Lida Pedro
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Summary
Attentive Sterile Processing Technician with extensive experience in decontaminating, sterilizing, and testing medical instruments. Demonstrated strong attention to detail, effective communication skills, and a robust work ethic in fast-paced environments. Committed to contributing as a methodical team player with excellent planning and problem-solving abilities.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
3
3
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
Sterile Processing Technician
Tri-City Medical Center
Oceanside
10.2002 - Current
- Sterilized surgical instruments using advanced sterilization techniques and equipment.
- Inspected and maintained sterile processing equipment to ensure reliability and compliance with safety standards.
- Managed inventory of surgical supplies to guarantee timely availability for surgical procedures.
- Managed inventory of emergency medical carts to ensure preparedness for urgent medical interventions.
- Processed Cardio Cath lab TEE probes and instruments
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to streamline sterile processing workflows.
- Trained new staff on sterile processing protocols and safety measures.
- Documented sterilization processes according to hospital standards and regulations.
- Distributed sterile and non-sterile supplies and medical equipment upon request or case cart requisition.
- Validated the sterility of processed instruments by performing biological and chemical testing.
- Provided guidance and instructions to new staff members regarding sterile processing techniques.
Education
Associate of Arts - Science
Indian River State College
Ft. Pierce, FL 09.1992 - 06.1995
El Camino High School
Oceanside, CASkills
- Sterilization techniques
- Equipment maintenance
- Knowledge of instrumentation
- Documentation accuracy
- Communication with the OR and various departments
- Sterility assurance
- Problem solving
Certification
HSPA CRCST certification
Additional years worked in Sterile Processing
- 1997-2002 Jupiter Medical Center Jupiter, FL
Timeline
Sterile Processing Technician
Tri-City Medical Center
10.2002 - Current
Associate of Arts - Science
Indian River State College
09.1992 - 06.1995
El Camino High School