Kaden Navarro
Pearland,TX
Summary
Dedicated Sterilization Technician with proven expertise at Moon Family Dentistry in optimizing workflows and ensuring compliance with OSHA and FDA standards. Skilled in equipment sterilization and hazardous waste disposal, I excel in maintaining quality assurance and recording test results, contributing to a safe and efficient dental environment. I am looking to expand my knowledge involving chemical techniques as an entry level chemical process operator.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Sterilization Technician
Moon Family Dentistry
06.2023 - Current
- Sterilized and disinfected dental instruments to prevent growth of bacteria on instruments and surfaces, using American Dental Association protocols.
- Prepared trays with standard dental instruments to promote quick turnover from one patient to next.
- Operated and maintained steam autoclaves by using distilled water, checking for leaks and cleaning air traps and water sensors.
- Purged waste from dental equipment by connecting equipment to water sources and flushing water through systems.
- Received deliveries to stock supply closet and manage inventory of dental products and equipment.
- Wrapped trays, instrument packs, and sets.
- Inspected sterile package integrity prior to distribution.
- Verified and maintained proper documents and records for sterilization.
- Recorded biologicals and test results.
- Followed OSHA, FDA and AAMI guidelines related to sterilization in compliance with administrative regulations.
- Handled and disposed of sharps, biohazards and other hazardous materials in accordance with established protocols.
Education
High School Diploma
Pearland High School
Pearland, TX05-2025
Skills
- Workflow optimization
- Personal protective equipment
- Medical terminology
- Hazardous waste disposal
- Chemical handling
- Equipment sterilization
- Decontamination and sanitation
- Quality assurance
- Recording test results
- Preventive Maintenance
Timeline
Sterilization Technician
Moon Family Dentistry
06.2023 - Current
High School Diploma
Pearland High School
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