Patricia Vargas
Van Nuys,CA
Summary
Detail-oriented and motivated healthcare professional seeking an entry-level Sterile Processing Technician position. Recently completed a sterile processing technician program with instruction on surgical support, instrument sterilization, and maintaining aseptic environments. Committed to ensuring patient safety and infection control.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Medical Assistant
Los Angeles Liposuction Centers
Encino, CA
11.2021 - Current
- Manage front office operations including scheduling appointments, patient check-in, registration, and handling high-volume calls
- Coordinated surgical procedures, ensuring accurate documentation
- Collected payments and maintaining accurate financial records
- Performed back office duties such as rooming patients, taking vital signs, administering injections, and assisting with pre-operative care
- Prepared patients for surgery and assisted during procedures, ensuring safety and comfort
- Monitored patient vital signs during procedures and supported surgical team as needed
- Set up and maintained sterile operating room environments in compliance with safety standards
- Cleaned and sterilized surgical instruments to meet infection control protocols
Style Consultant
Target
Woodland Hills, CA
09.2024 - Current
- Maintained organized stock areas and sales floor, ensuring accurate inventory handling and restocking
- Followed company procedures for merchandise handling, cleanliness, and organization
- Demonstrated attention to detail and efficiency in a fast-paced retail environment
- Provided customer service while supporting overall store operations and workflow
Cashier
VP Discount
North Hollywood, CA
06.2018 - 11.2021
- Processed customer transactions accurately and efficiently in a fast-paced environment
- Stocked and organized merchandise to maintain a clean and orderly workspace
- Labeled and priced inventory, ensuring accuracy and attention to detail
- Assisted with ordering merchandise and maintaining appropriate stock levels
- Handled invoices and maintained organized records for inventory tracking
- Provided customer service while supporting daily store operations
Education
Sterile Processing Technician
Cengage
04-2026
Medical Assistant
Southern California Health Institute
North Hollywood, CA11-2021
Skills
- Sterilization & Decontamination Techniques
- Infection Control & Aseptic Practices
- Surgical Instrument Handling
- Inventory Management & Organization
- Attention to Detail & Accuracy
- Time Management & Team Collaboration
Certification
- CMA -Certified Medical Assistant
- BLS- Basic Life Support
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Style Consultant
Target
09.2024 - Current
Medical Assistant
Los Angeles Liposuction Centers
11.2021 - Current
Cashier
VP Discount
06.2018 - 11.2021
Sterile Processing Technician
Cengage
Medical Assistant
Southern California Health Institute