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Gabriela Lopez

Gabriela Lopez

Concord,CA

Summary

Operating Room–focused EVS professional with experience in OR turnovers, terminal cleaning, and cardiac room preparation. Detail-oriented, safety-driven, and skilled in collaborating with surgical teams to support efficient patient care in fast-paced hospital settings. BLS certified.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience

Work History

Environmental Service Aide

Sutter Health
Oakland, CA
10.2023 - Current

• Perform Operating Room turnovers between procedures, ensuring rooms are fully cleaned, sanitized, and prepared according to infection control, safety, and hospital policies.

• Conduct terminal cleaning of operating rooms, including cardiac/heart rooms, following strict sterile and procedural standards.

Inspect OR suites for cleanliness, proper setup, and readiness prior to procedures, ensuring compliance with quality and Joint Commission standards.

Sanitize surgical beds, equipment, and high-touch surfaces, and set up beds based on specific surgical procedures and patient needs.

• Work closely with OR staff, nurses, surgical teams, and anesthesia to anticipate room needs and support efficient case flow.

• Demonstrate strong attention to detail and organization in a fast-paced, high-acuity surgical environment.

• Safely handle and use cleaning chemicals and equipment in compliance with hospital safety guidelines.

• Meet physical demands of the role, including pushing/pulling equipment and lifting up to 50 lbs.

Train and onboard new EVS staff in OR protocols, room turnover procedures, and hospital standards.

• Provide cross-training and support in other EVS areas as needed to maintain hospital operations.

Server/Prep Cook

Station 16
Brentwood, CA
02.2022 - 09.2023

• Worked efficiently in a fast-paced, high-volume environment requiring strong multitasking and time management.

• Maintained clean, organized, and sanitary workstations in compliance with health and safety standards.

• Communicated effectively with kitchen staff and front-of-house team to ensure smooth service flow.

• Demonstrated flexibility by assisting in multiple roles as needed to support team operations.

• Delivered courteous, timely service while managing competing priorities under pressure.

Manager/Server/Cook

Los Tacos De Pancho
Concord, CA
01.2010 - 04.2022
  • Conducted regular meetings with staff to discuss progress and identify areas of improvement.
  • Provided leadership during times of organizational change or crisis situations.
  • Enforced customer service standards and resolved customer problems to uphold quality service.
  • Trained employees on additional job positions to maintain coverage of roles.

Server/Cook

BJ's Restaurant & Brewhouse
Brentwood, CA
01.2021 - 03.2022
  • Worked efficiently in a fast-paced environment requiring strong organization and multitasking.
  • Maintained sanitation and cleanliness standards in compliance with health department regulations.
  • Accurately handled cash and point-of-sale transactions while following company procedures.
  • Collaborated closely with kitchen and front-of-house staff to ensure smooth workflow and timely service.
  • Demonstrated adaptability by assisting in multiple roles to maintain operational efficiency during peak hours.

Education

Certificate - Sterile Processing

Herzing University
Dearborn, MI

High School Diploma -

Northgate High School
Walnut Creek, CA

Skills

Operating Room Turnovers

Terminal Cleaning (OR & Cardiac Rooms)

Infection Prevention & Control

Joint Commission Standards

Patient Safety & Quality Assurance

Team Collaboration (OR, Nursing, Surgical Staff)

Training & Mentorship

Detail-Oriented & Highly Organized

Languages

  • English
  • Spanish

Timeline

Environmental Service Aide

Sutter Health
10.2023 - Current

Server/Prep Cook

Station 16
02.2022 - 09.2023

Server/Cook

BJ's Restaurant & Brewhouse
01.2021 - 03.2022

Manager/Server/Cook

Los Tacos De Pancho
01.2010 - 04.2022

Certificate - Sterile Processing

Herzing University

High School Diploma -

Northgate High School
Gabriela Lopez