Fidel Pascual
Foothill Ranch,CA
Summary
Clinical-focused healthcare professional with over 20 years of experience supporting orthopedic patients and surgical teams in acute care and operating room environments. Extensive background in joint mobility, patient positioning, sterile processing, and intraoperative support. Proven ability to collaborate with surgeons and OR staff in high-pressure settings, manage surgical instrumentation, and ensure case readiness. Seeking to leverage orthopedic an OR expertise into Clinical Specialist- Joint Replacement role.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Sterile Processing Technician II
CIACC Irvine
Irvine, California
04.2024 - Current
- Decontaminate, inspect, assemble, and sterilize surgical instruments in compliance with regulatory standards.
- Operate autoclaves, and verify sterilization parameters to ensure instruments' readiness for surgical cases.
- Assemble and prepare surgical trays, including sets used for orthopedic procedures.
- Maintain accurate documentation of sterilization cycles, biological indicators, and inventory.
Operating Room Support Technician
St. Joseph Hospital of Orange
Orange, California
04.2021 - 09.2023
- Supported operating room procedures by assisting with room setup, equipment readiness, and case turnover.
- Assisted with patient positioning, transfers, and transports, ensuring safety and comfort during surgery.
- Maintained sterile environments, and assisted with surgical equipment handling and organization.
- Collaborated closely with surgeons, nurses, and the anesthesia team to support OR workflow.
- Assisted in training and onboarding OR support staff.
Mobility Aide
St. Joseph Hospital of Orange
Orange, California
02.2019 - 04.2021
- Assisted with ambulation, transfers, and mobility throughout the hospital stay.
- Supported post-operative patients in improving strength, balance, and range of motion.
- Document patient mobility activities and progress in the EMR.
- Provide education on post-procedure precautions.
Physical Therapy Aide
Orange Coast Post Acute
Orange, California
05.2002 - 02.2019
- Assisted the physical therapist with therapeutic exercises and rehabilitation programs.
- Support patients recovering from orthopedic and surgical procedures.
- Ensure a safe, organized therapy environment, and proper equipment use.
- Collaborated with PT to assist in assessment and modifications to plan of care.
Education
Certified Sterile Processing -
Martinson College
Fullerton, CA01-2024
GED -
Coast Community College
Costa Mesa, CA06-2016
High School Diploma -
St. Joseph High School
Philippines03-1991
Skills
- Operating room support
- Joint replacement and orthopedic exposure
- Surgical instrumentation
- Patient positioning and transfers
- Sterile technique and infection control
- surgeon and clinical support team
- OR equipment, ent setup, and turnover
- Staff training and communication
Certification
Certified Sterile Processing Technician II
Timeline
Sterile Processing Technician II
CIACC Irvine
04.2024 - Current
Operating Room Support Technician
St. Joseph Hospital of Orange
04.2021 - 09.2023
Mobility Aide
St. Joseph Hospital of Orange
02.2019 - 04.2021
Physical Therapy Aide
Orange Coast Post Acute
05.2002 - 02.2019
Certified Sterile Processing -
Martinson College
GED -
Coast Community College
High School Diploma -
St. Joseph High School