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Erika R Smith

Medicine Hat,AB

Summary

Responsible, meticulous technician who is eager to provide safe and efficient patient care. Strong knowledge of sterilization methods, endoscope reprocessing, and safety protocols. Active member of the profession and ongoing education. Knowledgeable in determining priority surgical instrumentation for the OR. Reliable and dedicated to providing superior customer service.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Surgical Processor /Medical Device Reprocessing Technician

Alberta Health Services
02.2024 - Current
  • Enhanced patient safety by ensuring the proper cleaning, disinfection, and sterilization of medical devices.
  • Maintained a high level of cleanliness in the reprocessing department for optimal infection control measures.
  • Reduced risk of cross-contamination through diligent adherence to established protocols and guidelines for medical device reprocessing.
  • Streamlined workflow for the department by organizing instruments and equipment in a systematic manner.
  • Reduced risk of infections by maintaining a clean and sterile environment within the processing area.
  • Supported surgical teams effectively by preparing instrument trays according to procedure requirements.
  • Facilitated seamless communication between departments, coordinating with clinical staff on equipment needs and availability.

Medical Device Reprocessing Technician

Nova Scotia Health
01.2022 - 01.2024
  • An MDRT is responsible for series of detailed technical duties related to the decontamination, sterilization, assembly, function testing and distribution of medical and/or surgical supplies and medical devices for the operating room and various areas of the hospital.
  • Passed Competencies:
  • Endoscope Reprocessing
  • Decontamination
  • Assembly/Workroom
  • Sterilization
  • Anesthesia

Specialized Training:

Da Vinci Laparoscopic Robotics reprocessing

TEE (Transesophageal echocardiogram) Probe reprocessing

GUS System Cleaning/Operation

Online ESL Teacher

DaDa Education Limited
06.2018 - 12.2021
  • Teaching courseware specifically tailored to every student.
  • Assigning homework and extra practice material.
  • Teaching children from ages 3 to 16.
  • Conducting mini examinations, assigning homework, and completing class assessments.
  • Working from home and using proper time management skills.
  • Prepared students for tests by teaching relevant concepts and enforcing good test-taking skills.
  • Increased ESL students' reading levels by integrating online word games and altering lesson plans for students needing extra guidance.

Medical Device Reprocessing Clinical Student

Eastern Health
09.2021 - 10.2021
  • In the MDR department.
  • Observing daily operations and protocols in decontamination, assembly, and sterile areas.
  • Obtained critical, hands-on experience in all areas of the MDR department including instrumentation, wrapping, and case cart make-up.

Census Enumerator

Statistics Canada
05.2021 - 08.2021
  • Conducting interviews to complete Census questionnaires.
  • Working from home and in the field.
  • Maintained and submitted records of hours worked, miles driven and expenses incurred to facilitate accurate reporting measures.
  • Working with a team to complete Census questionnaires
  • Working alone and creating a personal work schedule while ensuring all work is completed in a timely order.

Sales Associate

Carters Oshkosh
09.2019 - 09.2020
  • Built rapport with customers.
  • Offering information regarding products.
  • Maintaining store (cleaning and organizing)
  • Pricing markdowns.
  • Processing Transactions
  • Maintaining all cash duties.

Bookstore Associate

Memorial University
09.2017 - 01.2018
  • Offering information about products
  • Handling refunds and returns
  • Processing Transactions
  • Working during peak times during semesters.

Education

License Certificate - CRCST

Healthcare Sterile Processing Association
Chicago, Illinois
04.2023

Diploma of Health And Human Sciences - Medical Device Reprocessing

Academy Canada
St. John's, NL
08.2021

Certificate - TESOL

International Open Academy
St. John's, NL
08.2018

Bachelor of Arts - English

Memorial University of Newfoundland
St John’s, NL
01.2017

Certificate - Criminology

Memorial University of Newfoundland
St John’s, NL
09.2016

Skills

  • Endoscope Reprocessing
  • Passed competency for TEE probe (Transesophageal echocardiogram) cleaning and reprocessing
  • Specialized training for Da Vinci laparoscopic robotics cleaning and reprocessing
  • GUS System cleaning/operation
  • Decontamination Procedures
  • Sterilization Procedures
  • Medical Terminology
  • Endoscopic Procedures

Certification

  • Central Registered Central Service Technician (CRCST) with HSPA (Healthcare Sterile Processing Association)
  • COVID-19 Work Safe - Best Practices Certificate
  • IPAC Hand Hygiene Certificate WHMIS
  • Certification Occupational Health and Safety
  • Soft Tissue, Back Injury Prevention
  • Standard First Aid and CPR Certification, Canadian Red Cross

Affiliations

Beyond Clean Canada Advisory Group member


Member of the Canadian Association for Medical Device Reprocessing


Member of the Medical Device Association of Nova Scotia

Timeline

Surgical Processor /Medical Device Reprocessing Technician

Alberta Health Services
02.2024 - Current

Medical Device Reprocessing Technician

Nova Scotia Health
01.2022 - 01.2024

Medical Device Reprocessing Clinical Student

Eastern Health
09.2021 - 10.2021

Census Enumerator

Statistics Canada
05.2021 - 08.2021

Sales Associate

Carters Oshkosh
09.2019 - 09.2020

Online ESL Teacher

DaDa Education Limited
06.2018 - 12.2021

Bookstore Associate

Memorial University
09.2017 - 01.2018

License Certificate - CRCST

Healthcare Sterile Processing Association

Diploma of Health And Human Sciences - Medical Device Reprocessing

Academy Canada

Certificate - TESOL

International Open Academy

Bachelor of Arts - English

Memorial University of Newfoundland

Certificate - Criminology

Memorial University of Newfoundland
Erika R Smith