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Bernard Sanford

Philadelphia,PA

Summary

Newley Sterile Processing Technician with years of experience in healthcare. Good communication skills, a strong attention to detail and a superior work ethic. Looking for a permanent role in a fast-paced environment.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience

Work History

Behavioral Technician Safety Assistant 2

Penn Medicine
West Chester, PA
10.2023 - Current
  • Assisted in the development of individualized behavior plans for clients.
  • Facilitated group therapy sessions with clients and families.
  • Provided one-on-one support to clients in order to improve social skills, communication, and problem solving.
  • Monitored client progress and documented data on a daily basis.
  • Conducted assessments of client needs and abilities.
  • Developed positive relationships with clients and their families to ensure successful treatment outcomes.
  • Utilized Applied Behavior Analysis principles to guide interventions for behavioral issues.
  • Implemented evidence-based interventions that targeted specific behaviors or skill deficits.
  • Collaborated with other professionals to provide comprehensive care for each client's unique needs.
  • Ensured safety of all individuals at the facility by following established protocols and procedures.
  • Observed client interactions with peers and provided feedback as needed.
  • Maintained accurate records of all services rendered according to agency policies and guidelines.

Behavioral Health Technician

CFG Residential
Camden, NJ
06.2023 - 10.2023
  • Documented behavioral incidents to keep accurate records.
  • Documented patient behavior, interventions completed and patient response to interventions.
  • Completed patient reports daily and submitted to management for evaluation.
  • Established and maintained professional working relationships with clients, staff and public.
  • Identified behaviors associated with substance abuse and recognized signs of being under influence of alcohol or drugs.
  • Planned and implemented safe interventions consistent with treatment goals.
  • Educated clients on important life skills, housekeeping and food preparation.
  • Completed daily client rounds and tracked client movements.
  • Assisted with execution of client activities, support groups and field trips.
  • Assisted in examination and treatment of patients under direction of nursing staff.
  • Performed searches of resident belongings prior to admissions and throughout stays.

Direct Support Professional

Community Explorers Day Services
Philadelphia, PA
02.2023 - 05.2023
  • Provided direct care to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, fostering activities of daily living.
  • Maintained clean and well-organized environment for client happiness and safety.
  • Supervised medication administration, personal hygiene and other activities of daily living.
  • Followed care plan and directions to administer medications.
  • Assisted individuals in learning and developing new skills.
  • Assisted individuals in development of social skills to become integrated in community.
  • Tracked and reported clients' progress based on observations and conversations.
  • Accompanied or transported clients to appointments, errands and social activities.

Patient Care Technician

University of Pennsylvania
Philadelphia, PA
07.2011 - 10.2022
  • Obtained patient vital signs and reported results to staff nurse or physician to identify changes from prior measurements.
  • Responded to bell or light signal calls to assist patients with needs.
  • Performed variety of delegated basic patient care services to support nursing functions and activities of daily living.
  • Documented patient intake and dietary requirements and aided with feeding and monitoring.
  • Assisted with patient admissions, discharges and transfers.
  • Promoted patient satisfaction by assisting with bathing, dressing and exercising.
  • Delivered outstanding patient care based on physical, psychological, educational and related criteria.
  • Recorded patient conditions and vital signs before and after medical operations.
  • Identified and reported observations and clinical symptoms to appropriate healthcare professionals, driving timely intervention.
  • Transported patients to other areas of hospital in wheelchairs and gurneys for tests, treatments and therapies.
  • Collected biological specimens and packaged for laboratory transport to complete diagnostic tests.

Mental Health Technician

Community Council
Philadelphia, PA
09.2005 - 10.2008
  • Engaged clients in therapeutic groups to promote coping skills, education and life skills.
  • Provided excellent service to patients through personable communication.
  • Documented observations, interventions and concerns in patient charts and electronic systems, sustaining continuum of care from admission through to discharge.
  • Tracked client movement on and off unit by documenting times and destinations.
  • Documented patient interactions in compliance with HIPAA requirements.
  • Modeled appropriate communication and problem-solving skills in crisis situations involving patients, family or staff.
  • Identified and addressed individual mental health challenges to support patients.
  • Used thermometers or blood pressure gauges to take and record measures of patients' physical condition.
  • Conducted or assisted in treatment and rehabilitation of mental health patients by performing basic assessment procedures.
  • Verified patient health history and contact information for chart accuracy.
  • Monitored patients' well-being and reported changes or unusual behavior or physical illness to medical staff.
  • Restrained violent or suicidal patients using approved verbal or physical techniques.
  • Aided patients in performing activities of daily living.
  • Encouraged patients to develop interpersonal skills and engage in social interactions or other therapeutic activities.
  • Influenced patients' behavior with interaction, counseling or instruction.

Education

Certificate - Sterile Processing Technician

Next Generation Processing
Philadelphia, PA
06-2024

High School Diploma -

Simon Gratz High School
Philadelphia, PA
06.1993

Skills

  • Conflict Resolution
  • Client Transportation
  • ADL support
  • Activity monitoring
  • Workflow Optimization
  • Quality assurance procedures
  • Personal Protective Equipment
  • Equipment Sterilization
  • Medical terminology knowledge
  • Chemical Handling
  • Computerized tracking
  • Sterilization procedures
  • Instrument Sterilization
  • Decontamination and sanitation
  • Case cart assembly
  • Diagnostic Testing
  • Infection Control
  • Quality Control
  • Aseptic technique
  • Assembling packages
  • Decontamination procedures
  • Pulling case carts
  • Assembly and packaging
  • Preventive Maintenance
  • Supply Replenishment
  • Delivering equipment
  • Sterilization techniques
  • Ordering Supplies
  • Equipment testing

Timeline

Behavioral Technician Safety Assistant 2

Penn Medicine
10.2023 - Current

Behavioral Health Technician

CFG Residential
06.2023 - 10.2023

Direct Support Professional

Community Explorers Day Services
02.2023 - 05.2023

Patient Care Technician

University of Pennsylvania
07.2011 - 10.2022

Mental Health Technician

Community Council
09.2005 - 10.2008

Certificate - Sterile Processing Technician

Next Generation Processing

High School Diploma -

Simon Gratz High School

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