CECILIA M. RUBIN
Hemet,California
Summary
Detail-oriented Sterile Processing Technician with extensive expertise in surgical instrumentation processing techniques and steam sterilization. Upholds the highest standards of cleanliness and accuracy in inventory management and record-keeping. Proficient in training team members and effectively resolving conflicts, fostering a collaborative work environment. Bilingual in English and Spanish, enhancing communication and service delivery in diverse settings.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Lead Sterile Processing Technician
Rancho Springs Hospital
Murrieta, CA
04.2025 - Current
- Ensured all medical instruments and equipment were properly cleaned and sterilized.
- Assembled surgical instrument trays and ensured their availability for medical procedures performed in the OR.
- Performed routine daily tests on steam autoclaves, washers, ultrasonic and V-pro machines.
- Maintained accurate records of sterilized items and equipment inventory.
- Assisted medical staff in locating and retrieving needed supplies.
- Proficient in the program Censitrac as well as trained new employees on proper techniques associated with decontamination and sterilization processes.
Animal Care Technician
EMD Millipore
Temecula, CA
09.2017 - 02.2018
- Provide animal care and husbandry support for the vivarium.
- Perform cage changing, feeding, watering and general health observations.
- Ensure the vivarium set up and workflow is ideal and meets IACUCC standards.
- Clean, sanitize, and maintain all vivarium equipment and caging materials.
- Perform IP, IV and IM injections, splenectomy, retro orbital blood collection and ascites tapping.
- Assist in the transfer process to the manufacturing department as requested.
Education
St. Joseph High School
Brooklyn, NYSkills
- Surgical instrumentation processing techniques
- Cleaning and packaging sterile supplies
- Steam sterilization
- Continuous Quality Improvement
- Training individuals
- Conflict resolution
- Attention to detail
- Communication skills
- Ability to work under pressure
- Bilingual in English and Spanish
Certification
CRCST
Timeline
Lead Sterile Processing Technician
Rancho Springs Hospital
04.2025 - Current
Animal Care Technician
EMD Millipore
09.2017 - 02.2018
St. Joseph High School