Gerardo Santiago
Georgetown,TX
Summary
Methodical professional with an organized approach and good multitasking skills. Experienced in decontaminating, sterilizing and testing medical instruments. Friendly and positive team player with good planning and problem-solving abilities.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Sterile Processing Technician Volunteer Work
Veterans Affairs Medical Center
San Juan , PR
05.2014 - 08.2016
- Gathered and prepared instruments and surgical supplies.
- Prepared trays, instrument packs and surgical sets.
- Inspected instruments for cleanliness, proper function and breakage by viewing instruments before assembly.
- Packaged instruments into peel pouches and properly labeled pouches.
- Sorted incompatible sets of instruments, trays and medical equipment.
- Distributed sterile and non-sterile supplies and medical equipment upon request or case cart requisition.
- Monitored expired sterilization dates and rotated stock to minimize processing.
- Conducted daily rounds to collect equipment for processing and distributed equipment throughout facility to maintain required levels.
- Reported defective equipment to appropriate supervisors or staff.
- Cleaned instruments to prepare for sterilization.
Education
Surgical Technician - Surgical Technology
Instituto De Banca Y Comercio - San Juan
San Juan, PR07-2012
Skills
- Instrument Sterilization
- Computerized tracking
- Diagnostic Testing
- Decontamination and sanitation
- Sterilization procedures
- Case cart assembly
- Quality Control
Certification
- BLS Certification
Languages
English
Full Professional
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
Accomplishments
- Owner of Pets In Black Grooming Founded and manage a successful pet grooming business, overseeing all aspects of operations, including scheduling, staff management, and customer relations. Ensured high-quality care and service standards, resulting in a 100% increase in customer satisfaction and repeat business.
Affiliations
- like to go hike.
- gym
- read various articles and books
Timeline
Sterile Processing Technician Volunteer Work
Veterans Affairs Medical Center
05.2014 - 08.2016
Surgical Technician - Surgical Technology
Instituto De Banca Y Comercio - San Juan
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