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Ariel Alvarado Mejia

Los Angeles,CA

Summary

Certified and detail oriented Sterile Processing Technician with 10 years of comprehensive experience supporting operating rooms and specialty departments. Skilled in all areas of instrument reprocessing, including surgical sets, Otolaryngology, Urology, and GI scopes. Proficient in computerized tracking systems such as SPM, Censitrac, and T-Doc. Highly reliable with a strong focus on infection control, high-level disinfection, and meeting surgical demands efficiently. Thrives in dynamic healthcare environments and committed to patient safety and continuous improvement.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Certified Sterile Processing Technician

Keck Medical Center of USC
11.2025 - Current
  • Demonstrated commitment to excellence, consistently meeting or exceeding departmental performance metrics in a fast-paced environment.
  • Achieved consistent quality outcomes, closely following manufacturer guidelines for reprocessing reusable medical devices.
  • Improved patient safety by ensuring all surgical instruments were properly sterilized and assembled.
  • Collaborated with the surgical team, providing timely delivery of sterile equipment during surgeries.

Certified Sterile Processing Technician

UC San Diego
08.2025 - 11.2025

-Travel Sterile Processing Tech

Overlake Medical Center
04.2025 - 07.2025
  • Contract & Per Diem Roles

Proliance Surgeons – Edmonds Orthopedic Center
01.2025 - 07.2025
  • Contract & Per Diem Roles

Proliance Orthopaedics & Sports Medicine
01.2025 - 07.2025
  • Contract & Per Diem Roles

Harborview Medical Center
01.2025 - 04.2025
  • Contract & Per Diem Roles

Ronald Reagan UCLA Medical Center
09.2024 - 12.2024
  • Contract & Per Diem Roles

Peace Harbor Medical Center
11.2023 - 08.2024
  • Contract & Per Diem Roles

Kaiser Permanente West Side Medical Center
01.2024 - 04.2024
  • Contract & Per Diem Roles

GI Endoscopy Reprocessor

Virginia Mason Medical Center
06.2023 - 11.2023
  • Selected and prepared scopes and accessories for endoscopic procedures.
  • Processed GI diagnostic, therapeutic, and advanced endoscopy scopes.
  • Performed high-level disinfection and ran biological quality assurance tests.
  • Maintained accurate records using Apollo guidance and Navigation System for traceability and scheduling.

Sterile Processing Technician II

Virginia Mason Medical Center
07.2015 - 11.2023
  • Prepared, assembled, and sterilized surgical trays and instruments.
  • Operated steam autoclaves and maintained load records per facility protocols.
  • Used SPM to track instrument sets and tray readiness.
  • Conducted quality checks for instrument integrity and cleanliness.
  • Supported operating room teams with immediate and scheduled case needs.

Sterile Processing Technician II

University of Washington Medical Center
03.2023 - 06.2023
  • Assembled surgical sets and reprocessed a variety of scopes including Otolaryngology, Urology, and GI scopes.
  • Executed decontamination, sterilization, and packaging processes standards.
  • Logged and traced all equipment using T-Doc instrument tracking software.
  • Rotated and maintained sterile supply inventory.

Education

Sterile Processing Technician Program -

Renton Technical College
Renton, WA

High School Diploma -

Ballard High School
Seattle, WA

Associate of Applied Science - Radiography

Casa Loma College
Sherman Oaks, CA
08-2027

Skills

  • BLS and CRCST certified
  • 10 Years of Sterile Processing Experience
  • Surgical Tray Assembly & Instrument Sterilization
  • Otolaryngology, Urology & GI Scope Reprocessing
  • Advanced Endoscopy & Therapeutic Scopes
  • High-Level Disinfection & Decontamination
  • SPM, Censitrac, T-Doc – Instrument Tracking Systems
  • Autoclave Operation & Preventive Maintenance

Certification

  • CRCST – Certified Registered Central Service Technician (HSPA)
  • BLS Provider – American Heart Association
  • Certified Instrument Specialist (Awaiting Test)

Core Competencies

  • Biological & Diagnostic Test Monitoring
  • Infection Control & Compliance
  • Team Collaboration & OR Support
  • Per Diem & Travel Tech Flexibility

Timeline

Certified Sterile Processing Technician

Keck Medical Center of USC
11.2025 - Current

Certified Sterile Processing Technician

UC San Diego
08.2025 - 11.2025

Overlake Medical Center
04.2025 - 07.2025

Proliance Surgeons – Edmonds Orthopedic Center
01.2025 - 07.2025

Proliance Orthopaedics & Sports Medicine
01.2025 - 07.2025

Harborview Medical Center
01.2025 - 04.2025

Ronald Reagan UCLA Medical Center
09.2024 - 12.2024

Kaiser Permanente West Side Medical Center
01.2024 - 04.2024

Peace Harbor Medical Center
11.2023 - 08.2024

GI Endoscopy Reprocessor

Virginia Mason Medical Center
06.2023 - 11.2023

Sterile Processing Technician II

University of Washington Medical Center
03.2023 - 06.2023

Sterile Processing Technician II

Virginia Mason Medical Center
07.2015 - 11.2023

Sterile Processing Technician Program -

Renton Technical College

High School Diploma -

Ballard High School

Associate of Applied Science - Radiography

Casa Loma College
Ariel Alvarado Mejia