Rocio Flores
Lynnwood,WA
Summary
Dependable and detail-oriented Lead Sterile Processing Technician with 18 years of related experience. Known for fostering positive work environments and achieving measurable improvements in efficiency and safety standards. Seeking an opportunity to expand my knowledge and skills. Focused on working quickly and accurately to maintain efficient facility operations.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Sterile Processing Technician
Overlake Medical Center and Clinics
Bellevue, WA
07.2021 - Current
- Increased team productivity by implementing effective communication strategies to foster collaboration
- Drove process improvements by collaborating with cross-functional teams and implementing best practices, resulting in streamlined workflows
- Promoted a positive work environment by resolving conflicts through open dialogue, reducing team turnover
- Ensured patient safety by decontaminating and sterilizing surgical instruments, equipment, and supplies according to established protocols
- Maintained compliance with safety guidelines by operating and maintaining autoclaves, ultrasonic cleaners, and other sterilization equipment, reducing risk of infection
- Reduced instrument downtime by inspecting instruments for damage or defects and promptly reporting issues for repair or replacement
- Facilitated efficient workflow by collaborating with surgical team members to anticipate instrument needs during procedures, minimizing delays
Materials Manager/Endoscopy Technician/Sterile Processing Technician
San Gabrie; Valley Surgical Center
West Covina, CA
03.2006 - 05.2021
- Updated and managed Physician Preference Cards using ENVI system, ensuring accurate data for supplies and implants used in surgical procedures
- Maintain a Monthly Expense Log for high-cost cases, supporting budget tracking and cost control
- Submitted accrual Log to Corporate at end of month as needed, ensuring timely and accurate financial reporting
- Assisted in Endoscopy procedures as a G.I. Technician under supervision of a Registered Nurse and Physician, supporting patient care
- Performed endoscope reprocessing and testing using ATP Protein test, ensuring equipment safety and compliance
- Conducted decontamination and sterilization of medical instruments to maintain infection control standards
- Computed Purchase Orders for purchasing supplies using ENVI and Advantx systems, maintaining inventory accuracy
Education
Central Registered Service Technician
Premiere Career College
Irwindale CA01-2006
Skills
- Decontamination procedures
- Workflow optimization
- Sterilization expertise
- Surgical instrumentation
- Excellent work ethic
- Dependable
- Positive Attitude
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Lead Sterile Processing Technician
Overlake Medical Center and Clinics
07.2021 - Current
Materials Manager/Endoscopy Technician/Sterile Processing Technician
San Gabrie; Valley Surgical Center
03.2006 - 05.2021
Central Registered Service Technician
Premiere Career College