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Carla Franco Herrera

Surgical Technician
Fredericksburg ,Virginia

Summary

Detail-oriented Sterile Processing Technician with over [Number] years of related experience. Excellent verbal and written communication skills with hardworking and diligent nature. Experienced in assembling carts and selecting instruments and supplies for procedures. Competent in performing and documenting test results, restocking supplies and managing records. Focused on working quickly and accurately to maintain efficient facility operations. 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. Disciplined Medical Equipment Preparer bringing proven experience at orchestrating sterile and organized medical settings to benefit patients and health care workers. Quick thinking and meticulously clean problem solver. Listens and asks questions to confirm accurate and complete communication. Knowledgeable [Job Title] with [Number] years of experience in setting up operating rooms, preparing patients and handling wide range of instruments and equipment during procedures. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Enthusiastic [Job Title] eager to contribute to team success through hard work, attention to detail and excellent organizational skills. Clear understanding of [Task] and training in [Skill]. Motivated to learn, grow and excel in [Industry]. Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level [Job Title] position. Ready to help team achieve company goals. Reliable employee seeking [Job Title] position. Offering excellent communication and good judgment. Experienced [Job Title] with over [Number] years of experience in [Industry]. Excellent reputation for resolving problems and improving customer satisfaction.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience
2
2
years of post-secondary education
3
3
Certificates
2
2
Languages

Work History

Sterile Processing Technician

US Army
Fort Belvoir, VA
11.2020 - 05.2022
  • Ordered and restocked supplies for decontamination and surgical areas.
  • Picked instruments and supplies for surgeries.
  • Assessed instruments, equipment and containers to promote cleanliness and proper functioning.
  • Documented patient charges for use of supplies and procedure trays.
  • Inspected sterile package integrity prior to distribution.
  • Recorded biologicals and test results.
  • Corrected instrument sets according to current standards and established count sheets and instrument tracking systems.
  • Wrapped trays, instrument packs and sets.
  • Verified and maintained proper documents and records for sterilization.
  • Identified parameters and sterilization method required for each item to be sterilized.
  • Gathered and set up equipment, tools and supplies and arrange instruments according to surgeons' preferences or instruction.
  • Anticipated surgeons needs and handed instruments and supplies to surgeons during procedures.
  • Prepared instruments for terminal sterilization and reset surgical suites for next procedure.
  • Created unobstructive operative fields by using retractors, sponges and suction and irrigating equipment.
  • Controlled bleeding during procedures by applying hemostatic clamps, suture ligatures and electrocautery equipment.
  • Operated, adjusted and monitored diagnostic equipment and other machines used during procedures.
  • Created safe operating environments for invasive and non-invasive procedures.

Surgical Technologist

US Army
Fort Belvoir, VA
09.2018 - 10.2020
  • Delivered exemplary assistance and support to surgeons during general, gynecological, orthopedic, neurological and plastic surgery procedures.
  • Managed operating room setup by cleaning and sterilizing instruments and surfaces, maintaining supply inventories and organizing surgical tools.
  • Worked with vendors for speedy procurement of services and equipment.
  • Sterilized instruments and disposed of medical supplies and waste following OSHA guidelines.
  • Maintained daily workflow, coordinating with operating room staff to prepare for scheduled and emergency cases.
  • Supported surgeons during cosmetic surgeries, gynecological and orthopedic procedures and general appointments.
  • Projected best-in-class care standards by achieving training initiatives for new surgical team members and aligning [Type] procedures for optimal efficiency.
  • Setup operating and surgery rooms by preparing equipment and supplies for upcoming procedures.
  • Created and maintained unobstructed operative fields using diverse range of tools.
  • Introduced new staff members to training protocols regarding operating room procedures, infection control, safety standards and overall facility policies.
  • Maintained high infection control standards.
  • Evaluated procedure needs and set up equipment, tools, supplies and instruments.
  • Decontaminated, cleaned, assembled, packaged, sterilized, stored and distributed reusable surgical instrumentation and equipment.
  • Operated, adjusted and monitored diagnostic equipment and other machines used during procedures.

Education

Bachelor of Science - General Studies

American Military University
Virginia
01.2021 - Current

Associate Degree - Surgical Tehcnologist

Us Army
Fort Sam Huston
02.2018 - 07.2018

Skills

Sterilization procedures

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Software

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Microsoft PowerPoint

Certification

SPT - Sterile Processing Technician

Timeline

Bachelor of Science - General Studies

American Military University
01.2021 - Current

Sterile Processing Technician

US Army
11.2020 - 05.2022

Surgical Technologist

US Army
09.2018 - 10.2020

Associate Degree - Surgical Tehcnologist

Us Army
02.2018 - 07.2018
Carla Franco HerreraSurgical Technician