Zachary Kierns
Clarksburg,WV
Summary
Driven by a commitment to patient safety and workplace efficiency, I leveraged my surgical instrument knowledge and leadership skills at United Hospital to enhance sterilization processes and foster a team-oriented environment. My proactive approach resulted in improved compliance and streamlined operations, significantly contributing to the facility's operational excellence.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Central Sterile Processing Technician
United Hospital
12.2021 - Current
- Picked instruments and supplies for surgeries.
- Wrapped trays, instrument packs, and sets.
- Followed OSHA, FDA and AAMI guidelines related to sterilization in compliance with administrative regulations.
- 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.
- Monitored inventory levels to keep all medical equipment properly stocked.
- Ordered and restocked supplies for decontamination and surgical areas.
- Recorded biologicals and test results.
- Operated specialized equipment using steam, gas and chemical methods to sterilize equipment.
- Corrected instrument sets according to current standards and established count sheets and instrument tracking systems.
- Maintained clean and organized sterile processing areas to prevent contamination of instruments and equipment.
- Verified and maintained proper documents and records for sterilization.
- Assessed instruments, equipment, and containers to promote cleanliness and proper functioning.
- Prevented cross-contamination between sterile processing areas by diligently following proper workflow protocols at all times.
- Collaborated with surgical teams to ensure timely delivery of properly sterilized and assembled instrument sets.
- Established strong working relationships with colleagues across departments to facilitate smooth communication and coordination during surgical procedures.
- Ensured compliance with industry regulations through regular audits of sterilization equipment and documentation practices.
- Fostered a team-oriented environment by actively participating in staff meetings, sharing knowledge with peers, and providing constructive feedback on departmental performance.
General Manager of Food Service
Little Ceasars
01.2019 - 11.2021
- Reduced food waste through better inventory management and portion control, leading to increased profitability.
- Maintained open lines of communication between front-of-house and back-of-house staff, ensuring seamless coordination for optimal service delivery.
- Boosted employee morale with regular team-building activities, improving communication and collaboration.
- Controlled labor hours and inventory costs through hands-on management and proactive changes.
- Oversaw training for team members.
- Oversaw balancing of cash registers, reconciled transactions, and deposited establishment's earnings to bank.
- Tracked food production levels, meal counts, and supply costs.
- Motivated staff to perform at peak efficiency and quality.
- Managed staff schedules and maintained adequate coverage for all shifts.
- Kept facility compliant with health codes, sanitation requirements and license regulations, alleviating potentially heavy fines.
- Purchased food and cultivated strong vendor relationships.
- Verified prepared food met standards for quality and quantity before serving to customers.
- Inspected equipment and machinery for proper working condition and directed staff to clean and repair as needed.
General Foreman
Pyles Property Maintenance
10.2005 - 05.2018
- Worked alongside team to accomplish work goals according to schedule.
- Performed job safety analysis on daily basis to mitigate risks for all workers and visitors to job sites.
- Completed final walkthroughs at job sites to close out projects.
- Demonstrated strong leadership abilities in managing diverse teams to achieve common goals while fostering a positive work environment.
- Delivered project updates to superintendent and detailed issues that could halt work progress.
- Collaborated with subcontractors for seamless coordination of work scopes, ensuring smooth project execution from start to finish.
- Kept teams properly supplied with materials, tools, plans and supplementary assistance to meet project deadlines.
- Prepared daily time cards and assisted in preparation of estimates and scope of work statements.
- Elevated team morale through the implementation of effective recognition programs that acknowledged outstanding individual contributions.
- Trained new employees to learn new systems, apply best practices and comply with protocols and regulations.
- Reviewed project details to specify correct materials and equipment for job sites.
- Oversaw daily operations at site, keeping team production moving at optimal pace.
- Trained workers in proper methods, equipment operation and safety procedures.
- Documented construction and extraction workers' hours, wages and other pertinent information.
Education
High School Diploma -
Gahanna Lincoln High School
Gahanna, Oh06.2003
Skills
- Surgical Instrument Knowledge
- Workplace Safety
- Patient Safety
- Sterilization techniques
Certification
CRCST
Timeline
Central Sterile Processing Technician
United Hospital
12.2021 - Current
General Manager of Food Service
Little Ceasars
01.2019 - 11.2021
General Foreman
Pyles Property Maintenance
10.2005 - 05.2018
High School Diploma -
Gahanna Lincoln High School
CRCST
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