Lourdes Cabrera
Kingston,PA
Summary
Accomplished Sterile Processing Technician with a proven track record at Geisinger Wyoming Valley Medical Center, enhancing infection control compliance and ensuring the sterility of surgical instruments. Skilled in steam sterilization and adept at prioritizing urgent requests, demonstrating exceptional organizational abilities and a commitment to maintaining the highest standards of cleanliness.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Sterile Processing Technician
Geisinger Wyoming Valley Medical Center
04.2024 - Current
- Wrapped trays, instrument packs, and sets.
- Assessed instruments, equipment, and containers to promote cleanliness and proper functioning.
- Reduced risk of infections by maintaining a clean and sterile environment within the processing area.
- Increased compliance with infection control standards through regular inspection and maintenance of sterilizers.
- Ensured timely availability of surgical instruments by prioritizing urgent requests and efficiently managing workload.
Sterile Processing Technician
Vassar Brothers Medical Center
12.2022 - 03.2024
- Increased compliance with infection control standards through regular inspection and maintenance of sterilizers.
- Reduced risk of infections by maintaining a clean and sterile environment within the processing area.
- Supported surgical teams effectively by preparing instrument trays according to procedure requirements.
- Followed OSHA, FDA and AAMI guidelines related to sterilization in compliance with administrative regulations.
Sterile Processing Technician
Saint Francis Heart Hospital
04.2021 - 11.2022
- Tested sterilization equipment by performing regular checks and maintenance to keep instruments in working order.
- Decontaminated surgical instruments to remove bacteria and other contaminants before sterilization.
- Handled and disposed of sharps, biohazards and other hazardous materials in accordance with established protocols.
- Identified parameters and sterilization method required for each item to be sterilized.
Education
High School Diploma -
Norman Thomas High School
New York, NY06-1993
Skills
- Steam sterilization
- Decontaminating surgical instruments
- High-level disinfection
- Decontamination procedures
- Instrument decontamination
- Recording biologicals
- Sterile storage
Certification
- Certified Registered Central Service Technician (CRCST) - International Association of Healthcare Central Service Materiel Management (IAHCSMM).
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Sterile Processing Technician
Geisinger Wyoming Valley Medical Center
04.2024 - Current
Sterile Processing Technician
Vassar Brothers Medical Center
12.2022 - 03.2024
Sterile Processing Technician
Saint Francis Heart Hospital
04.2021 - 11.2022
- Certified Registered Central Service Technician (CRCST) - International Association of Healthcare Central Service Materiel Management (IAHCSMM).
High School Diploma -
Norman Thomas High School
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