Abraham Martinez
Certified Sterile Processing Technician
Tampa,FL
Summary
Systematic professional with exceptional organizational, planning and multitasking abilities. Specializing in decontaminating and sterilizing instruments for use in medical procedures. Positive and upbeat with a team-oriented attitude.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
2
2
Certifications
Work History
Certified Sterile Processing Technician
Moffitt Cancer Hospital
05.2023 - Current
- Contributed to cost savings initiatives by optimizing resource utilization and minimizing waste in daily operations.
- Improved patient safety by ensuring all surgical instruments were properly sterilized and assembled.
- Upheld regulatory requirements, diligently performing biological monitoring tests on sterilizers regularly.
- Advocated for workplace safety measures, proactively identifying potential hazards and taking appropriate corrective actions as necessary.
- Assured instrument availability by managing inventory and promptly restocking supplies as needed.
- Enhanced department efficiency with thorough inspection and functionality testing of surgical instruments.
- Played a crucial role in maintaining Joint Commission accreditation through adherence to best practices in sterile processing operations.
- Followed OSHA, FDA and AAMI guidelines related to sterilization in compliance with administrative regulations.
Sterile Processing Technician II
Tahoe Forest Hospital
9 2019 - 04.2023
- Certified Central Services Technician
- Inspect and sterilize Colonoscopies, EGD, Bronchoscope, ECRP equipment.
- Readied instruments for sterilization procedures and completed decontamination protocols.
- Recorded results of biological and diagnostic tests.
- Set up equipment, tools and supplies needed for procedures and organize instruments as directed in surgeons' preference cards.
- Adhere to local and national standards of compliance in the execution of duties.
- Isolate surgical count sheets with Alma Sac; Surgical counts sheet holders and ensure that quality assurance cards are used to distinguish sterile from non-sterile instrument sets at all times.
Dietary Aide
Tahoe Forest Hospital
12.2015 - 09.2019
- Helped with meal prep for daily meals, following strict sanitation and food handling guidelines
- Reported and documented resident changes in consumption or behaviors.
- Conducted nutritional assessments of individuals, including dietary histories to plan nutritional programs.
- Offered alternative menu choices to meet diet prescription guidelines while enabling clients to receive optimal food preferences.
- Received, stored and distributed food and supplies promptly, checking orders for accuracy.
Crew Chief
Portillo's
11.2013 - 11.2015
- Adhered to company requirements and compliance regulations by utilizing continuous team evaluations.
- Counted cash on hand at shift change and closing to determine shortages or overages and prepare bank deposit statements.
- Complied with company safety procedures, policies and regulations to promote safe working environment.
- Assisted general manager with operations game plan and company initiatives implementation.
- Coached team members on food safety and sanitation processes, customer service, menu education and up-selling techniques to drive revenue.
Medical Records Clerk
Behavioral Health Associates
05.2014 - 07.2014
- Maintained complete confidentiality in accordance with organization and legal requirements.
- Purged outdated files.
- Obtained information by contacting appropriate personnel or patients.
- Consolidated diverse medical records.
- Verified, updated and entered patient information into system.
Shift Supervisor
SUBWAY®Restaurants
01.2012 - 10.2013
- Conducted inventory counts by assessing current state of inventory integrity against target accuracy levels and tracking variances.
- Collaborated with staff to maximize customer satisfaction, streamline procedures and improve bottom-line profitability.
- Managed shifts in absence of store manager to deliver excellent customer service while promoting sales.
- Coordinated ordering, receiving merchandise, pricing and stocking to maintain appropriate product levels on shelves.
- Greeted and encouraged feedback from customers to implement in-store operational changes.
Education
Associate of Arts -
Harper College
Schaumburg, IL 05.2010 - 01.2012
High School Diploma -
Schaumburg High School
Schaumburg, IL 08.2006 - 01.2010
Skills
- Decontamination and sanitation
- Chemical Handling
- Waste disposal
- Patient confidentiality
- Surgical Instrument Knowledge
- Team Supervision
- Staff development
- Healthcare
- Aseptic and sterilization techniques
- Disposing of biohazardous waste
- Preparing Case Cards
- Diagnostic testing
- Decontamination and sanitation
Certification
Certified Health Leader
Languages
Spanish
English
Timeline
Certified Health Leader
12-2023
Certified Sterile Processing Technician
Moffitt Cancer Hospital
05.2023 - Current
Certified Registered Central Service Technician
01-2020
Dietary Aide
Tahoe Forest Hospital
12.2015 - 09.2019
Medical Records Clerk
Behavioral Health Associates
05.2014 - 07.2014
Crew Chief
Portillo's
11.2013 - 11.2015
Shift Supervisor
SUBWAY®Restaurants
01.2012 - 10.2013
Associate of Arts -
Harper College
05.2010 - 01.2012
High School Diploma -
Schaumburg High School
08.2006 - 01.2010
Sterile Processing Technician II
Tahoe Forest Hospital
9 2019 - 04.2023
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