JOSE ANTONIO PADILLA
Lomita,CA
Summary
Approached each day and unique challenges with enthusiasm, patience and humor. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy. Detail-oriented Sterile Processing Technician with over 15 years of related experience. Excellent verbal and written communication skills with hardworking and diligent nature. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Meticulous technician with extensive experience in equipment. Skilled in sterilizing, testing and monitoring medical equipment with strong understanding of infection control practices. Responsible and committed to providing safe and reliable medical equipment to healthcare professionals.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
CENTRAL EQUIPMENT TECH 2
Long Beach Memorial Medical Center
09.1996 - Current
- Decontaminated surgical instruments to remove bacteria and other contaminants before sterilization.
- Operated specialized equipment using steam, gas and chemical methods to sterilize equipment.
- Wrapped trays, instrument packs, and sets.
- Followed OSHA, FDA and AAMI guidelines related to sterilization in compliance with administrative regulations.
- Recorded biologicals and test results.
- Inspected sterile package integrity prior to distribution.
- Maintained clean and organized sterile processing areas to prevent contamination of instruments and equipment.
- Tested sterilization equipment by performing regular checks and maintenance to keep instruments in working order.
- Verified and maintained proper documents and records for sterilization.
- Corrected instrument sets according to current standards and established count sheets and instrument tracking systems.
- Assessed instruments, equipment, and containers to promote cleanliness and proper functioning.
- Provided support to medical staff in resolving medical equipment problems.
- Troubleshot medical equipment malfunctions and reported issues to appropriate personnel.
- Collaborated with medical staff to confirm availability of medical equipment for patient care.
- Evaluated medical equipment and recommended upgrades when necessary.
- Distribute durable medical equipment throughout the hospital
- Place special requested orders for Vents / Beds.
- Check preventive maintenance for medical equipment.
- Retrieve urgent device corrections and biomedical equipment recalls.
Skills
- Work and Task Assignment
- Equipment Setup
- Friendly, Positive Attitude
- Equipment Maintenance
- De-Escalation Techniques
- Sterilization Procedures
- Decontamination Procedures
- Supply Replenishment
- Decontaminating Surgical Instruments
- Instrument Sterilization
Timeline
CENTRAL EQUIPMENT TECH 2
Long Beach Memorial Medical Center
09.1996 - Current