Cheri Higashimura
Buena Park,CA
Summary
Dedicated Sterilization Assistant at Patrick Yoshikane Dental, skilled in instrument decontamination and workplace safety. Enhanced patient safety through meticulous sterilization protocols and improved efficiency by maintaining an organized environment. Proficient in autoclave operation, demonstrating a commitment to excellence and teamwork in high-pressure settings.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
Sterilization Assistant
Patrick Yoshikane Dental
05.2025 - Current
- Ensured compliance with infection control guidelines by strictly following established protocols for sterilization procedures.
- Increased patient safety through proper handling, packaging, and storage of sterilized equipment.
- Improved sterilization efficiency by maintaining a clean and organized work environment.
Back Office Assistant
Randall Kanemaki Dental
04.2002 - 03.2025
- Monitored and updated inventory levels and maintained accurate records of inventory and stock movements.
- Sterilize instruments
- Stocked supplies
- checked patient benefits
Recovery Clerk
Big Lots Stores, Inc.
12.2001 - 04.2002
- Maintained a clean and organized store environment, contributing to an improved shopping experience for customers.
- Returned items to correct location on sales floor following established display requirements for appearance.
- Assisted other teammates with additional duties
Ride Operator
Knotts Berry Farm
05.1999 - 10.2000
- Engaged safety devices and monitored attraction during operation to reduce safety risks.
- Followed posted height and age restrictions and denied access to attraction for guests under minimum requirements.
- Followed safety procedures for operating and loading and unloading passengers from amusement park rides.
Education
Associate of Arts - Fine Arts
Cypress College
Cypress, CA06-2001
High School Diploma -
John F. Kennedy High School
Buena Park06-1995
Skills
- Instrument decontamination
- Workplace safety
- Cleaning protocols
- Personal protective equipment
- Autoclave operation
- Instrument sterilization
Timeline
Sterilization Assistant
Patrick Yoshikane Dental
05.2025 - Current
Back Office Assistant
Randall Kanemaki Dental
04.2002 - 03.2025
Recovery Clerk
Big Lots Stores, Inc.
12.2001 - 04.2002
Ride Operator
Knotts Berry Farm
05.1999 - 10.2000
Associate of Arts - Fine Arts
Cypress College
High School Diploma -
John F. Kennedy High School