Kisbel Peralta
Paterson,NJ
Summary
Detailed, responsible, and team-oriented Bilingual Sterile Processing Technician; skilled in the decontamination and sterilization of surgical instruments and patient care equipment, assembling and packing surgical instrument trays, and maintaining and promoting infection control practices within the Sterile Processing Department. Highly-motivated Surgical Technologist student with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Surgical Technologist Student
Jersey City Medical Center, Newark Beth Israel
Jersey City, NJ
09.2023 - Current
- Maintained sterile field during surgical procedures by passing instruments to surgeon.
- Gathered all necessary supplies and equipment needed for operation.
- Adhered strictly to infection control protocols while performing duties in the OR suite.
- Cleaned and restocked operating room, gathering and placing equipment and supplies.
- Understood and followed oral and written directions.
- Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Set up OR tables with appropriate instrumentation based on individual surgeon preferences.
- Prepared sutures, dressings, and other items required for a wide range of surgeries.
Lead Sterile Processing Technician
Jersey City Ambulatory Surgery Center
Jersey City, NJ
08.2021 - Current
- Examined equipment to detect leaks, worn, or loose parts or other indications of disrepair.
- Maintained records of inventory or equipment usage, ordering medical instruments or supplies with low inventory.
- Installed and set up medical equipment with necessary hand tools.
- Performed daily decontamination and sterilization of instrumentation for surgical procedures.
- Recorded results of biological and diagnostic tests.
- Monitored activities within the Central Sterile Department ensuring that established policies are followed at all times.
- Coordinated with other departments such as nursing units to ensure necessary supplies are available when needed.
Sterile Processing Technician
Jersey City Medical Center
Jersey City, NJ
03.2021 - 08.2022
- Cleaned instruments to prepare for sterilization.
- Assisted hospital staff with patient care duties by providing patient transportation or setting up traction.
- Verified that all documents were completed accurately before releasing items from the sterile processing area.
- Operated steam sterilizers, washer-disinfectors, ultrasonic cleaners, dry heat ovens, and other related equipment.
- Maintained accurate records of all sterilized items, including item number, date, time, type of sterilizer used, and operator initials.
- Prepared trays, instrument packs and surgical sets.
- Stocked crash carts with appropriate medical supplies.
- Distributed sterile and non-sterile supplies and medical equipment upon request or case cart requisition.
- Received incoming medical supply orders from warehouse by verifying shipments against receiving reports.
Wax Specialist
JC Beauty & Spa
Fair Lawn, NJ
03.2019 - 04.2023
- Keep work stations clean and sterilized to ensure customer safety and schedule client appointments for services.
Sterile Processing Technician Intern
Mount Sinai Health System
New York, NY
09.2020 - 12.2020
- Decontaminate instrument trays, scopes and probes, and various patient care equipment
- Operate and load sterilizers (Steam and Sterrad) and ensure Biological and Bowie Dick tests are correctly performed
- Ensure sterilization records and labels are completed correctly by recording all items processed
- Receive, sort, process, assemble and sterilize surgical instruments according to departmental policies
- Maintained a clean and safe environment while observing all personal protective equipment standards, standard precautions, and infection control practices
- Assembled surgical instrument trays such as OB/GYN, Major & Minor, and D&C.
Wax Specialist
The Wax Coast
Secaucus
02.2018 - 03.2019
- Performed body waxing and built and maintained relationships with guests to maximize sales and profit.
Wax Specialist
European Wax Center
Rutherford
11.2016 - 02.2018
- Provided services to customers and achieved weekly and monthly sales goals.
Universal Banker
Columbia Bank
Oakland
02.2016 - 11.2016
- Assisted customers with banking transactions and opened and closed accounts.
Wax Specialist
European Wax Center
Wayne
09.2015 - 06.2016
- Perform waxing services and built reliable customer base to maximize sales.
Assistant Manager
Against All Odds
Wayne
11.2010 - 02.2016
- Managed store operations including staffing, scheduling, opening and closing, recruiting, training, and sales deposits
- Charged with handling customer escalations, ensuring merchandise standards, and maximizing sales projections.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Surgical Technology
Berkeley College
Little Falls, NJ05-2024
Certificate - Sterile Processing Technician
Berkeley College
12.2020
Certificate - Cosmetology License
Capri Institute
10.2013
Skills
- Critical Thinking Abilities
- Attention to Detail
- Teamwork and Collaboration
Websites
Certification
- IAHCSMM Certified Registered Central Service Technician (CRCST), 12/2020, 12/2020
- American Heart Association – BLS (CPR/AED), 07/2022
Timeline
Surgical Technologist Student
Jersey City Medical Center, Newark Beth Israel
09.2023 - Current
Lead Sterile Processing Technician
Jersey City Ambulatory Surgery Center
08.2021 - Current
Sterile Processing Technician
Jersey City Medical Center
03.2021 - 08.2022
Sterile Processing Technician Intern
Mount Sinai Health System
09.2020 - 12.2020
Wax Specialist
JC Beauty & Spa
03.2019 - 04.2023
Wax Specialist
The Wax Coast
02.2018 - 03.2019
Wax Specialist
European Wax Center
11.2016 - 02.2018
Universal Banker
Columbia Bank
02.2016 - 11.2016
Wax Specialist
European Wax Center
09.2015 - 06.2016
Assistant Manager
Against All Odds
11.2010 - 02.2016
Associate of Applied Science - Surgical Technology
Berkeley College
Certificate - Sterile Processing Technician
Berkeley College
Certificate - Cosmetology License
Capri Institute
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