Blake Furnari
Howell,MI
Summary
I am a highly organized and proactive Certified Sterile Processing Technician looking for a new employment path for myself. I would like to use my current skills to get back into the biomed field or something equivalent to that.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Sterile Processing Technician 2
Michigan Medicine
02.2022 - Current
- Assemble trays on the clean side for the next days surgeries.
- Decontaminated surgical instruments to remove bacteria and other contaminants before sterilization.
- Assessed instruments, equipment, and containers to promote cleanliness and proper functioning.
- Wrapped trays, instrument packs, and sets.
- Recorded biologicals and test results.
- Inspected sterile package integrity prior to distribution.
- Followed OSHA, FDA and AAMI guidelines related to sterilization in compliance with administrative regulations.
- Liaised between medical staff and medical equipment vendors.
- Identified parameters and sterilization method required for each item to be sterilized.
- Operated specialized equipment using steam, gas and chemical methods to sterilize equipment.
- Handled and disposed of sharps, biohazards and other hazardous materials in accordance with established protocols.
- Tested sterilization equipment by performing regular checks and maintenance to keep instruments in working order.
- Picked instruments and supplies for surgeries.
Sterile Processing Technician 2
Michigan Medicine
08.2014 - 02.2022
- Liaised between medical staff and medical equipment vendors.
- Identified parameters and sterilization method required for each item to be sterilized.
- Operated specialized equipment using steam, gas and chemical methods to sterilize equipment.
- Handled and disposed of sharps, biohazards and other hazardous materials in accordance with established protocols.
- Tested sterilization equipment by performing regular checks and maintenance to keep instruments in working order.
- Picked instruments and supplies for surgeries.
- Decontaminated surgical instruments to remove bacteria and other contaminants before sterilization.
- Assessed instruments, equipment, and containers to promote cleanliness and proper functioning.
- Wrapped trays, instrument packs, and sets.
- Maintained clean and organized sterile processing areas to prevent contamination of instruments and equipment.
- Recorded biologicals and test results.
- Inspected sterile package integrity prior to distribution.
- Followed OSHA, FDA and AAMI guidelines related to sterilization in compliance with administrative regulations.
Truck Team Member
JCPenney
03.2014 - 08.2014
- Unpackaged inventory off of the truck two days a week.
- Loaded in the inventory onto hanging racks to put on the floor.
- Put the clothes and other accessories on to the JcPenny floor.
- Collaborated with the other truck team staff to make sure everything was put into the correct locations.
Materials Transporter
St. Joseph Mercy Hospital
03.2010 - 08.2014
- Collected laboratory specimens, dropped off at laboratories and picked up test results.
- Collaborated with other medical staff to achieve high level of patient safety and care.
- Wiped down equipment with proper cleaning products after each patient transport to reduce instances of infection.
- Kept patient information and records secure by using private hospital databases and withholding information from outside sources.
- Cleaned, sanitized and moved hospital equipment.
- Installed bed extensions when nursing staff called for it.
- Delivered Alaris pumps to the patients rooms when called for.
- Dispatcher to the nursing staff
Biomedical Engineering Technician
DaVita Dialysis Corporation
01.2013 - 05.2013
- Diagnosed malfunctioning equipment and ordered parts to repair or replace non working ones.
- Recorded data, analyzed test results and kept meticulous reports, using [Software] and [Software].
- Coordinated projects and activities to sustain team member health in orbit by assessing medical hardware failures and implementing real-time troubleshooting.
- Inspected laboratory and manufacturing equipment and immediately sent non-working devices out for repair.
- Replaced the dialysis chemicals when needed.
- Completed Preventative Maintenance on each dialysis machine when needed.
- Collaborated with nursing staff in each clinic i trained at. Rochester Hills and Detroit
Education
Certificate - Sterile Processing Tech
CBSPD
Lebanon, NJ07.2013
Associate of Applied Science - Biomedical Engineering
Schoolcraft College
Livonia, MI12.2011
Skills
- Highly motivated individual
- Organized for any kind of work
- Communicates very well to other medical staff employees
- Highly motivated teamwork member
- Pays attention to detail
- Time management
- Positive attitude
- Flexibility to do multiple jobs at the same time
Accomplishments
Making a Difference Award from Michigan Medicine (March 3rd, 2023)
Timeline
Sterile Processing Technician 2
Michigan Medicine
02.2022 - Current
Sterile Processing Technician 2
Michigan Medicine
08.2014 - 02.2022
Truck Team Member
JCPenney
03.2014 - 08.2014
Biomedical Engineering Technician
DaVita Dialysis Corporation
01.2013 - 05.2013
Materials Transporter
St. Joseph Mercy Hospital
03.2010 - 08.2014
Certificate - Sterile Processing Tech
CBSPD
Associate of Applied Science - Biomedical Engineering
Schoolcraft College
Similar Profiles
Rebecca OverholtRebecca Overholt
Patient Services Intermediate-Heart Catheterization Scheduler at Michigan MedicinePatient Services Intermediate-Heart Catheterization Scheduler at Michigan Medicine
Karley Bodis, RNKarley Bodis, RN
Patient Care Technician at Michigan MedicinePatient Care Technician at Michigan Medicine
Lori ErrerLori Errer
Pharmacy Tech Specialist Senior at Michigan MedicinePharmacy Tech Specialist Senior at Michigan Medicine
Annaliese FranklinAnnaliese Franklin
Ophthalmic Technician Novice 12 week training program at Michigan MedicineOphthalmic Technician Novice 12 week training program at Michigan Medicine
Melissa S. StellerMelissa S. Steller
Administrative Director, Women’s Services and Gynecologic Oncology at University of Michigan Health-SparrowAdministrative Director, Women’s Services and Gynecologic Oncology at University of Michigan Health-Sparrow