Matthew Barboza
San Antonio
Summary
Dynamic Advanced Medical Supply Technician with proven expertise at South Texas Veterans Health Care System in equipment calibration and inventory management. Recognized for enhancing team efficiency through effective training programs and critical thinking during my time as an Army NCO. Adept at maintaining high standards in my job field all while fostering teamwork and adaptability in fast-paced environments.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Advanced Medical Supply Technician
South Texas Veterans Health Care System
07.2024 - Current
- Operated, adjusted, and monitored diagnostic equipment and other machines used during procedures.
- Monitored inventory levels to keep all medical equipment properly stocked.
- Created and implemented medical equipment training programs.
- Provided support to medical staff in resolving medical equipment problems.
- Assisted with development and coordination of medical equipment inventories.
- Liaised between medical staff and medical equipment vendors.
- Recorded biologicals and test results.
- Identified parameters and sterilization method required for each item to be sterilized.
- Inspected sterile package integrity prior to distribution.
- 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.
Surgical Assistant
United States Army
11.2018 - 11.2023
- Applied antiseptics and sterile dressings to cover surgical locations and boost healing.
- Kept views unobstructed by retracting, sponging, and suctioning surgical sites.
- Arranged supplies and instrumentation to meet needs of individual surgeons and enhance team efficiency.
- Paid close attention to operating procedures for adherence to established surgical techniques.
- Protected patients from infection by setting up and managing sterile operating fields.
- Assisted with transfer of patients from recovery room to operating room, providing care and support.
- Monitored patient vital signs, reporting changes to surgeon for further investigation.
- Secured and protected military property, assets, and personnel.
- Performed as fire team member during situational training exercises and infantry dismounted battle drills.
- Operated and maintained armored vehicles.
- Coached and mentored new recruits for motivated, high-performing teams.
- Relayed crucial information and coordinated operations using radio communications equipment.
- Trained in infantry tactics, weapons and medical procedures for well-rounded field support.
- Assembled, disassembled and maintained various weapons for operational readiness.
- Responded to and assisted in medical emergencies.
- Exercised leadership capabilities by successfully motivating and inspiring others.
- Identified issues, analyzed information and provided solutions to problems.
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Trained, supervised and organized over 10 soldiers and personnel.
- Enforced technical and tactical training standards to accomplish unit mission objectives.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Health Sciences
American Public University
Charles Town, WV06-2025
Skills
- Equipment calibration
- Medical equipment maintenance
- Hazardous materials handling
- Sterilization techniques
- Sterile processing technician (SPT)
- Adaptability
- Teamwork
- Inventory management
- Documentation and reporting
- Work Planning and Prioritization
- Quality control analysis
- Critical thinking
Military Decorations
- Army Commendation Medal
- Army Achievement Medal
- Good Conduct Medal
- Humanitarian Service Medal
- Military Outstanding Volunteer Service Medal
- Global War on Terrorism Service Medal
Timeline
Advanced Medical Supply Technician
South Texas Veterans Health Care System
07.2024 - Current
Surgical Assistant
United States Army
11.2018 - 11.2023
Bachelor of Science - Health Sciences
American Public University
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