Carla Valdivieso
Whittier
Summary
Focused professional well versed in wide range procedures. Adept in quickly preparing surgical suites per procedure and surgeon instructions. Expertise in sterile and aseptic techniques. Board certified by national board of surgical technology and surgical assisting.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
2
2
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
Instrument Technician
Whittier Hospital Medical Center
Whittier
02.2026 - Current
- Maintained and calibrated medical instruments for accurate performance.
- Assisted in inventory management of surgical equipment and supplies.
- Conducted routine inspections of equipment to ensure operational readiness.
Behavioral Interventionist
360 Behavioral Health
Bellflower
12.2025 - 02.2026
- Implemented individualized behavior intervention plans for clients.
- Assisted in conducting assessments to identify client needs.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop treatment strategies.
Surgical Technologist
Torrance Memorial Medical Center
Torrance
12.2024 - 03.2025
- First and second scrubbed 133 cases (General,Gynecology,Otorhinolaryngology ,Plastic,Genitourinary,Orthopedic)
- Assisted surgeons by preparing instruments and sterile fields for procedures.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of the surgical environment throughout operations.
- Collaborated with nursing staff to ensure timely availability of surgical supplies.
Education
National Center For Competency Testing - Surgical Technology
American Career College
Anaheim, CA 10.2023 - 05.2025
Skills
- Surgical instrumentation
- Equipment maintenance
- Patient safety
- Sterilization techniques
- Team collaboration
- Effective communication
Certification
- National center for competency testing
- BLS
Timeline
Instrument Technician
Whittier Hospital Medical Center
02.2026 - Current
Behavioral Interventionist
360 Behavioral Health
12.2025 - 02.2026
Surgical Technologist
Torrance Memorial Medical Center
12.2024 - 03.2025
National Center For Competency Testing - Surgical Technology
American Career College
10.2023 - 05.2025