Denice Velazque Ramirez
Fairfield,CA
Summary
Dedicated healthcare professional with over 7 years of experience at Northbay Medical Center, beginning as Nutrition Associate l and advancing to Nutrition Associate ll through strong work ethic and commitment to patient care. Motivated to expand my clinical knowledge, I earned my Sterile Processing Technician Certification and successfully completed 400 hours of clinical training in instrument reprocessing, decontamination, assembly, sterilization and endoscope reprocessing. Currently contributing to both departments, bring a unique combination of patient focused service and technical expertise. I am eager to transition into a full time SPD role where I can fully commit and continue growing professionally and support exceptional patient care and surgical services
Overview
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1
Certification
2027
2027
years of professional experience
Work History
Sterile Processing Technician
NorthBay Medical Center
Fairfield, CA
03.2026 - Current
- Organized and maintained sterile supplies in preparation for surgical procedures.
- Cleaned contaminated instruments from operating rooms and procedures areas.
- Performed endoscope leak testing, manual cleaning and operating OER
- Collaborated with surgical staff to prioritize instrument needs for upcoming surgeries.
- Inspected and tested instrumentation for cleanliness and proper functioning before use.
- Assisted in inventory management of sterile supplies and equipment as needed.
- Operated steam sterilizers, washer-disinfectors, ultrasonic cleaners, endoscope reprocessor
- Stocked crash carts with correct medical supplies.
- Recorded results of biological and diagnostic tests.
Nutrition Associate 2 Diet aide
NorthBay Medical Center
Fairfield, CA
07.2020 - Current
- Collected and processed patient meal orders according to physician and dietitian guidelines.
- Prepared and delivered patient trays, snacks, and tube feedings while ensuring safety compliance.
- Partnered with registered dietitians for nutritional follow-ups and dietary monitoring.
- Verified patient identifiers to ensure accuracy and minimize errors.
- Maintained food safety standards and infection control protocols during meal service.
Sterile processing technician externship
Alta Bates Summit Medical Center Berkeley Campus
Berkeley, California
- Sterilized surgical instruments using autoclaves and chemical agents.
- Inspected and maintained equipment for proper functionality and safety standards.
- Followed infection control policies to minimize contamination risks.
- Monitored sterilization cycles to ensure compliance with health regulations.
- Prepared trays, instrument packs and surgical sets.
- Inspected instruments for cleanliness, proper function and breakage by viewing instruments before assembly.
- Operated steam sterilizers, washer-disinfectors, ultrasonic cleaners, dry heat ovens, and other related equipment.
- Maintained accurate records of all sterilized items, including item number, date, time, type of sterilizer used, and operator initials.
Education
Sterile Processing Technician Program - Sterile Processing Technician
Diversity Career College Vocational School
16360 Morgan Hill, Ca 9503706-2025
High School Diploma -
Armjo High School
Fairfield, CA06-2018
Skills
- Patient-centered care
- Compassionate service
- Clinical nutrition
- Food safety compliance
- Team collaboration
- Adaptability and multitasking
- Effective communication
- Bloodborne pathogen awareness
- Surgical instrument knowledge
- Inventory management
- Basic computer skills
- Decision making
- Emotional intelligence
- Customer service excellence
- Attention to detail
Certification
CRCST Central Service Technician ID# 668428
Timeline
Sterile Processing Technician
NorthBay Medical Center
03.2026 - Current
Nutrition Associate 2 Diet aide
NorthBay Medical Center
07.2020 - Current
Sterile processing technician externship
Alta Bates Summit Medical Center Berkeley Campus
Sterile Processing Technician Program - Sterile Processing Technician
Diversity Career College Vocational School
High School Diploma -
Armjo High School