Clarence Luff
Pittsburgh,Pennsylvania
Summary
Detail-oriented Sterile Processing Technician with over Number years of related experience. Excellent verbal and written communication skills with hardworking and diligent nature.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Security Officer
Metro One Loss Prevention Services
06.2025 - Current
- Monitored premises to ensure safety and security of property and personnel.
- Responded promptly to alarms and disturbances, implementing appropriate protocols.
- Conducted regular patrols to identify potential security risks or breaches.
- Documented incidents and prepared reports for review by management.
- Provided support during emergency situations, ensuring adherence to safety procedures.
- Collaborated with team members to enhance overall operational efficiency and response times.
- Engaged with visitors and staff, promoting a welcoming yet secure atmosphere.
- Provided excellent customer service while addressing visitor inquiries or concerns related to facility safety or access control procedures.
- Prevented unauthorized access to facilities by enforcing strict entry protocols and verifying identification.
- Maintained a safe environment for employees and visitors through continuous risk assessment and threat analysis.
- Checked and verified photo identification prior to granting facility access.
- Checked identification of persons entering and exiting facility to eliminate unauthorized visitors.
- Oversaw daily monitoring and patrolled buildings, grounds, and work sites.
- Monitored and authorized entrance and departure of vehicles, cargo trucks, and visitors.
Security Officer
Allied Universal Security Services
10.2024 - 06.2025
- Greeted guests professionally and courteously to cultivate welcoming atmosphere while making safety top priority.
- Acted quickly during emergency situations to reduce opportunity for damage and injury.
- Patrolled and monitored premises in company vehicle, on bicycle, and by foot.
- Reported suspicious activities and persons to law enforcement.
- Wrote detailed reports on property damage, theft, presence of unauthorized persons and unusual incidences.
- Improved overall security by conducting regular patrols and monitoring surveillance systems.
- Responded effectively to emergencies or disturbances, prioritizing the safety of personnel while minimizing property damage or loss.
- Executed security rules and procedures and calmly and promptly escorted non-compliant individuals out of building.
- Trained new Security Officers in company policies, ensuring consistent knowledge across the team and adherence to established procedures.
- Remained calm, assertive, and mindful to think critically and problem solve during stressful situations.
Sterile Processing Technician
UPMC Presbyterian Shadyside
11.2021 - 09.2024
- Processed and sterilized surgical instruments using advanced sterilization techniques to ensure compliance with health standards.
- Operated and maintained sterilization equipment, ensuring optimal functionality and adherence to safety protocols.
- Trained new staff on sterile processing procedures, enhancing team efficiency and knowledge retention.
- Collaborated with surgical teams to provide timely support for instrument availability during procedures, ensuring operational readiness.
- Wrapped trays, instrument packs, and sets.
- Supported surgical teams effectively by preparing instrument trays according to procedure requirements.
- Followed OSHA, FDA and AAMI guidelines related to sterilization in compliance with administrative regulations.
- 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.
Sterile Processing Technician
Allegheny General Hospital
08.2018 - 11.2021
- Implemented quality control checks for sterilization processes, improving accuracy and reducing errors in instrument preparation.
- Conducted regular audits of sterilization practices, identifying areas for improvement and implementing corrective actions effectively.
- Tested sterilization equipment by performing regular checks and maintenance to keep instruments in working order.
- Enhanced patient safety by ensuring proper sterilization and packaging of medical equipment.
- Verified and maintained proper documents and records for sterilization.
- Demonstrated strong problem-solving skills when troubleshooting issues with autoclaves or other sterilization equipment.
- Corrected instrument sets according to current standards and established count sheets and instrument tracking systems.
- Maintained clean and organized sterile processing areas to prevent contamination of instruments and equipment.
- Recorded biologicals and test results.
- Picked instruments and supplies for surgeries.
Security Officer
Pal American Security
04.2015 - 08.2018
- Assisted in enforcing regulations and policies to maintain a secure environment.
- Screened individuals and prevented passage of prohibited articles into restricted areas.
- Protected facility and property guests by regularly circulating premises and monitoring surveillance feeds.
- Managed access control systems efficiently, ensuring accurate records of employee badges for restricted areas were maintained at all times.
- Conducted thorough investigations into security incidents, documenting findings, and recommending appropriate actions.
- Reduced incident response times by implementing efficient emergency procedures and collaborating with local law enforcement agencies.
- Completed full building and grounds patrols to spot and investigate concerns.
- Responded quickly to incidents and assessed active situations for security concerns.
- Responded quickly to emergency situations to assess and deflect issues.
- Secured premises and personnel by patrolling property and monitoring surveillance equipment.
- Answered alarms, investigated disturbances, and contacted law enforcement personnel to escalate crises.
- Worked independently and collaboratively to resolve urgent issues to protect lives and property.
Education
Associate Degree In Criminal Justice - Criminal Justice
Kaplan Career Institute
Pittsburgh, PA09.2009
GED - General
Connelly Technician Institute
Pittsburgh, PA03.1993
Skills
- Tool Sterilizing
- Assembling Case Carts
- Equipment and Instrument Sterilizatoin
- Wrapping Procedures
- Active Listening
- Decontamination and Sanitation
- Decontaminating Surgical Instruments
- Sterilizer Operation
- Assembling Packages
- Instrument Inspection
- Picking Instruments
Timeline
Security Officer
Metro One Loss Prevention Services
06.2025 - Current
Security Officer
Allied Universal Security Services
10.2024 - 06.2025
Sterile Processing Technician
UPMC Presbyterian Shadyside
11.2021 - 09.2024
Sterile Processing Technician
Allegheny General Hospital
08.2018 - 11.2021
Security Officer
Pal American Security
04.2015 - 08.2018
Associate Degree In Criminal Justice - Criminal Justice
Kaplan Career Institute
GED - General
Connelly Technician Institute
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