With a solid foundation in healthcare practices and a keen interest in sterile processing, I possess a strong willingness to learn sterilization techniques and infection control standards. My primary focus is on ensuring the highest level of safety for patients. Ready to utilize and further develop organizational and technical skills in a supervisory role to contribute to the efficient functioning of healthcare facilities.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
SPD Technician
Arrowhead Regional Medical Center
08.2021 - Current
Ensured accurate record-keeping related to sterilization cycles, load contents, temperature charts, and other essential data points for auditing purposes.
Kept up-to-date with industry advancements through attendance at relevant conferences, workshops, or continuing education courses as appropriate.
Consistently met established deadlines for instrument processing, contributing to the overall efficiency and effectiveness of surgical services.
Enhanced team collaboration by providing training support for new SPD technicians on best practices.
Facilitated smooth transitions between shifts by effectively communicating pertinent information about ongoing cases or issues with incoming colleagues.
Collaborated with operating room staff to ensure optimal communication regarding special instrument requests or concerns.
Played an integral role in departmental accreditation efforts by ensuring adherence to guidelines set forth by applicable regulatory bodies.
Assisted in maintaining regulatory compliance by conducting regular audits on sterilization processes and documentation.
Automotive Technician
Audi Temecula
11.2010 - 03.2020
Followed detailed checklists to ensure every component in a vehicle got inspected
Tested vehicle components in order to identify issues more quickly
Worked with insurance companies to help drivers recently in accidents to get the most out of their coverage
Maintained cleanliness of work area and reduced workplace injuries
Performed routine maintenance jobs on vehicles
Repaired leaks in radiators and rebuilt cylinder blocks
Replaced headlights to improve visibility
Rewired electrical systems for enhanced efficiency
Took vehicle for test drives and used compression gauges and infrared engine analyzer to find problems
Tore down then rebuilt assemblies
Effectively communicated with other employees and upper management to ensure complete care of customers
Fulfilled administrative duties, including: completing and filing paperwork, directing a multi-line phone and setting appointments
Coordinated necessary services with the IT department to ensure computers and other equipment were in good working order
Drove safely in inclement weather such as rain, snow and thunderstorms
Obeyed traffic regulations and laws on local, state and federal levels
Experience in the maintenance and operation of electrical, mechanical, air conditioning equipment and systems
Skills in use of various telephone systems
Sales and Technician
Automotive Connoisseur Group
01.2005 - 10.2010
Accepted and processed customer payments in cash, credit cards and checks, checking for validity
Acknowledged customer issues and resolved their problems quickly and efficiently
Collaborated with colleagues to discuss market information and strategies
Contacted existing and new customers to discover their needs and to explain how certain products could be useful to them
Effectively communicated with other employees and upper management to ensure complete care of customers
Assisted clients in understanding their available options and helped them select the right service plans for their needs
Fulfilled administrative duties, including: completing and filing paperwork, directing a multi-line phone and setting appointments
Emphasized the specific product features that would stand out to customers, showing them product limitations and capabilities
Evaluated the customers’ needs and provided service options to meet their requirements
Greeted customers and offered them assistance where possible
Identified prospective customers through use of business directories, conferences, trade shows and by following existing clients’ leads
Informed customers about current promotions and sales, encouraging them to take advantage
Educated customers about product options to exceed their experience
Guaranteed scheduled maintenance takes place to prevent damage
Kept records of inventory and placed orders to replenish stock
Sales Associate
K-Mart
07.1999 - 01.2005
Comply with inventory control procedures
Assess customer’s needs and provide assistance and information about the product
Ensure high levels of customer satisfaction by delivering excellent sales and service
Maintain in-stock supply and merchandise products on the sales floor
Process point of sale purchases and handle returns of merchandise
Accepted customer payments, and made change when necessary
Answered customers’ questions on purchases, store policies, and store returns
Counted the cash in the register at the start and end of each shift
Interacted in a pleasant and friendly way with store guests
Performed duties such as mopping, organizing shelves, and marking prices
Verified customers’ ages for legal compliance with products such as alcohol and tobacco