Vincent Santore
Leesburg
Summary
Detail-oriented Sterile Processing Technician with over 11 years of related experience. Excellent verbal and written communication skills with hardworking and diligent nature.
Experienced in assembling carts and selecting instruments and supplies for procedures. Competent in performing and documenting test results, restocking supplies and managing records. Focused on working quickly and accurately to maintain efficient facility operations.
Experienced with sterilization techniques critical to maintaining safe clinical environment. Utilizes decontamination procedures to ensure all instruments meet stringent cleanliness standards. Knowledge of regulatory compliance and best practices in infection control.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified Sterile Processing Technician
Advent Health Waterman Hospital
04.2024 - Current
- Picked instruments and supplies for surgeries.
- Handled and disposed of sharps, biohazards and other hazardous materials in accordance with established protocols.
- Improved quality assurance processes by implementing documentation procedures for all stages of the sterilization process.
- Wrapped trays, instrument packs, and sets.
- Tested sterilization equipment by performing regular checks and maintenance to keep instruments in working order.
- Recorded biologicals and test results.
- Maintained clean and organized sterile processing areas to prevent contamination of instruments and equipment.
- Operated specialized equipment using steam, gas and chemical methods to sterilize equipment.
- Demonstrated strong problem-solving skills when troubleshooting issues with autoclaves or other sterilization equipment.
- Inspected sterile package integrity prior to distribution.
- Decontaminated surgical instruments to remove bacteria and other contaminants before sterilization.
- Maintained detailed records of sterilization cycles, contributing to hospital's compliance with regulatory standards.
Certified Sterile Processing Technician
Uf Health the Villages
08.2023 - 03.2024
- Wrapped trays, instrument packs, and sets.
- Followed OSHA, FDA and AAMI guidelines related to sterilization in compliance with administrative regulations.
- Supported surgical teams effectively by preparing instrument trays according to procedure requirements.
- Reduced risk of infections by maintaining a clean and sterile environment within the processing area.
- Enhanced patient safety by ensuring proper sterilization and packaging of medical equipment.
- Assessed instruments, equipment, and containers to promote cleanliness and proper functioning.
- Decontaminated surgical instruments to remove bacteria and other contaminants before sterilization.
- Ensured timely availability of surgical instruments by prioritizing urgent requests and efficiently managing workload.
- Inspected sterile package integrity prior to distribution.
- Tested sterilization equipment by performing regular checks and maintenance to keep instruments in working order.
- Verified and maintained proper documents and records for sterilization.
- Demonstrated strong problem-solving skills when troubleshooting issues with autoclaves or other sterilization equipment.
- Recorded biologicals and test results.
- 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.
- Streamlined workflow for the department by organizing instruments and equipment in a systematic manner.
- Operated specialized equipment using steam, gas and chemical methods to sterilize equipment.
- Achieved high levels of accuracy in record-keeping, logging important data related to sterilization cycles and equipment usage.
- Ensured strict adherence to regulatory guidelines during decontamination processes, mitigating risks associated with improper handling of biohazardous materials.
Certified Sterile Processing Technician
Advent Healthcare
08.2022 - 06.2023
- Recorded biological and test results
- Prepared instruments for sterilization and performed decontamination procedures
- Wrapped trays, instrument packs and sets
- Prepared instruments for terminal sterilization and reset surgical suites for next procedure
- Routinely collaborated with department managers to correct problems and improve services
Maintaince
UPMC
01.2022 - 08.2022
- Painting
- Drywall repair
- Installed cabinets, tv monitors, drop ceilings and handrails throughout the hospital
- Snow clean up and removal
- Set up negative pressure rooms during COVID and ICRA Grade containment systems
Sterile Processing Technician
UPMC
02.2014 - 01.2022
- Ordered and restocked supplies for decontamination and surgical areas
- Picked instruments and supplies for surgeries
- Operated, adjusted, and monitored diagnostic equipment and other machines used during procedures
- Continually maintained and improved company's reputation and positive image in markets served
- Led planning and achievement of goals and objectives consistent with UPMC mission and philosophy
Certified Nursing Assistant
UPMC
10.2008 - 02.2014
- Facilitated activities of daily living, including personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation
- Helped patients effectively manage routine bathing, grooming and other hygiene needs
- Assisted patients with mobility needs, including moving to and from beds, organizing wheelchairs and preparing assisting devices
- Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding quadriplegic patients with shaving, bathing and teeth brushing
Education
Certification - CNA
Staten Island Community College
NY01.1983
Diploma - undefined
McKee Vocational and Technical High School
NY01.1982
Skills
- Steam sterilization
- Decontaminating surgical instruments
- High-level disinfection
- Decontamination procedures
- Sterilization procedures
- Assembling case carts
- Manual cleaning
- Instrument decontamination
- Recording biologicals
- Sterile storage
- Instrument sterilization
- Equipment testing
- Sterilization techniques
- Case cart assembly
- Ultrasonic cleaning
- Computerized tracking
- Infection control
- Picking instruments
- Low-temperature sterilization
- Surgical instrument knowledge
- Decontamination and sanitation
- Recording test results
- Pulling case carts
- Processing instruments
- Sterilizer operation
- Tray preparation
- Assembly and packaging
- Problem-solving
- Instrument cleaning and sterilization
- Certified registered central service technician (CRCST)
- Sterile processing technician (SPT)
Certification
- HSPA - Certification, Sterile Processing 2022
- CRCST - Certified Registered, Central Service Technician 2022
Timeline
Certified Sterile Processing Technician
Advent Health Waterman Hospital
04.2024 - Current
Certified Sterile Processing Technician
Uf Health the Villages
08.2023 - 03.2024
Certified Sterile Processing Technician
Advent Healthcare
08.2022 - 06.2023
Maintaince
UPMC
01.2022 - 08.2022
Sterile Processing Technician
UPMC
02.2014 - 01.2022
Certified Nursing Assistant
UPMC
10.2008 - 02.2014
Certification - CNA
Staten Island Community College
Diploma - undefined
McKee Vocational and Technical High School
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