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Anthony Aguilar

Granada Hills,CA

Summary

Dedicated Sterile Processing Technician with proven expertise at Northridge Advanced Surgery Center in steam sterilization and infection control. Recognized for enhancing patient safety through meticulous instrument preparation and maintaining compliance with regulatory standards. Strong problem-solver adept at managing sterilization equipment, ensuring high-quality outcomes in surgical settings.

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience

Work History

Sterile Processing Technician

Northridge Advanced Surgery Center
10.2024 - 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.
  • 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.
  • Maintained clean and organized sterile processing areas to prevent contamination of instruments and equipment.
  • Recorded biologicals and test results.
  • Operated specialized equipment using steam, gas and chemical methods to sterilize equipment.

Office Assistant

Salam Alkaspooles, MD
01.2024 - Current
  • Ensured HIPAA compliance by adhering to strict confidentiality guidelines when handling sensitive patient information.
  • Permanently deleted and destroyed PHI that is no longer needed or required to be obtained.
  • Printed and photocopied documents at the request of the office manager.
  • Properly Shredding/destroying office documents.
  • Supported medical staff by providing organized and accurate medical records.

Food Service Worker

Menchies Yogurt
08.2023 - Current
  • Utilized strong multitasking skills to manage multiple orders simultaneously without compromising quality or accuracy.
  • Maintained clean, trash-free workspaces to maximize productivity and safety.
  • Supported team members during peak hours, ensuring smooth operations and minimal wait times for customers.
  • Restocked supplies and prepared additional ingredients during downtime for expected busy periods.
  • Maintained safety standards by properly handling food and adhering to sanitation guidelines.
  • Greeted customers at counter to fulfill requests and answer questions.
  • Operated cash register accurately, managing transactions efficiently while providing excellent customer service.

Sterile Processing Technician-intern

Henry Mayo Newhall Hospital
03.2025 - 06.2025
  • Assessed instruments, equipment, and containers to promote cleanliness and proper functioning.
  • Decontaminated surgical instruments to remove bacteria and other contaminants before sterilization.
  • Ensured timely availability of surgical instruments by prioritizing urgent requests and efficiently managing workload.
  • Inspected sterile package integrity prior to distribution.
  • Verified and maintained proper documents and records for sterilization.
  • Corrected instrument sets according to current standards and established count sheets and instrument tracking systems.
  • Achieved high levels of accuracy in record-keeping, logging important data related to sterilization cycles and equipment usage.
  • 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.
  • Enhanced patient outcomes by ensuring the consistent provision of high-quality, sterile medical equipment and supplies during surgical procedures.
  • Identified parameters and sterilization method required for each item to be sterilized.
  • Maintained detailed records of sterilization cycles, contributing to hospital's compliance with regulatory standards.

Education

Sterile Processing Certification - Central Service Sterile Processing

Glendale Career College
Glendale, CA
07-2025

General Studies

Granada Hills Charter High School
Granada Hills, CA
06-2022

Skills

  • Steam sterilization
  • Decontaminating surgical instruments
  • Decontamination procedures
  • High-level disinfection
  • Manual cleaning
  • Assembling case carts
  • Recording biologicals
  • Instrument sterilization
  • Case cart assembly
  • Infection control
  • Picking instruments
  • Quality control
  • Low-temperature sterilization
  • Surgical instrument knowledge

Timeline

Sterile Processing Technician-intern

Henry Mayo Newhall Hospital
03.2025 - 06.2025

Sterile Processing Technician

Northridge Advanced Surgery Center
10.2024 - Current

Office Assistant

Salam Alkaspooles, MD
01.2024 - Current

Food Service Worker

Menchies Yogurt
08.2023 - Current

Sterile Processing Certification - Central Service Sterile Processing

Glendale Career College

General Studies

Granada Hills Charter High School

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