Job Search Status
Open to workDesired start date: Flexible
Open To Work
Makala Buford
Los Angeles,CA
Work Preference
Summary
Result-driven professional with expertise in high-volume data management and documentation accuracy. Ensures compliance and operational efficiency while managing surgical instrument data and workflow coordination across departments. Seeking remote roles that prioritize attention to detail and effective communication.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Sterile Processing Technician
Cedars-Sinai Medical Center
Beverly Hills, CA
08.2024 - Current
- Document sterilization processes and logs with a near 100% accuracy rate while adhering to strict regulatory standards
- Enter, track, and maintain accurate data for 50+ surgical instrument sets daily, ensuring proper documentation and traceability
- Utilize Epic and internal systems to review surgical schedules, verify case readiness, and maintain data accuracy across departments
- Managed high-volume workloads in fast-paced environments, prioritizing urgent and add-on cases to meet surgical needs
- Communicated real-time updates to surgical teams, enhancing workflow coordination and ensuring timely procedures
- Maintained inventory tracking and updated systems for 100+ instruments per shift, ensuring availability and accuracy for surgical operations
Wax Specialist
European Wax Center
Marina Del Rey, CA
05.2022 - 08.2024
- Provided high-quality customer service and managed appointment details to enhance client satisfaction
- Maintained detailed client records and scheduling data for 20+ clients daily to support personalized service
- Ensured documentation accuracy and compliance with company procedures to uphold sanitation standards
- Managed multiple client interactions simultaneously while maintaining organization and efficiency
Retail Sales Associate
Nordstrom
Santa Monica, CA
01.2020 - 03.2022
- Assisted customers in-store and online, ensuring order accuracy and timely issue resolution
- Managed multiple priorities in fast-paced retail environment, maintaining attention to detail to enhance customer experience
- Processed high-volume transactions while ensuring accuracy of customer and sales records
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to streamline store operations and improve customer satisfaction
Education
CRCST -
HSPA, Formerly IAHCSMM
09-2025
Certificate of Completion - Sterile Processing
Central Sterilization Solutions
12-2023
Licensed Cosmetologist -
California Board of Barbering And Cosmetology
04-2022
Certificate of Technical Studies - Cosmetology
Paul Mitchell The School
Columbus, OH04-2022
Skills
- Data Entry & Data Accuracy
- Electronic Health Records (Epic)
- Documentation & Record Management
- Inventory Tracking Systems (SPM)
- Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook)
- Time Management & Multitasking
- Remote Communication & Team Collaboration
- Quality Assurance & Compliance
- Customer Support & Service
- Precision in Work
Timeline
Sterile Processing Technician
Cedars-Sinai Medical Center
08.2024 - Current
Wax Specialist
European Wax Center
05.2022 - 08.2024
Retail Sales Associate
Nordstrom
01.2020 - 03.2022
CRCST -
HSPA, Formerly IAHCSMM
Certificate of Completion - Sterile Processing
Central Sterilization Solutions
Licensed Cosmetologist -
California Board of Barbering And Cosmetology
Certificate of Technical Studies - Cosmetology
Paul Mitchell The School