Mabeddelyn I. Majano
Pinehurst
Summary
Results-driven healthcare leader with over 12 years of experience in sterile processing, dedicated to enhancing patient safety and operational efficiency. Expertise in staff supervision, scheduling, and training, emphasizing team development and fostering a collaborative work environment. Proven track record of leading by example and driving operational excellence through innovative solutions and strategic planning. Committed to continuous improvement and delivering high-quality healthcare services.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Sterile Processing Manager
HCA Healthcare
02.2025 - Current
- Lead and supervise all sterile processing functions including decontamination, assembly, sterilization, and distribution of surgical instruments and equipment.
- Ensure department compliance with AAMI, CDC, OSHA, and Joint Commission standards.
- Manage and train a team of 30+ technicians, providing ongoing education, performance evaluations, and support.
- Report directly to the OR Director while regularly collaborating with the CEO, COO, CMO, CFO, VP Quality and Director of infection control and to communicate departmental needs, provide updates, and align SPD goals with hospital initiatives.
- Partner with executive leadership to improve budgeting strategies, prevent missing instruments from the OR, and enhance hospital-wide efficiency.
- Currently leading a full renovation project for the SPD, working with regional and national teams on budget planning and equipment replacement initiatives.
- Oversee all crash carts throughout the entire hospital, ensuring regulatory compliance, readiness, and safe distribution.
- Provide SPD support and oversight for the Surgery Center, outside urgent care clinics, and hospital-based clinics, ensuring timely delivery and availability of sterile instruments and supplies.
- Collaborate with vendors and facilities teams on equipment purchases, repairs, and remodels.
- Implement process improvements to enhance efficiency, reduce errors, and support patient safety.
Sterile Processing Supervisor /Operations Team Leader
Texas Children's Hospital
07.2018 - 01.2025
- Managed daily operations of the sterile processing department, overseeing a team of over 15+ staff members.
- Created and managed staff schedules and assignments to ensure adequate coverage and efficiency.
- Trained, mentored, and evaluated new employees to maintain high standards of competency and compliance with safety regulations.
- Collaborated with OR managers, directors, and coordinators for seamless daily operations.
- Collaborating with the Director of infection control to communicate departmental needs, provide updates, and align SPD goals with hospital on joint commission readyness.
- Led quality improvement initiatives that reduced reprocessing errors by 20% and increased compliance with safety standards by 30%.
- Served as the primary point of contact for the department, resolving performance and scheduling issues promptly.
Lead Sterile Processing Technician
Houston Methodist Hospital
02.2016 - 01.2018
- Coordinated daily tasks and case preparations in the absence of department lead.
- Worked closely with OR charge nurses and staff to ensure timely and accurate surgical preparations.
- Assisted in training new staff, achieving a 95% pass rate on competency assessments.
- Followed OSHA, FDA and AAMI guidelines related to sterilization in compliance with administrative regulations.
- Corrected instrument sets according to current standards and established count sheets and instrument tracking systems.
- Verified and maintained proper documents and records for sterilization.
- Responded to equipment malfunctions by troubleshooting and repairing broken and malfunctioning equipment.
- Liaised between medical staff and medical equipment vendors.
Sterile Processing Technician
Park Plaza Hospital
02.2011 - 02.2017
- Managed sterilization of medical instruments for scheduled surgeries.
- Developed proficiency in advanced sterilization methods and equipment operation.
- Scheduled surgeries for doctors, confirmed patient information with insurance and patients before procedures.
- Assessed instruments, equipment, and containers to promote cleanliness and proper functioning.
- Tested sterilization equipment by performing regular checks and maintenance to keep instruments in working order.
- Monitored inventory levels to keep all medical equipment properly stocked.
- Followed OSHA, FDA and AAMI guidelines related to sterilization in compliance with administrative regulations.
Sterile Processing Technician
Memorial Hermann Hospital
04.2013 - 02.2016
- Nominated 'Employee of the Year.'
- Coordinated daily tasks and case preparations in the absence of department lead.
- Sterilized and analyzed medical equipment, ensuring strict adherence to safety and compliance standards.
- Completed complex case carts and restocked critical care equipment, maintaining zero incident reports for two consecutive years.
- Recorded biologicals and test results.
- Picked instruments and supplies for surgeries.
- Corrected instrument sets according to current standards and established count sheets and instrument tracking systems.
- Tested sterilization equipment by performing regular checks and maintenance to keep instruments in working order.
- Followed OSHA, FDA and AAMI guidelines related to sterilization in compliance with administrative regulations.
Sterile Processing Technician
St. Luke’s Hospital
03.2010 - 05.2010
- Gained foundational experience in sterilization techniques and compliance protocols.
- Wrapped trays, instrument packs, and sets.
- Inspected sterile package integrity prior to distribution.
- Identified parameters and sterilization method required for each item to be sterilized.
- Maintained clean and organized sterile processing areas to prevent contamination of instruments and equipment.
- Handled and disposed of sharps, biohazards and other hazardous materials in accordance with established protocols.
- Followed OSHA, FDA and AAMI guidelines related to sterilization in compliance with administrative regulations.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing Administration (Healthcare)
Sam Houston University
Huntsville, TX09.2025
Associate of Science - undefined
Montgomery Lone Star College
01.2023
CRSCT/CIS Certification - undefined
Med Vance
Houston, TX01.2010
High School - undefined
Magnolia High School
Magnolia, TX01.2007
Skills
- Leadership & Management: Proven ability to lead and manage teams, enhancing performance and achieving operational goals
- Process Improvement: Expertise in Lean Six Sigma methodologies to optimize workflows and reduce errors
- Training & Development: Skilled in onboarding, training, and evaluating new employees to maintain high departmental standards
- Scheduling & Coordination: Strong organizational abilities in staff scheduling, inventory management, and cross-departmental communication
- Bilingual: Fluent in English and Spanish, enhancing communication within diverse teams
- Process improvement strategies
- Infection control practices
- Conflict resolution
- Budgeting and financial management
- Time management proficiency
- Project management experience
- Quality assurance management
Accomplishments
- Employee of the Year 2022
- Recognized for 'Sterile Processing Proclamation' by the Houston Mayor in 2022
- Awarded 'Sterile Processing Heart of the Hospital' in 2023
- Received the 'Sterile Processing Leadership Award' in 2023/2024
- Honored for 'Sterile Processing Tech Above and Beyond Dedication' in 2024
Languages
Spanish
English
Timeline
Sterile Processing Manager
HCA Healthcare
02.2025 - Current
Sterile Processing Supervisor /Operations Team Leader
Texas Children's Hospital
07.2018 - 01.2025
Lead Sterile Processing Technician
Houston Methodist Hospital
02.2016 - 01.2018
Sterile Processing Technician
Memorial Hermann Hospital
04.2013 - 02.2016
Sterile Processing Technician
Park Plaza Hospital
02.2011 - 02.2017
Sterile Processing Technician
St. Luke’s Hospital
03.2010 - 05.2010
Associate of Science - undefined
Montgomery Lone Star College
CRSCT/CIS Certification - undefined
Med Vance
High School - undefined
Magnolia High School
Bachelor of Science - Nursing Administration (Healthcare)
Sam Houston University
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