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Indya Hawthorne

Salinas,CA

Summary

Motivated and detail-oriented individual seeking to begin a career as a Sterile Processing Technician. Strong understanding of cleanliness, organization, and safety standards, with a commitment to ensuring proper sterilization of medical instruments and supporting patient care.

Overview

28
28
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Director

Kids Play Inc
Salinas, CA
10.1998 - Current
  • Developed and implemented curriculum fostering early childhood development and learning.
  • Provided training and professional development for teachers.
  • Managed program paperwork and child records to comply with state requirements.
  • Engaged with parents and families to build positive relationships for children to thrive.

Sterile Processing Technician Intern (Dental)

Little Bristles
Salinas, CA
11.2025 - 02.2026
  • Operated sterilization equipment to ensure compliance with safety standards and protocols.
  • Packaged instruments and prepared dental trays for procedures.
  • Maintained sterilization logs and biological indicator records.
  • Monitored inventory levels to keep all medical equipment properly stocked.
  • Cleaned and decontaminated dental instruments including scalers, forceps, mirrors and handpieces.

Caregiver

Victorian Home Care
Monterey, CA
12.2020 - 11.2025
  • Provided personalized care to clients, ensuring comfort and safety in daily activities.
  • Assisted clients with mobility, grooming, and personal hygiene tasks to promote independence.
  • Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
  • Assisted patients with self-administered medications.
  • Transported individuals to events and activities, medical appointments, and shopping trips.

Education

Certificate - Sterile Processing Technician

Central Coast College
Salinas, CA
02-2026

High School Diploma -

Santa Teresa High School
San Jose, CA
06-1997

Skills

  • Relationship building
  • Strategic planning
  • Verbal and written communication
  • Decision-making
  • Strategies and goals
  • Organizational development

Certification

  • Basic Life Support, American Heart Association - 09/2027
  • CRCST, Healthcare Sterile Processing Association - 03/31/2027

Timeline

Sterile Processing Technician Intern (Dental)

Little Bristles
11.2025 - 02.2026

Caregiver

Victorian Home Care
12.2020 - 11.2025

Director

Kids Play Inc
10.1998 - Current

Certificate - Sterile Processing Technician

Central Coast College

High School Diploma -

Santa Teresa High School
Indya Hawthorne