Maria Garcia
Abrazo Arrowhead Hospital
El Mirage,AZ
1
Language
1
Certification
28
years of professional experience
Detail-oriented SPD Technician with extensive experience in sterilization techniques and infection control protocols. Proven ability to uphold workplace safety and ensure compliance with health standards while training staff and managing inventory.
Work History
SPD Tech
6 Years 6 Months- Operated sterilization equipment to ensure compliance with safety standards.
- Prepared and organized surgical instruments for efficient access during procedures.
- Monitored inventory levels, restocked supplies, and maintained cleanliness in sterile areas.
- Assisted in training new staff on sterilization processes and safety protocols.
SPD Technician
21 Years 3 Months- Operated sterilization equipment to maintain compliance with health and safety standards.
- Assisted in inventory management, ensuring accurate tracking of surgical instruments and supplies.
- Collaborated with surgical teams to prepare sterile instruments for various procedures.
- Performed routine inspections of sterilization processes to uphold quality assurance protocols.
- Kept up-to-date with industry advancements through attendance at relevant conferences, workshops, or continuing education courses as appropriate.
- Ensured accurate record-keeping related to sterilization cycles, load contents, temperature charts, and other essential data points for auditing purposes.
- Improved workflow efficiency by ensuring proper sterilization and handling of surgical instruments.
Skills
Workplace safety
Adaptable learning
Sterilization techniques
Infection control protocols
Medical equipment handling
Decontamination procedures
Instrument inspection
Surgical instrumentation
Assembly and packaging
Safety protocols
Assembling case carts
Staff training
Certification
Healthcare sterile, processing association certificate
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
SPD Tech
Abrazo Arrowhead Hospital
04.2019 - 10.2025Read More
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