Graciela Aguilar
Houston,TX
Summary
Dynamic Sterile Processing Technician with proven expertise at Fort bend Surgery Center in optimizing surgical supply inventory and ensuring compliance with safety regulations. Adept in steam sterilization and fostering open communication within surgical teams, I excel in training staff and enhancing operational efficiency. Committed to maintaining the highest standards of instrument care and functionality.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Sterile processing technician
Fortbend surgery center
07.2025 - Current
- Managed inventory of surgical supplies and equipment for efficiency.
- Collaborated with surgical teams to prioritize instrument needs for procedures.
- Documented sterilization processes and maintenance activities accurately.
- Updated departmental policies and procedures as required by state regulations or accreditation bodies.
- Received incoming medical supply orders from warehouse by verifying shipments against receiving reports.
- Started equipment and observed gauges and equipment operation to detect malfunctions.
- 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.
- Ensured compliance with safety guidelines in accordance with OSHA regulations.
- Validated the sterility of processed instruments by performing biological and chemical testing.
- Reported any malfunctions or discrepancies in equipment to management immediately.
- Evaluated incoming product packaging for damage or contamination prior to stocking shelves.
Sterile processing technician
Houston Physician hospital
04.2023 - Current
- Cleaned, disinfected, sterilized, assembled, and ready for use, but on PRN basis.
- Sterilized surgical instruments using advanced sterilization equipment.
- Collaborated with surgical teams to prioritize instrument needs for procedures.
- Trained new staff on sterile processing protocols and safety procedures.
- Filled in for sick call ins, vacations and staff shortages.
- Prepared trays, instrument packs and surgical sets.
- Operated steam sterilizers, washer-disinfectors, ultrasonic cleaners, sterrad and other related equipment.
- Assembled instrument trays according to established protocols using aseptic technique.
- Inspected instruments for cleanliness, proper function and breakage by viewing instruments before assembly.
Sterile processing technician
HCA Bayshore Medical Hospital
07.2021 - 07.2025
- Knowledge to cleaning, wrapping, sterilization and caring for surgical instruments and sterilization machines.
- I'm very detail oriented and capable consistent accuracy in cleaning and sorting
- I work very well independently and as a team member
- Acted as a liaison between staff and the OR staff as well as with management.
- Answer phone calls for request of instruments and turnovers
- Troubleshoot delays missing trays and equipment issues.
- Assist with loaner instrumentation coordination and vendor compliance.
Education
Sterile Processing Certification -
Fortis College
Houston, Texas01.2021
Cosmetology Certification -
Houston Training School
Houston, Texas01.2012
Skills
- Sterile Processing
- Emergency Technician
- Steam Sterilization
- Critical Thinking
- Team Player
- Time Management
- Strategic Planning
- Open Communication
- Microsoft Office
- Leadership development
- SPM network
Certification
- Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation, Active
- Sterile Processing Certification, Active, 01/01/21
Clinical Externship Experience
Sterile Processing Technician Externship, 03/01/21, 04/30/21, HCA Pasadena Bayshore Medical Center, 400, Developed proficiency in setting assembly and sorting instruments in proper trays; became knowledgeable of Bowie dick test, Knowledgeable of proper cleaning/disinfecting of all instruments in decontamination room, Developed proficiency with ultrasonic cleaner, washer, and cart washer
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Sterile processing technician
Fortbend surgery center
07.2025 - Current
Sterile processing technician
Houston Physician hospital
04.2023 - Current
Sterile processing technician
HCA Bayshore Medical Hospital
07.2021 - 07.2025
Sterile Processing Certification -
Fortis College
Cosmetology Certification -
Houston Training School