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Ricardo Smith

Round Rock,TX

Summary

Detail-oriented Sterile Processing Technician with over 5 years of related experience. Excellent verbal and written communication skills with hardworking and diligent nature. Systematic professional with exceptional organizational, planning and multitasking abilities. Specializing in decontaminating and sterilizing instruments for use in medical procedures. Positive and upbeat with a team-oriented attitude.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Sterile Processing Technician

Health Trust Staffing
05.2022 - Current
  • Followed OSHA, FDA and AAMI guidelines related to sterilization in compliance with administrative regulations.
  • Assessed instruments, equipment, and containers to promote cleanliness and proper functioning.
  • Corrected instrument sets according to current standards and established count sheets and instrument tracking systems.
  • Identified parameters and sterilization method required for each item to be sterilized.
  • Operated specialized equipment using steam, gas and chemical methods to sterilize equipment.
  • Evaluated medical equipment and recommended upgrades when necessary.
  • Inspected sterile package integrity prior to distribution.
  • Wrapped trays, instrument packs, and sets.
  • Decontaminated surgical instruments to remove bacteria and other contaminants before sterilization.
  • Monitored inventory levels to keep all medical equipment properly stocked.
  • Recorded biologicals and test results.
  • Operated, adjusted, and monitored diagnostic equipment and other machines used during procedures.
  • Created and implemented medical equipment training programs.

Sterile Processing Technician

Round Rock Medical Center
01.2018 - 04.2022
  • Troubleshot medical equipment malfunctions and reported issues to appropriate personnel.
  • Followed OSHA, FDA and AAMI guidelines related to sterilization in compliance with administrative regulations.
  • Evaluated medical equipment and recommended upgrades when necessary.
  • Inspected sterile package integrity prior to distribution.
  • Operated specialized equipment using steam, gas and chemical methods to sterilize equipment.
  • Provided support to medical staff in resolving medical equipment problems.
  • Identified parameters and sterilization method required for each item to be sterilized.
  • Handled and disposed of sharps, biohazards and other hazardous materials in accordance with established protocols.
  • Verified and maintained proper documents and records for sterilization.
  • Maintained clean and organized sterile processing areas to prevent contamination of instruments and equipment.
  • Corrected instrument sets according to current standards and established count sheets and instrument tracking systems.
  • Assessed instruments, equipment, and containers to promote cleanliness and proper functioning.
  • Recorded biologicals and test results.
  • Decontaminated surgical instruments to remove bacteria and other contaminants before sterilization.
  • Wrapped trays, instrument packs, and sets.
  • Picked instruments and supplies for surgeries.
  • Monitored inventory levels to keep all medical equipment properly stocked.

Education

High School Diploma -

Reagan High School
Austin, TX

Skills

  • Proper Storage Procedures
  • Setup and Installation
  • Prepare Surgical Trays
  • Sterile Processing and Distribution Certification
  • Steam Autoclaves Operation
  • Sterilizer Operation
  • Decontaminating Surgical Instruments
  • Processing Instruments

Certification

  • SPT - Sterile Processing Technician
  • Licensed - Basic Life Support

Timeline

Sterile Processing Technician

Health Trust Staffing
05.2022 - Current

Sterile Processing Technician

Round Rock Medical Center
01.2018 - 04.2022

High School Diploma -

Reagan High School

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