Antonica Pratt
3051 Gaywood St ,LA
Summary
Dedicated Medical Assistant with extensive experience at Advanced Cardiovascular Care Center, skilled in maintaining sterile environments and ensuring compliance with OSHA and FDA guidelines. Proven ability to support surgical teams effectively while demonstrating strong customer service and medical terminology knowledge. Committed to reducing infection risks through meticulous instrument decontamination and inspection.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Medical Assistant
Advanced Cardiovascular Institute
Shreveport, Louisiana
11.2024 - Current
- 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.
- Decontaminated surgical instruments to remove bacteria and other contaminants before sterilization.
- Inspected sterile package integrity prior to distribution.
- Tested sterilization equipment by performing regular checks and maintenance to keep instruments in working order.
- Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions, and prepared for physician examinations.
- Ensured patient safety and comfort during examinations, effectively addressing concerns and answering questions.
Sterile Processing Technician
Ochsner LSU Health Shreveport
Shreveport, Louisiana
12.2021 - 10.2022
- 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.
- Decontaminated surgical instruments to remove bacteria and other contaminants before sterilization.
- Inspected sterile package integrity prior to distribution.
- Tested sterilization equipment by performing regular checks and maintenance to keep instruments in working order.
- Assessed instruments, equipment, and containers to promote cleanliness and proper functioning.
- Ensured timely availability of surgical instruments by prioritizing urgent requests and efficiently managing workload.
Education
Certificate - Education
Ayers Career College
Shreveport, LA08.2025
Certificate - Certificate
Penn Foster College
Scottsdale, AZ10.2022
Certificate - Education
Fair Park High
Shreveport, LA03.2014
Skills
- HIPAA compliance
- Patient scheduling
- Customer service
- Medical terminology knowledge
- Medical terminology
- Electronic health records
- Medical procedures
- CPR
Timeline
Medical Assistant
Advanced Cardiovascular Institute
11.2024 - Current
Sterile Processing Technician
Ochsner LSU Health Shreveport
12.2021 - 10.2022
Certificate - Education
Ayers Career College
Certificate - Certificate
Penn Foster College
Certificate - Education
Fair Park High
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