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Andres Mercado

El Monte,CA

Summary

Sterile Processing Technician trainee completing 400 hours toward CRCST certification with hands-on clinical experience in instrument assembly, sterilization, and storage workflows, and knowledge of decontamination processes. Strong focus on safety, instrument inspection, and infection control. Committed to maintaining high quality and patient safety.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience

Work History

Sterile Processing Technician Trainee (Externship)

UCI Medical Center
Orange, CA
02.2026 - 04.2026
  • Learned decontamination of surgical instruments following infection control protocols
  • Inspected, assembled, and packaged instrument sets for sterilization
  • Operated sterilizers and verified cycle parameters according to standards
  • Rotated through Decontamination, Assembly (Prep & Pack), Sterilization, and Storage areas
  • Conducted safety inspections of instruments; identified damaged or non-compliant items

Safety Inspector

Batavia Ladders Inc.
San Dimas, CA
03.2015 - 09.2025
  • Performed safety inspections of ladders and climbing equipment in compliance with OSHA standards
  • Identified defects and removed unsafe equipment from service
  • Maintained accurate documentation and inspection records
  • Ensured adherence to safety protocols and regulatory requirements
  • Communicated findings and recommendations clearly with customers

Education

High School Diploma -

Baldwin Park Unified School District Adult And Community Edu
Baldwin Park

Hospital Central Service

Premiere Career College
Baldwin Park
04.2026

Skills

  • Knowledge of decontamination workflow and infection control principles
  • Instrument inspection and assembly
  • Sterilization equipment operation (steam and low-temperature)
  • Safety inspection and quality control
  • Strong attention to detail
  • Time management in fast-paced environments

Timeline

Sterile Processing Technician Trainee (Externship)

UCI Medical Center
02.2026 - 04.2026

Safety Inspector

Batavia Ladders Inc.
03.2015 - 09.2025

High School Diploma -

Baldwin Park Unified School District Adult And Community Edu

Hospital Central Service

Premiere Career College