Valerie West
Romulus,MI
Summary
Talented Logistics Specialist with detail-oriented and hardworking approach to keeping goods flowing efficiently. Knowledgeable about coordinating both inbound and outbound schedules. Highly organized and forward-thinking team player.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Logistics Specialist
Children's Hospital
10.2023 - Current
- Handled high-volume paperwork and collaborated with administrators to resolve invoicing and shipping problems.
- Built long-term relationships due to prompt and courteous service.
- Coordinated driver dispatch to accomplish daily delivery requirements.
- Coordinated incoming and outgoing shipments to maintain schedules.
- Tracked supply, equipment and product inventory quantities to maintain necessary levels.
- Worked with customers to integrate processes and correct issues.
- Implemented systems and procedures for accurate data collection and reporting.
- Prepared and presented reports to management on logistics performance.
- Developed and implemented strategies to reduce costs and improve quality of service.
- Monitored performance of logistics operations to identify areas for improvement.
- Created reports to provide insights into logistics operations and performance.
Central Sterile Processing Technician
Children's Hospital
12.2022 - 10.2023
- Picked instruments and supplies for surgeries.
- Assessed instruments, equipment, and containers to promote cleanliness and proper functioning.
- Inspected sterile package integrity prior to distribution.
- Identified parameters and sterilization method required for each item to be sterilized.
- Verified and maintained proper documents and records for sterilization.
- Wrapped trays, instrument packs, and sets.
- Recorded biologicals and test results.
- Operated specialized equipment using steam, gas and chemical methods to sterilize equipment.
- Decontaminated surgical instruments to remove bacteria and other contaminants before sterilization.
- 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.
- Maintained clean and organized sterile processing areas to prevent contamination of instruments and equipment.
- Collaborated with medical staff to confirm availability of medical equipment for patient care.
- Liaised between medical staff and medical equipment vendors.
Sterile Processing Technician
Children's Hospital
08.2019 - 12.2022
- Inspected sterile package integrity prior to distribution.
- Wrapped trays, instrument packs, and sets.
- Verified and maintained proper documents and records for sterilization.
- Recorded biologicals and test results.
- Picked instruments and supplies for surgeries.
- Assessed instruments, equipment, and containers to promote cleanliness and proper functioning.
- Decontaminated surgical instruments to remove bacteria and other contaminants before sterilization.
Home Health Aide
State Of Michigan
01.2003 - 09.2017
- Completed entries in log books, journals, and care plans to accurately document and report patient progress.
- Provided transportation and appointments management.
- Assisted patients with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome, and adapt to mobility restrictions.
- Assisted disabled clients to support independence and well-being.
- Traveled to clients' homes to complete healthcare services and promote continuity of care.
- Provided mobility assistance such as walking and regular exercising.
- Followed nutritional plans to prepare optimal meals.
- Monitored client health by performing routine pulse, temperature and blood pressure checks.
- Performed laundry, grocery shopping and other light housekeeping duties as instructed by client.
- Developed individual care plans for clients based on specific needs.
- Scheduled and coordinated medical appointments.
- Communicated regularly with clients' families to provide updates on health and wellbeing.
Education
Graduate Certificate - Medical Assistant
Everest Institute
Dearborn Heights, MI09-2003
Skills
- Increasing efficiency and productivity
- Inventory Restocking
- Inventory documentation
- Materials Handling
- Inspecting goods
- Shipment Receiving
- Resolving Problems
- Documentation skills
- Proficient with [Logistics software]
- Cycle counting
- Logistics Analysis
- Inventory counting
Timeline
Logistics Specialist
Children's Hospital
10.2023 - Current
Central Sterile Processing Technician
Children's Hospital
12.2022 - 10.2023
Sterile Processing Technician
Children's Hospital
08.2019 - 12.2022
Home Health Aide
State Of Michigan
01.2003 - 09.2017
Graduate Certificate - Medical Assistant
Everest Institute
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