Laura Trevino

Medical Supply Technician

Brooke Army Medical Center

San Antonio, TX

10.2008 - Current

Performed decontamination of medical instruments and equipment to prepare for sterilization.
Maintained accurate records of all sterilized items, including item number, date, time, type of sterilizer used, and operator initials.
Validated the sterility of processed instruments by performing biological and chemical testing.
Inspected and tested instruments after cleaning to ensure all particles were removed prior to sterilization.
Assembled instrument trays according to established protocols using aseptic technique.
Ensured compliance with safety guidelines in accordance with OSHA regulations.
Operated steam sterilizers, washer-disinfectors, ultrasonic cleaners, dry heat ovens, and other related equipment.
Provided guidance and instructions to new staff members regarding sterile processing techniques.
Reported any malfunctions or discrepancies in equipment to management immediately.
Monitored inventory levels of supplies in order to maintain adequate stock at all times.
Trained personnel on proper use of sterile processing equipment as needed.
Participated in quality assurance programs designed to identify areas needing improvement.
Verified that all documents were completed accurately before releasing items from the sterile processing area.
Updated departmental policies and procedures as required by state regulations or accreditation bodies.
Inspected instruments for cleanliness, proper function and breakage by viewing instruments before assembly.
Prepared trays, instrument packs and surgical sets.
Readied instruments for sterilization procedures and completed decontamination protocols.
Packaged instruments into peel pouches and properly labeled pouches.
Recorded results of biological and diagnostic tests.
Monitored expired sterilization dates and rotated stock to minimize processing.
Supported departmental initiatives to meet productivity standards and flexible staffing needs.
Operated and maintained steam autoclaves, keeping records of loads completed, items in loads and maintenance procedures performed.
Cleaned instruments to prepare for sterilization.
Assembled and wrapped trays of instruments for operating rooms and clinics.
Recorded sterilizer test results in job-related software.
Stocked crash carts with appropriate medical supplies.
Maintained records of inventory or equipment usage, ordering medical instruments or supplies with low inventory.