Sabrina Marie Florez
San Jacinto,CA
Summary
Expert in infection prevention through sterilization, cleaning, processing, assembly, storage, and distribution of medical supplies and equipment. Participated in numerous surgical procedures, demonstrating strong teamwork and teaching abilities. Proven track record of working independently under pressure while effectively multitasking. Highly motivated with a strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Sterile Processing Department
Kaiser Permanente
Riverside, CA
12.2022 - Current
- Executed daily operations to streamline workflows and improve efficiency.
- Proposed innovative solutions to enhance team performance and exceed objectives.
- Resolved issues promptly, demonstrating strong problem-solving skills.
- Collaborated with diverse teams to achieve goals and address product-related challenges.
- Inspected and assembled trays for surgical procedures, ensuring accuracy and precision.
- Sterilized surgical instruments using autoclaves and chemical solutions to uphold safety standards.
- Operated sterilization equipment, including steam sterilizers and washer-disinfectors.
- Maintained comprehensive records of all sterilized items to ensure protocol compliance.
Surgical Technologist
Halo Diagnostics
Palm Desert, CA
05.2022 - 12.2022
- Prepared surgical instruments and equipment for various procedures to ensure readiness.
- Assisted surgeons during operations by providing necessary tools and supplies.
- Maintained sterile environment by adhering to infection control protocols.
- Educated new staff on best practices and safety guidelines for surgical assistance.
- Communicated with OR team members to facilitate smooth operations.
- Organized instruments and set up equipment according to surgeons' preference cards.
- Cleansed and disinfected operating rooms after procedures to uphold standards.
- Stocked supplies in OR rooms and efficiently restocked carts between cases.
Veterinary Assistant
Murrieta Pet Family Hospital
Murrieta, CA
07.2020 - 01.2021
- Check temps, patient history, medication, surgery prep, Xrays, run blood work, Patient after care
Surgical Technologist
West Coast Surgery Center Orthopedics
Palm Desert, CA
03.2020 - 05.2020
- Streamlined surgical schedules by organizing case preparations one day in advance.
- Supported surgeon in all aspects of surgery, enhancing overall operational flow.
- Ensured compliance with health standards through thorough sterilization of instruments.
- Conducted inventory assessments to verify stock levels and readiness for procedures.
- Checked equipment functionality using IFUs to ensure reliability during surgeries.
- Prepared surgical instruments and equipment for a variety of procedures.
Receptionist
Ybanez Sanitation
01.2018 - 01.2020
- Receive calls, make appointments, transfer calls, reschedule appointments
Internship Clinical Experience
Imaging Plastic Surgery Center
Riverside, CA
09.2019 - 10.2019
- Plastic endoscopic brow lift, Blepharoplasty Ophthalmology Pterygiums, Cataract Extraction with Phaco
- Muscle strabismus Correction, Penetration keratoplasty, Lacrimal duct and probing. Breast Augmentation, face lift and tummy tucks
Internship Clinical Experience
Riverside Community Hospital
Riverside, CA
07.2019 - 09.2019
- Set up cases for General, Orthopedics, GI, Vascular, Labor&Delivery, Nuero
- Maintains sterilization records per department protocol
- Properly loads & unloads sterilization cart items
- Provides supplies as needed for surgical procedures
- Promotes a positive work environment by practicing good communication, diversity awareness and teamwork
- Accesses Doctor preference cards and sets up case carts accordingly
- Uses knowledge and skills to utilize biological indicators in the sterilization process, adhering to quality control requirements
Courtesy Clerk
Stater Brothers Grocery Store
San Jacinto, CA
10.2015 - 05.2018
- Bag customers grocery's, help transfer calls, unloading customers grocery's in their car, assist helping customers to find what they're looking for and assist them to the correct aisle
Education
Diploma - SURGICAL TECHNOLOGIST
American College of Healthcare & Technology
Riverside, CA10-2019
High School Diploma -
San Jacinto High School
San Jacinto, CA01-2015
Diploma - Sterile Processing Technician
MedCerts
Skills
- Instrument sterilization
- Safety compliance
- Quality control
- Patient care
- Effective communication
- Problem solving
- Task delegation
- Professional development
Timeline
Sterile Processing Department
Kaiser Permanente
12.2022 - Current
Surgical Technologist
Halo Diagnostics
05.2022 - 12.2022
Veterinary Assistant
Murrieta Pet Family Hospital
07.2020 - 01.2021
Surgical Technologist
West Coast Surgery Center Orthopedics
03.2020 - 05.2020
Internship Clinical Experience
Imaging Plastic Surgery Center
09.2019 - 10.2019
Internship Clinical Experience
Riverside Community Hospital
07.2019 - 09.2019
Receptionist
Ybanez Sanitation
01.2018 - 01.2020
Courtesy Clerk
Stater Brothers Grocery Store
10.2015 - 05.2018
Diploma - SURGICAL TECHNOLOGIST
American College of Healthcare & Technology
High School Diploma -
San Jacinto High School
Diploma - Sterile Processing Technician
MedCerts