Akira Guzman
Conyers,GA
Summary
Dedicated Sterile Processing Technician with experience at Piedmont Henry Hospital, skilled in steam sterilization and problem-solving. Enhanced patient safety through meticulous instrument decontamination and effective collaboration with healthcare teams. Recognized for maintaining compliance with safety standards and improving operational efficiency, ensuring timely availability of sterile instruments for surgical procedures.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Sterile Processing Technician
Piedmont Henry Hospital
06.2024 - Current
- Sterilized surgical instruments using steam and chemical methods to ensure compliance with safety standards.
- Maintained accurate records of sterilization processes to support regulatory audits and quality control.
- Collaborated with nursing staff to prioritize instrument availability for scheduled surgical procedures.
- Reduced risk of infections by maintaining a clean and sterile environment within the processing area.
- Enhanced patient safety by ensuring proper sterilization and packaging of medical equipment.
- Assessed instruments, equipment, and containers to promote cleanliness and proper functioning.
- Decontaminated surgical instruments to remove bacteria and other contaminants before sterilization.
- Ensured timely availability of surgical instruments by prioritizing urgent requests and efficiently managing workload.
- Inspected sterile package integrity prior to distribution.
- Demonstrated strong problem-solving skills when troubleshooting issues with autoclaves or other sterilization equipment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness, and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
Patient Safety Monitor
Grady Memorial Hospital
06.2013 - 01.2022
- Monitored patient safety and wellbeing through continuous observation and reporting on vital signs.
- Assisted healthcare staff in identifying potential safety hazards within patient environments.
- Documented incidents and near misses, ensuring compliance with safety protocols and standards.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to implement corrective actions for identified risks.
- Trained new staff on monitoring protocols and emergency response procedures effectively.
- Utilized electronic health record systems to track patient information and communication efficiently.
- Participated in safety meetings, contributing insights for improving overall patient care strategies.
- Reduced incidents of medication errors through diligent observation and communication with medical staff.
- Closely monitored visitors entering the facility, ensuring compliance with infection prevention policies and procedures for added security measures against communicable diseases.
- Facilitated timely interventions by accurately documenting observations and escalating concerns as needed.
- Provided compassionate care and emotional support to patients struggling with mental health challenges, ensuring they received appropriate resources and interventions during their hospital stay.
- Collaborated with nursing staff to monitor high-risk patients, mitigating the risk of adverse events.
- Assisted in reducing patient falls by providing necessary support during ambulation and transfers.
- Maintained a safe environment for patients with cognitive impairments, intervening when necessary to prevent harm.
- Upheld strict adherence to HIPAA regulations, maintaining confidentiality of sensitive patient information at all times.
- Assisted disabled clients to support independence and well-being.
Education
Graduate Certificate - Central Sterile Processing Technician
Atlanta Technical College
Atlanta, GA05-2024
Skills
- Steam sterilization
- Decontaminating surgical instruments
- High-level disinfection
- Decontamination procedures
- Sterilization procedures
- Assembling case carts
- Manual cleaning
- Sterile storage
- Instrumentation knowledge
- Instrument inspection
- Problem-solving
- Attention to detail
- Critical thinking
- Certified registered central service technician (CRCST)
Certification
- Certified Central Sterile Processing Technician by HSPA
Timeline
Sterile Processing Technician
Piedmont Henry Hospital
06.2024 - Current
Patient Safety Monitor
Grady Memorial Hospital
06.2013 - 01.2022
Graduate Certificate - Central Sterile Processing Technician
Atlanta Technical College