Elsa Rodriguez
Santa Clarita,CA
Summary
*Detail-oriented Sterile Processing Technician with over 19 years of related experience. Excellent verbal and written communication skills with hardworking and diligent nature.
*Experienced in assembling carts and selecting instruments and supplies for procedures. Competent in performing and documenting test results, restocking supplies and managing records. Focused on working quickly and accurately to maintain efficient facility operations.
*Team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified Sterile Processing Technician
Kaiser Permanente
01.2019 - Current
- Inspected sterile package integrity prior to distribution.
- Recorded biologicals and test results.
- Wrapped trays, instrument packs, and sets.
- Verified and maintained proper documents and records for sterilization.
- Picked instruments and supplies for surgeries.
- Decontaminated surgical instruments to remove bacteria and other contaminants before sterilization.
- Followed OSHA, FDA and AAMI guidelines related to sterilization in compliance with administrative regulations.
Certified Sterile Processing Technician
White Memorial Hospital
04.2019 - 05.2023
- Inspected sterile package integrity prior to distribution.
- Recorded biologicals and test results.
- Wrapped trays, instrument packs, and sets.
- Verified and maintained proper documents and records for sterilization.
- Decontaminated surgical instruments to remove bacteria and other contaminants before sterilization.
- Maintained clean and organized sterile processing areas to prevent contamination of instruments and equipment.
- Followed OSHA, FDA and AAMI guidelines related to sterilization in compliance with administrative regulations.
- Handled and disposed of sharps, biohazards and other hazardous materials in accordance with established protocols.
Certified Sterile Processing Technician
UCLA Health
01.2004 - 09.2010
- Inspected sterile package integrity prior to distribution.
- Recorded biologicals and test results.
- Wrapped trays, instrument packs, and sets.
- Verified and maintained proper documents and records for sterilization.
- Decontaminated surgical instruments to remove bacteria and other contaminants before sterilization.
- Picked instruments and supplies for surgeries.
- Maintained clean and organized sterile processing areas to prevent contamination of instruments and equipment.
- Followed OSHA, FDA and AAMI guidelines related to sterilization in compliance with administrative regulations.
- Handled and disposed of sharps, biohazards and other hazardous materials in accordance with established protocols.
- Operated specialized equipment using steam, gas and chemical methods to sterilize equipment.
Education
High School Diploma -
Parkridge Adult School
Long Beach, CA06.2013
Surgical Technician -
Concord Career College
North Hollywood, CA02.2003
Skills
- Processing Instruments
- Universal Precautions
- Steam Autoclaves Operation
- Recording Test Results
- Sterilization Procedures
- Decontamination Procedures
- HIPAA Compliance
- Sterilizer Operation
Certification
- SPT - Sterile Processing Technician
Timeline
Certified Sterile Processing Technician
White Memorial Hospital
04.2019 - 05.2023
Certified Sterile Processing Technician
Kaiser Permanente
01.2019 - Current
Certified Sterile Processing Technician
UCLA Health
01.2004 - 09.2010
High School Diploma -
Parkridge Adult School
Surgical Technician -
Concord Career College
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