Experienced Central Sterile Technician and Pharmacy Associate with 18 years in healthcare, focusing on patient education, medication audits, and sterilization processes. Enhances operational efficiency through collaboration and quality control. Advances patient care and safety with innovative practices and attention to detail, adapting to challenges while ensuring compliance.
Work History
Endoscopic Specialist
4 Months
Karl Storz Endoscopy | 04.2026 - Current
Operated advanced endoscopic equipment to support minimally invasive procedures.
Collaborated with surgical teams to enhance patient outcomes through effective communication and coordination.
Conducted routine maintenance and troubleshooting of endoscopic instruments ensuring optimal performance.
Improved diagnostic accuracy through diligent attention to detail during endoscopic examinations.
Streamlined workflow for the endoscopy team, effectively managing equipment and supplies.
Maintained all safety protocols and processes when cleaning, disinfecting and sterilizing endoscopes and related equipment.
Supported physicians and nursing staff during procedures.
Post operative assist with room tear-down and turnover
Decontaminate, scrub, and wash instrument
High-level disinfect, wash, flush, leak test and clean scopes
Prepared and packed surgical instruments, ensuring proper sterilization techniques were followed. Ensure instrumentation is clean and properly hung
Verified surgical sets included all necessary instruments for procedures. of surgical sets
Ensure prep and pack is completed for proper sterilization method
Sterile Processing department Loading and operating the sterilizers and running appropriate biological
Ensure carts are correctly assembled and surgical sets are complete
Assisted surgical teams with room turnover, improving workflow and reducing delays.
Streamlined instrument cleaning processes, ensuring all surgical tools were sterile and ready for use, leading to marked improvements in operational efficiency.
Monitored sterilization cycles and conducted quality checks, achieving noticeable gains in compliance with safety protocols and standards.
Maintained records of sterilization processes, ensuring traceability and accountability for surgical instruments.
Trained new staff on best practices in sterile processing, reinforcing protocol adherence.
Streamlined instrument cleaning protocols, achieving measurable improvements in turnaround time and enhancing surgical team efficiency.
Pharmacy Associate
1 Year 7 Months
Vivo Pharmacy North Shore University Hospital | 10.2022 - 05.2024
Engaged with patients to provide comprehensive medication education, enhancing adherence and fostering trust.
Fostered patient relationships through personalized medication consultations, enhancing adherence and building trust in healthcare.
Conducting medication audits and checks to ensure quality control
Engaged patients in medication education to enhance adherence and build trust in healthcare.
Optimized inventory processes to enhance stock management management processes, leading to reduced stock discrepancies and improved supply availability.
Conducted medication audits to ensure compliance with safety standards and promote a culture of quality assurance.
Collaborating with the pharmacy team to improve workflow efficiency
Maintained precise medication dispensing records to enhance operational accuracy and ensure regulatory compliance.
Maintained precise records of medication dispensing, contributing to enhanced operational accuracy and regulatory compliance.
Pharmacy Technician
8 Months
Rite Aid Pharmacy | 02.2022 - 10.2022
Collaborated with pharmacists to ensure accurate prescription filling, enhancing patient safety and satisfaction.
Streamlined prescription filling processes, significantly reducing wait times and enhancing overall customer satisfaction.
Managed inventory to ensure optimal supply of medications, supporting uninterrupted pharmacy operations.
Provided excellent customer service by responding to patient queries and resolving issues promptly
Educated patients on medication usage and side effects, fostering informed decision-making and adherence to treatment plans.
Maintained accurate prescription records to ensure compliance with regulatory standards and readiness for audits.
Implemented an efficient inventory tracking system, leading to substantial improvements in medication availability and reduced stockouts.