Catalina Torres Caballero
WATSONVILLE,California
Summary
Experienced Endoscopy Technician Specialist known for reliability and critical thinking. Expertise in flexible endoscope use, patient preparation, and high-level disinfection, contributing to enhanced workflow and patient safety.
Proven ability to collaborate effectively within team and adapt to changing needs. Highly reliable and results-driven with expertise in equipment maintenance, sterilization, and patient preparation.
Diligent Endoscopy Technician with 20 years of experience working in fast-paced clinical settings. Highly knowledgeable of various endoscopic procedures with success in anticipating patients' and physicians' needs when setting up for procedures. Prepared to bring talent, leadership, and expertise to growing team.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Endoscopy Technician Specialist
Dominican Hospital
Santa Cruz, CA
07.2015 - Current
- Assisted with preparation and setup of endoscopy equipment for procedures.
- Ensured adherence to infection control protocols during patient care.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to optimize patient flow and scheduling.
- Monitored patients' vital signs and reported any changes promptly.
- Trained new staff on equipment handling and safety standards.
- Implemented process improvements that enhanced workflow efficiency in the endoscopy unit.
- Advanced skillset through participation in specialized trainings on various types of endoscopic equipment, broadening capabilities as a technician.
- Set up endoscopy suites with equipment and supplies needed for procedures.
- Handled inventory and preparation for upcoming procedures by ordering supplies and ensuring rooms were stocked and set-up for patients.
- Efficiently set-up and tore down procedure rooms in preparation for upcoming procedures.
- Reduced risk of infection through meticulous cleaning, disinfection, and maintenance of endoscopes and accessories.
- Demonstrated commitment to continuous improvement initiatives within the department, participating in regular staff meetings focused on enhancing performance standards.
- Maintained all safety protocols and processes when cleaning, disinfecting and sterilizing endoscopes and related equipment.
- Handled transfers of scopes to various departments for maintenance and routine repairs.
- Streamlined workflow within the endoscopy unit by effectively coordinating room schedules and ensuring prompt turnaround times between procedures.
- Assisted with transportation of scopes for repairs and maintenance.
- Prepared for upcoming procedures by effectively setting up and tearing down rooms.
- Kept detailed track of inventory levels and placed orders for new supplies.
- Ordered supplies efficiently to maintain optimal stock levels for projected operational demands.
Education
No Degree - ENDOSCOPY COURSE
SGNA
Bachelor of Science - BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION
Keiser University
Fort Lauderdale, FL06-2010
Skills
- Flexible endoscope use
- Patient preparation
- Measuring vital signs
- Biopsy handling
- Endoscopic procedures
- High-level disinfection
- Room preparation
- Equipment maintenance
- Instrument care
- Endoscope disinfection
- Maintaining quality assurance standards
- Endoscopy room setup
- Endoscope reprocessing
- Maintaining endoscopic equipment
- Device repair
- Scope troubleshooting
- Time management
- Multitasking
- Basic life support
- Reliability
- Critical thinking
- Organizational skills
- Teamwork and collaboration
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Endoscopy Technician Specialist
Dominican Hospital
07.2015 - Current
No Degree - ENDOSCOPY COURSE
SGNA
Bachelor of Science - BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION
Keiser University