Zack Kabagambe
Summary
Dedicated and detail-oriented Sterile Processing Technician with a passion for maintaining the highest standards of cleanliness and safety in healthcare settings. Seeking to leverage hands-on experience and technical skills in autoclaving and equipment sterilization to contribute effectively to PeaceHealth mission of providing superior patient care.
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Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Volunteer in E.D
Lakeridge Health Ajax Pickering Hospital
01.2024 - Current
- Welcoming patients and visitors
- Providing patients and visitors with appropriate and required assistance to find their destination within hospital
- Demonstrating effective communication with patients, visitors, and team members.
- Improved organizational efficiency by streamlining volunteer onboarding processes.
- Conducted surveys among service recipients to gauge satisfaction levels and identify areas needing improvement or expansion efforts.
Sterile Processing Technician
Butabika Mental Referral Hospital
08.2022 - 08.2023
- Enhanced patient safety by ensuring proper sterilization and packaging of medical equipment.
- Tested sterilization equipment by performing regular checks and maintenance to keep instruments in working order.
- Demonstrated strong problem-solving skills when troubleshooting issues with autoclaves or other sterilization 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.
- Operated specialized equipment using steam, gas and chemical methods to sterilize equipment.
- Ensured strict adherence to regulatory guidelines during decontamination processes, mitigating risks associated with improper handling of biohazardous materials.
- Handled and disposed of sharps, biohazards and other hazardous materials in accordance with established protocols.
- Picked instruments and supplies for surgeries.
- Assisted with development and coordination of medical equipment inventories.
Monitoring and Evaluation Officer
Uganda Youth Development Link
07.2015 - 07.2022
- Streamlined data processes that reduced errors by 15% and improved efficiency
- Implemented a monitoring system that tracked healthcare service utilization.
- Ensured compliance with donor requirements through diligent documentation and reporting practices.
- Conducted regular site visits, ensuring accurate data collection and timely reporting.
- Contributed to project planning efforts with a focus on realistic objectives and achievable targets.
- Advised senior management on strategies for improving program effectiveness based on evaluation results.
- Managed relationships with stakeholders to foster collaboration and information sharing.
- Provided relevant training to staff members on effective data management techniques.
Social Worker
Uganda Youth Development Link
12.2012 - 06.2015
- Improved client well-being by conducting comprehensive assessments and developing tailored intervention plans.
- Maintained regular contact with clients by calling and visiting clients' homes.
- Conducted home visits to assess living environment and facilitate access to necessary resources.
- Conducted home visits to assess family dynamics, providing guidance on effective communication strategies and conflict resolution techniques.
- Interviewed clients, families, or groups to assess situations, limitations and issues and implement services to address needs.
Education
Personal Support Worker Certificate -
Durham Catholic District School Board
Ajax, Ontario01.2024
Master of Science in Monitoring and Evaluation -
Uganda Martyrs University
Nkozi, Uganda11.2019
Bachelor of Social Work and Social Administration -
Kyambogo University
Kampala, Uganda12.2016
Skills
- Microsoft Word
- Positive Attitude
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Organized and Efficient
- Attention to Detail
- Computer Skills
- Adaptability and Dependability
- Relationship Building
Training And Certificates
- CPR and First Aid
- Break the chain of Transmission
- Work Health and Safety Awareness in 4 Steps
- Data entry and Statistical management Certificate
- Good Clinical Practice Certificate
- WHMIS Certificate
- Gentle Persuasive Approaches
- Food Handling
- Advocacy
Languages
English
Full Professional
Timeline
Volunteer in E.D
Lakeridge Health Ajax Pickering Hospital
01.2024 - Current
Sterile Processing Technician
Butabika Mental Referral Hospital
08.2022 - 08.2023
Monitoring and Evaluation Officer
Uganda Youth Development Link
07.2015 - 07.2022
Social Worker
Uganda Youth Development Link
12.2012 - 06.2015
Personal Support Worker Certificate -
Durham Catholic District School Board
Master of Science in Monitoring and Evaluation -
Uganda Martyrs University
Bachelor of Social Work and Social Administration -
Kyambogo University
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