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Joshua Lopez

Paterson,NJ

Summary

Detail-oriented Sterile Processing Technician with over 5 years of related experience. Excellent verbal and written communication skills with hardworking and diligent nature.

Experienced in assembling carts and selecting instruments and supplies for procedures. Competent in performing and documenting test results, restocking supplies and managing records. Focused on working quickly and accurately to maintain efficient facility operations.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Central Sterile Processing Technician

Harrison Endo Surgical Center
05.2023 - Current
  • Sterilized surgical instruments using advanced sterilization techniques to ensure patient safety.
  • Maintained inventory of sterile supplies, facilitating efficient workflow and reducing downtime.
  • Implemented quality control measures to enhance the accuracy of sterilization processes.

Central Sterile Processing Technician

St Joeseph Hospital
05.2020 - 08.2022
  • Wrapped trays, instrument packs and sets.
  • Identified parameters and sterilization method required for each item to be sterilized.
  • Ordered and restocked supplies for decontamination and surgical areas.
  • Inspected sterile package integrity prior to distribution.
  • Verified and maintained proper documents and records for sterilization.
  • Labeled, organized and located inventory items in staging areas or on shelves according to quantity, size, or type of material.
  • Collaborated with purchasing and production to maintain levels of quality and on-hand inventory.
  • Multi-tasked to keep all assigned projects running effectively and efficiently.
  • Reviewed completed orders for quality and accuracy.

Central Sterile Processing Technician

St. Joseph’s Wayne Hospital
12.2017 - 05.2020
  • Gathered and set up equipment, tools and supplies and arrange instruments according to surgeons' preferences or instruction.

Education

High School Diploma -

Clifton High School
Clifton, NJ

Certification -

C.S.P.T Exam

Skills

Sterilization procedures

  • Sterilization techniques
  • Instrument inspection
  • Processing instruments
  • Workstation organization
  • OSHA regulations compliance
  • Tray preparation
  • Teamwork and collaboration

Recording biologicals

Decontaminating surgical instruments

Assembling case carts

Case cart assembly

Additional Information

  • Processed trays such as: Orthopedic loaner trays, Laparoscopic trays, Cardiovascular, Hysterectomy, Breast, Pediatric, Podiatry, Myringotomy, Eye trays, Minor/Major trays
  • Operated in compliance with established procedures and proper sterilization methods including several high level disinfecting ultrasonic washers, steam autoclaves, sterrad, and liquid basedwasher/disinfectors.
  • Operation and loading of sterilizers (Steam and Sterrad), assuring Biological and Bowie Dick test are correctly performed, incubated, read and recorded.
  • Maintained a clean and safe environment while following all personal protective equipment standards, standard precautions, and infection control practices.
  • Maintained sterilization records and reviewed regularly for accuracy.
  • Reprocessed endoscopes using proper procedures and protocols.
  • Properly handled and tested Ortho-phthalaldehyde (OPA), and other enzymes and disinfectants used during the decontamination process
  • Learned bar code scanning and computer systems
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office

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I look forward to any opportunity to discuss the position and what I can do for your company. I believe my vision and values align with the hospital and that I'd be an excellent fit for your organization. Thank you for your time in reviewing my resume.

Personal Information

Title: Certified Central Sterile Processing

Timeline

Central Sterile Processing Technician

Harrison Endo Surgical Center
05.2023 - Current

Central Sterile Processing Technician

St Joeseph Hospital
05.2020 - 08.2022

Central Sterile Processing Technician

St. Joseph’s Wayne Hospital
12.2017 - 05.2020

High School Diploma -

Clifton High School

Certification -

C.S.P.T Exam
Joshua Lopez