Jeisy Almodovar Aguirre
Visalia,C.A.
Summary
An attentive certified professional who is always willing to learn and improve my own skills with the help of my team or coworkers. Energetic and always willing to help others as teamwork helps run the business professionally and effectively. Educated on the training of infection control and on the basic knowledge needed to proceed with tasks of sterilization.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Sterile Processing Technician
Harbor UCLA Medical Center, LADHS
Torrance, CA
07.2024 - 04.2025
- Wrapped trays, instrument packs, and sets.
- Followed OSHA, FDA and AAMI guidelines related to sterilization in compliance with administrative regulations.
- Reduced risk of infections by maintaining a clean and sterile environment within the processing area.
- Enhanced patient safety by ensuring proper sterilization and packaging of medical equipment.
- Decontaminated surgical instruments to remove bacteria and other contaminants before sterilization.
- Ensured timely availability of surgical instruments by prioritizing urgent requests and efficiently managing workload.
- Inspected sterile package integrity prior to distribution.
- Tested sterilization equipment by performing regular checks and maintenance to keep instruments in working order.
- Recorded biologicals and test results.
- Handled and disposed of sharps, biohazards and other hazardous materials in accordance with established protocols.
- Picked instruments and supplies for surgeries.
- Responded to equipment malfunctions by troubleshooting and repairing broken and malfunctioning equipment.
- Increased compliance with infection control standards through regular inspection and maintenance of sterilizers.
- Facilitated positive working environment by mentoring new technicians, fostering team-oriented atmosphere.
- Optimized workflow within sterile processing department, allowing for quicker turnaround times and increased productivity.
- Collaborated with medical staff to confirm availability of medical equipment for patient care.
- Assessed instruments, equipment, and containers to promote cleanliness and proper functioning.
- Demonstrated strong problem-solving skills when troubleshooting issues with autoclaves or other sterilization equipment.
Sterile Processing Technician
Adventist Health Tulare Hospital
Tulare
04.2023 - 06.2024
- Cleans and decontaminates instruments and equipment according to the IFU established
- Ensures equipment is functioning properly by performing daily tests
- Makes sure equipment is sterile to prevent infections
- Assembles, cleans, & sterilizes instruments needed for surgeries and other non surgical procedures
- Constantly moving inventory and organizes trays using FIFO method
- Exams equipment for defects.
- Inspected instruments for cleanliness, proper function and breakage by viewing instruments before assembly.
- Ensured compliance with safety guidelines in accordance with OSHA regulations.
- Distributed sterile and non-sterile supplies and medical equipment upon request or case cart requisition.
- Reported any malfunctions or discrepancies in equipment to management immediately.
- Monitored inventory levels of supplies in order to maintain adequate stock at all times.
- Checked sterile supplies to detect outdated materials.
- Packaged instruments into peel pouches and properly labeled pouches.
- Disassembled contaminated instruments and prepared them for decontamination process.
- Followed infection control protocols while transporting soiled linen between departments.
- Delivered equipment to specified hospital locations or to patients' residences.
Food Service Worker
Kaweah Health Rehabilitation Center
07.2022 - 04.2023
- Checks food temperatures and/or prepares areas
- Operate cooking or bakery equipment as assigned
- Maintained high standards of customer service
- Works utility
- Sweeps, mops, restocks area.
Cook
University of Southern California- Keck Hospital
Los Angeles
11.2019 - 05.2022
- Portioned, prepared, cooked, and served patient meals for breakfast, lunch, and dinner
- Labeled and dated prep to keep people safe
- Cleaned and sanitized work area and became educated about the temperature danger zones on food and tools.
Food Service Worker
University of Southern California- Keck Hospital
Los Angeles
10.2019 - 11.2019
- Interacted with patients by assembling and delivering their food trays based on their diet and fulfilling their needs
- Provided excellent customer service daily to enhance customer experience
- Mastered the FIFO method to help benefit the company.
Education
BLS certification -
Certified Registered Central Service Technician, IAHCSMM -
High School Diploma -
Benjamin Franklin High School
06.2017
Skills
- Ability to work well in a team or independently, also able to multitask
- Strong attention to details based on the tasks given to me
- Have knowledge with infection control
- Provide excellent customer service to enhance customer experience
- Able to read, write and speak both fluently in English and Spanish
- Workflow efficiency
- Attention to detail
- Instrument Sterilization
- Sterilization Procedures
- Computerized Tracking
- Decontamination and Sanitation
- Assembly and Packaging
- Quality Control
- Processing Instruments
- Delivering Equipment
- Decontamination Procedures
- Equipment Testing
- Inventory Rotation
- Assembling Packages
- Recording Test Results
References
References upon request.
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Sterile Processing Technician
Harbor UCLA Medical Center, LADHS
07.2024 - 04.2025
Sterile Processing Technician
Adventist Health Tulare Hospital
04.2023 - 06.2024
Food Service Worker
Kaweah Health Rehabilitation Center
07.2022 - 04.2023
Cook
University of Southern California- Keck Hospital
11.2019 - 05.2022
Food Service Worker
University of Southern California- Keck Hospital
10.2019 - 11.2019
BLS certification -
Certified Registered Central Service Technician, IAHCSMM -
High School Diploma -
Benjamin Franklin High School