Marika Martin

Set up case carts by tracking instruments, setting trays, operating the cart washer, and performing decontamination through sterilization and wrapping. Maintained proper handling of clean and infectious waste and distributed sterile supplies, instruments, and equipment.

Learned radiographic positioning and applied ALARA principles to help keep radiation exposure as low as reasonably achievable. Practiced aligning the central ray and image receptor, selecting kVp/mAs settings by patient size and exam type, and evaluating basic image quality for positioning errors.

Prepared case carts by tracking instruments, setting trays, operating the cart washer, and completing decontamination, sterilization, and wrapping. Maintained infection control standards while distributing sterile supplies, instruments, and equipment.

Supported sterile processing workflows by tracking instruments, setting trays, operating the cart washer, and performing decontamination, sterilization, and wrapping. Organized supply items, instruments, and equipment while properly handling clean and infectious waste.

Assembled and sterilized instrument trays, restocked crash carts, and organized and stored sterile supplies. Managed inventory control by reordering items and checking expiration dates, and performed manual and ultrasonic cleaning to remove contaminants before decontamination.

Assisted adults with mental disabilities with daily living tasks and functional skills. Supported feeding, money skills, communication, and behavior while maintaining a compassionate and structured environment.

Completed sterile processing training by assembling and preparing instrument trays for sterilization. Supported safe handling and preparation of sterile supplies and equipment in a clinical environment.

Provided in-home senior care including dressing, light cleaning, and assistance with bathroom and feeding. Performed medication reminders and supported daily safety and comfort.

Currently enrolled in a Limited X-ray tech / Medical Assistant program at Medical Career College of Northern California.

Completed a Sterile Processing Technician training program and earned a certificate from Altamont Healthcare.

Completed a Nursing Assistant training program and earned a certificate from Kash Career College.

Completed general studies and earned a high school diploma through California Virtual Academy (remote).