MAGGIE GONZALEZ
West Palm Beach,FL
Summary
Methodical professional with an organized approach and good multitasking skills. Experienced in decontaminating, sterilizing and testing medical instruments. Friendly and positive team player with good planning and problem-solving abilities. Well-versed in preparing carts and picking instruments and supplies for surgeries.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Endoscopy Technician
Palm Beach Gardens Hospital
Palm Beach Gardens, FL
11.2022 - 10.2024
- Use aseptic techniques to sterilize endoscopes, forceps, snares and other endoscopic tools and equipment.
- Transported and helped patients prior to and following procedures.
- Review procedure requirements to select and set up appropriate equipment and supplies.
- Measured vital statistics and applied monitoring equipment to prepare patients for procedures.
- Adhered to operating and safety procedures during cleaning, disinfecting and sterilizing endoscopes.
- Sterilized and distributed endoscopic instrumentation and equipment.
Sterile Processing Technician
Palm Beach Gardens Hospital
Palm Beach Gardens, FL
11.2022 - 10.2024
- Inspected instruments for cleanliness, proper function and breakage by viewing instruments before assembly.
- Prepared trays, instrument packs and surgical sets.
- Readied instruments for sterilization procedures and completed decontamination protocols.
- Packaged instruments into peel pouches and properly labeled pouches.
- Gathered and prepared instruments and surgical supplies.
- Recorded results of biological and diagnostic tests.
- Set proper temperature, pressure and parameters for steam machines to prepare for instrument cleaning.
- Monitored expired sterilization dates and rotated stock to minimize processing.
- Monitored biological and chemical wash solution to determine quality and consistency for decontamination of instruments and medical equipment.
Cleaning Supervisor
Marsden South
Margate, FL
07.2020 - 12.2021
- Supervised and supported housekeeping personnel to maximize quality of service and performance.
- Verified each completed building against standard plans to maintain consistency.
- Inventoried incoming supplies and placed items in stock for use by personnel.
- Reviewed employee performance and devised improvement plan to achieve goals.
- Placed housekeeping staff on specific shifts and room blocks based on abilities and daily requirements.
- Prepared work schedules for associates to promote proper staffing levels.
- Created schedules, shift reports and other business documentation to coordinate housekeeping needs.
- Sanitized and cleaned sinks, mirrors, toilets and showers.
- Checked inventory for required supplies and made lists for needed cleaning products.
Environmental Services Housekeeper
JFK North Campus
Riviera Beach, FL
06.2016 - 08.2020
- Disinfected public areas frequently and provided spot cleaning to maintain clean, welcoming atmosphere.
- Wiped down surfaces and refilled soap and hand sanitizer to prevent spread of germs.
- Kept trash cans empty by removing regularly from rooms, bathrooms and hallways.
- Helped prevent spread of infections by sanitizing surfaces, furniture and equipment.
- Dusted, swept and mopped to maintain clean, safe environment for clients.
- Responded quickly to calls for spills and other potentially dangerous situations.
- Maintained floors with regular sweeping, mopping and vacuuming.
- Exceeded facility standards regularly by working with detail-oriented approach.
Education
High School Diploma -
Jose E. Lugo
Puerto Rico05.1992
Skills
- Decontamination and Sanitation
- Case Cart Assembly
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Patient and Equipment Transport
- Attention to Detail
- PPE Compliance
- Surgical Equipment Tray Preparation
- Instrument Cleaning and Sterilization
- Equipment Inspection
- Sterilization Procedures
- Decontamination Procedures
- Assembling Packages
Languages
Languages
English
Full Professional
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
Certification
- RPT 131016
Timeline
Endoscopy Technician
Palm Beach Gardens Hospital
11.2022 - 10.2024
Sterile Processing Technician
Palm Beach Gardens Hospital
11.2022 - 10.2024
Cleaning Supervisor
Marsden South
07.2020 - 12.2021
Environmental Services Housekeeper
JFK North Campus
06.2016 - 08.2020
High School Diploma -
Jose E. Lugo