Jessica Alongi
Rock Island,IL
Summary
Seasoned Sterilization Specialist with a robust background at Community Health Care INC., excelling in sterilization oversight and team leadership. Demonstrated expertise in autoclave maintenance, compliance auditing, and effective multi-location communication. Proven ability to enhance sterilization protocols and staff training, ensuring Joint Commission compliance and improving clinic operations.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Sterilization Specialist
Community Health Care INC.
09.2021 - Current
- Oversee sterilization processes for all medical and dental clinics
- Perform daily, weekly, and monthly autoclave maintenance
- Audit sterilization logs and autoclave receipts to ensure compliance with criteria
- Enter and verify daily spore testing data for all clinics
- Communicate with off-site clinics and transport instruments to meet sterilization needs
- Train staff on sterilization protocols and compliance measures
Lead Dental Assistant
Community Health Care INC.
12.2015 - 09.2021
- Managed team schedules to ensure adequate coverage for all dentists
- Approved PTO requests and timecards; managed unplanned absences
- Conducted audits for Joint Commission compliance across all clinics
- Traveled to multiple clinic locations to provide hands-on support
Dental Assistant
Community Health Care INC.
03.2015 - 12.2015
- Provided chairside assistance to dentists during procedures
- Performed sterilization duties and maintained equipment
- Supported patient care and clinic operations
Education
Dental Assisting Technologies -
Moline, IL11.2012
Blackhawk College
Moline, IL01.1999
Skills
- Sterilization and Infection Control Oversight
- Autoclave Maintenance and Compliance Auditing
- Spore Testing and Data Management
- Team Leadership and Scheduling
- Timecard and PTO Approval
- Chairside Dental Assistance
- Joint Commission Compliance Auditing
- Effective Communication with Multi-Location Teams
Certification
- DOT Certified
- Registered Dental Assistant (RDA)
- Prophylaxis (PROPHY) Certified
References
- Mackenzie Fugate, (309) 373-5237
- Dr. Mark Stumphy, (563) 275-9704
- Alejandra Gutierrez, (309) 912-8042
- Breana Scherler, (563) 343-0817
- Jennifer Bullock, (536) 940-0167
- Sarah Wallace, (563) 260-2612
Timeline
Sterilization Specialist
Community Health Care INC.
09.2021 - Current
Lead Dental Assistant
Community Health Care INC.
12.2015 - 09.2021
Dental Assistant
Community Health Care INC.
03.2015 - 12.2015
- DOT Certified
- Registered Dental Assistant (RDA)
- Prophylaxis (PROPHY) Certified
Dental Assisting Technologies -
Blackhawk College
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