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Irma Garza

Irma Garza

San Antonio,TX

Summary

Efficient Sanitation Technician with strong history of maintaining strict cleaning and sanitation standards. Upholding daily, weekly, and monthly equipment processing schedules to minimize contamination and infection risks. Devoted to safety and successful at completing orderly, high-quality work. Systematic professional with exceptional organizational, planning and multitasking abilities. Specializing in decontaminating and sterilizing instruments for use in medical procedures. Positive and upbeat with a team-oriented attitude. Detail-oriented Sterile Processing Technician with over [2] years of related experience. Excellent verbal and written communication skills with hardworking and diligent nature. Experienced in assembling carts and selecting instruments and supplies for procedures. Competent in performing and documenting test results, restocking supplies and managing records. Focused on working quickly and accurately to maintain efficient facility operations.

Work History

Home Health Patient Care Provider

Med Team Inc.
San Antonio, Texas
03.2004 - 10.2017
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
  • Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.

Staff Development Assistant

Methodist Specialty And Transplant Hospital
San Antonio, Texas
10.2017 - 09.2022
  • Learned and adapted quickly to new technology and software applications.
  • Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
  • Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects.
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
  • Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.

Sterile Processing Technician

Alamo Biologics
San Antonio, Texas
11.2022 - Current
  • Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
  • Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
  • Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
  • Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects.
  • Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
  • Learned and adapted quickly to new technology and software applications.
  • Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
  • Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
  • Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.

Education

GED -

Guadalupe Alternative Program
San Antonio, TX
09.1991

Skills

  • Steam Sterilization
  • Decontamination procedures
  • High-Level Disinfection
  • Manual Cleaning
  • Instrument Decontamination
  • Recording biologicals
  • Instrument Sterilization
  • Supply Replenishment
  • Ultrasonic Cleaning
  • Infection Control
  • Chemical Handling
  • Inventory Rotation
  • Equipment monitoring
  • Instrument storage
  • Assembly and packaging
  • Processing instruments
  • Recording test results
  • Instrument inspection
  • Sterilizer operation
  • Delivering equipment
  • Decontamination and sanitation
  • Instrument Cleaning and Sterilization
  • Attention to Detail
  • Critical Thinking
  • Infection control protocols
  • Documentation And Reporting
  • Steam Autoclaves Operation
  • Equipment Disinfection
  • Equipment Inspection
  • Equipment Preparation
  • Biohazardous waste disposal
  • Supply Restocking
  • Steam Sterilization
  • (SPT)
  • Specimen Collection
  • Inventory Management Software

Accomplishments

  • Achieved Staff Development
  • position by completing 3 years with accuracy and efficiency.
  • Achieved Team Lead position through effectively helping supervisors with 4 1/2 years of Housekeeping experience.

Certification

  • Decontamination Training
  • OSHA Covid-19 Exposure Prevention Plan Training
  • HIPAA & OSHA Training

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Sterile Processing Technician

Alamo Biologics
11.2022 - Current

Staff Development Assistant

Methodist Specialty And Transplant Hospital
10.2017 - 09.2022

Home Health Patient Care Provider

Med Team Inc.
03.2004 - 10.2017

GED -

Guadalupe Alternative Program
  • Decontamination Training
  • OSHA Covid-19 Exposure Prevention Plan Training
  • HIPAA & OSHA Training

Overview

21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certificate
Irma Garza