Regulatory Compliance (OSHA, The Joint Commission, CMS)

ERP/Inventory Systems (e.g., Lawson, McKesson, SAP)

CAPEX & Procurement Strategy

Materials Management Information Systems (MMIS)

Manager

Primier Out Patient Surgery Center May 2019 to Present

Materials Manger / Director of facilities

Manage procurement and inventory of all surgical supplies, implants, and pharmaceuticals across 4 ORs and 2 procedure rooms.

Coordinate vendor contracts and negotiate pricing to reduce supply costs by 12% annually.

Lead a team of 5 supply technicians and central sterile staff; implement training to ensure compliance with infection control standards.

Maintain accurate stock levels using MMIS and ERP tools, avoiding surgical case delays due to backorders or stockouts.

Collaborate with OR Nurse Manager and Administrator to forecast supply needs and align with surgical case volumes.

Oversee day-to-day operations of the physical plant including HVAC, plumbing, fire/life safety, security, and environmental services for a multi-specialty ASC.

Ensure facility meets all federal, state, and accreditation standards; led successful Joint Commission and AAAHC surveys with zero deficiencies.

Develop and manage annual facility budget of $1.2M, reducing utility costs by 15% through energy-efficient upgrades.

Coordinate vendor contracts, maintenance schedules, and service level agreements to maximize uptime and compliance.

Lead EOC Committee and maintain documentation for emergency preparedness and safety drills.

Redlands Community Hospital May 2006 to April 2019

Central Processing and Distribution

●Manager Central Processing and Distribution 2010-Present

●Orthopedic Coordinator 2007-2010

●Surgical Technologist 2006-2009

Riverside Community Hospital 2004-2006

Surgical Technologist

●Scrubbed multiple specialties

●Urology Co-coordinator 2005-2006

Arrowhead Regional Medical Center 2003-2005

Sterile Processing Technician

●All aspects of sterile Processing related to instruments and scope cleaning,maintenance, and care

Business Management

Master Certificate In Business Management

Management Skills &Leadership Development Course

Surgical Technology

American College of Health Professinals

● Graduated Summa Cum Laude with 4.0 GPA

Central Processing Technology

Certificate of completion February 16th 2017

Diploma April 2005

Diploma April,29th,2004

American College of Health professionals Certificate of Completion

● Graduated Summa Cum Lauda 4.0GPA

References

Available upon request.



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