Grecia Palmira Enriquez
Tempe,AZ
Summary
Bilingual and certified sterile processing tech with exceptional interpersonal skills. Experienced sterile processing worker and Core Technician at Mayo Clinic in Rochester, Minnesota with a proven track record. Demonstrated ability to quickly acquire new skills and work independently. Experienced in various surgical specialties, including neuro, cardiac, orthopedic, robotic, Da Vinci, Stryker, general, and consignments. Proficient in bariatrics, lap choles, and pelvicopy assembly. Currently contributing to a high-volume trauma facility with an average of over 70 surgeries performed daily.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified Sterile Processing Technician III
HonorHealth
Scottsdale, AZ
02.2025 - Current
- Sterilized surgical instruments using autoclaves and chemical disinfectants.
- Inspected and maintained sterile storage areas to ensure compliance with safety standards.
- Collaborated with surgical teams to prepare instrument trays for various procedures.
- Disassembled contaminated instruments and prepared them for decontamination process.
- Participated in weekly team meetings to review product updates and changes in regulations.
- Restocked shelves with completed kits and supplies after each shift.
- Responded promptly to requests from operating rooms during surgery procedures when additional sterile supplies were needed.
- Distributed sterile and non-sterile supplies and medical equipment upon request or case cart requisition.
- Supported departmental initiatives to meet productivity standards and flexible staffing needs.
- Conducted daily rounds to collect equipment for processing and distributed equipment throughout facility to maintain required levels.
Sterile Processing Technician II
Banner University Medical Center Phoenix
04.2024 - 05.2025
- Wrapped trays, instrument packs, and sets.
- Verified and maintained proper documents and records for sterilization.
- Identified parameters and sterilization method required for each item to be sterilized.
- Corrected instrument sets according to current standards and established count sheets and instrument tracking systems.
- Recorded biologicals and test results.
- Inspected sterile package integrity prior to distribution.
- Picked instruments and supplies for surgeries.
- Assessed instruments, equipment, and containers to promote cleanliness and proper functioning.
- Operated specialized equipment using steam, gas and chemical methods to sterilize equipment.
- 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.
- Ordered and restocked supplies for decontamination and surgical areas.
- Decontaminated surgical instruments to remove bacteria and other contaminants before sterilization.
- Handled and disposed of sharps, biohazards and other hazardous materials in accordance with established protocols.
- Liaised between medical staff and medical equipment vendors.
- Collaborated with team members to achieve daily goals and meet company objectives.
Sterile Processing Technician I
Mayo Clinic Health System
04.2021 - 07.2022
- Inspected instruments for cleanliness, proper function and breakage by viewing instruments before assembly.
- Prepared trays, instrument packs and surgical sets.
- Readied instruments for sterilization procedures and completed decontamination protocols.
- Gathered and prepared instruments and surgical supplies.
- Set proper temperature, pressure and parameters for steam machines to prepare for instrument cleaning.
- Monitored biological and chemical wash solution to determine quality and consistency for decontamination of instruments and medical equipment.
- Distributed sterile and non-sterile supplies and medical equipment upon request or case cart requisition.
Surgical Core Technician
Mayo Clinic, Rochester, MN; St. Mary's Hospital Campus
04.2021 - 07.2021
- Set up equipment, tools and supplies for procedures and organize instruments as directed in surgeons' preference cards.
- Prepared and organized surgical trays for various procedures efficiently.
- Assisted surgeons by providing necessary tools during operations promptly.
- Collaborated with surgical team to ensure a smooth workflow during surgeries.
- Prepared suture kits for use in various types of surgeries.
- Organized supplies needed for surgery or other medical procedures in advance of scheduled operations.
- Collaborated with operating room staff to cultivate efficiency and prepare for scheduled and emergency procedures.
Education
Surgical Technology
Pima Medical Institute
Skills
- Team player
- Excellent Communication
- Dependable and Responsible
- SPM Software Proficiency
- Case Cart Assembly
- Instrument Sterilization
- Decontamination and Sanitation
- Problem Solving
- PPE Use
- Reliable and Trustworthy
- Leadership
- Sterilization procedures
- Staff training
- Multitasking and time management
- Quality assurance
- Attention to detail
Languages
English
Spanish
Certification
Certified Sterile Processing Technician
Timeline
Certified Sterile Processing Technician III
HonorHealth
02.2025 - Current
Sterile Processing Technician II
Banner University Medical Center Phoenix
04.2024 - 05.2025
Sterile Processing Technician I
Mayo Clinic Health System
04.2021 - 07.2022
Surgical Core Technician
Mayo Clinic, Rochester, MN; St. Mary's Hospital Campus
04.2021 - 07.2021
Surgical Technology
Pima Medical Institute