High-performing Lead Sterile Processing Technician with a proven track record of excellence in leadership, surgical instrumentation, distribution, and patient safety. Known for exceptional customer service and effective communication skills.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Sterile Processing Technician
John Muir Health, Walnut Creek Medical Center
Walnut Creek, CA
02.2019 - Current
Provided technical support during audits conducted by external agencies such as JCAHO and OSHA.
Maintain accurate records of all sterilized items.
Train new staff members regarding sterile processing techniques.
Place facility work orders for down equipment.
Monitored inventory levels of supplies in order to maintain adequate stock at all times.
Participate in quality assurance programs designed to identify areas needing improvement.
Sterile Processing Tech 4/Sterile Processing Tech /Senior Lead Technician
UCSF Medical Center
San Francisco, CA
01.2012 - 12.2019
Maintain effective communication with O.R.Managers, Scheduling Coordinators, Clinical Managers, and SPD leadership to create efficiency between departments.
Create work orders for facilities and vendors.
Enforce the policies, procedures, and regulations of UCSF, OSHA, HIPAA, CDC, JCAHO, and FDA.
Supervised a team of 10 sterile processing technicians to ensure quality standards were met in accordance with regulatory guidelines.
Managed daily operations of the Sterile Processing department, including staffing, scheduling, and asset management.
Implemented new policies and procedures related to sterile processing to increase efficiency and accuracy.
Supervisor/Team Lead
Prism Retail Services
San Jose, CA
01.2005 - 01.2011
Managed and trained a team of 8 to 10 merchandisers
Oversaw project completion for 12 store locations.
Facilitated training for designated team on schematics, planogram setting, merchandising, inventory checks, policies, and procedures.
Created weekly employee assignments and schedules.
Education
Sterile Processing -
Cornerstone College
CA, CA
08.2011
Skills
Certified Instrument Specialist
Certified Registered Central Service Technician
JCAHO compliance
Infection Control
Regulatory Compliance
Technical Documentation
Quality Assurance
Team Collaboration
Team Leadership
Effective Communication
Process improvement strategies
Epic Systems
TDOC asset management
SPM asset management
Workflow management
Employee Scheduling
Continuous Improvement
Financial Reporting Coordination
Budget Planning
Customer Service
Data Analysis
Records Management
Certification
CIS Certified Instrument Specialist #476934
CRST Certified Registered Central Service Technician #476934
Timeline
Sterile Processing Technician
John Muir Health, Walnut Creek Medical Center
02.2019 - Current
Sterile Processing Tech 4/Sterile Processing Tech /Senior Lead Technician
UCSF Medical Center
01.2012 - 12.2019
Supervisor/Team Lead
Prism Retail Services
01.2005 - 01.2011
CIS Certified Instrument Specialist #476934
CRST Certified Registered Central Service Technician #476934
Sterile Processing -
Cornerstone College
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