Sharonelle Smith
Lancaster,CA
Summary
Attentive Board Certified Sterile Processing Technician(CBSPD &HSPA) with 20 +years of experience in healthcare. Friendly and positive team player with good planning and problem-solving abilities. Good communication skills, a strong attention to detail and a superior work ethic. Experienced in assembling carts and selecting instruments and supplies for procedures. Competent in performing and documenting test results, restocking supplies and managing records. Focused on working quickly and accurately to maintain efficient facility operations.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Certified Sterile Processing Technician
UCLA Santa Monica Hospital
2024.04 - Current
- Prepared trays, instrument packs and surgical sets.
- Readied instruments for sterilization procedures and completed decontamination protocols.
- Gathered and prepared instruments and surgical supplies.
- Recorded results of biological and diagnostic tests.
- Set up equipment, tools and supplies needed for procedures and organize instruments as directed in surgeons' preference cards.
- Placed orders and restocked supplies for decontamination area.
- Cleaned and sterilized operating rooms.
- Facilitated invasive, non-invasive, and minimally-invasive procedures by creating safe and functional operating room environments.
- Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
- Worked closely with team members to deliver project requirements, develop solutions and meet deadlines.
- Prioritized and organized tasks to efficiently accomplish service goals.
Home Care Provider
Los Angeles County
2017.08 - Current
- Scheduled and coordinated medical appointments.
- Administered medication as directed by physician.
- Delivered high-quality care under pressure in emergency situations, ensuring the safety of both the patient and caregiver team members present at those times.
- Established nutritious meal plans and prepared daily offerings to meet patient dietary needs.
- Interacted kindly with patients and families and displayed positive, outgoing attitude, resulting in establishment of long-term, professional relationships.
- Assisted patients with self-administered medications.
- Documented vital statistics and coordinated with health care providers.
- Monitored changes in clients' conditions to report concerns to supervisor.
- Provided direct personal care and administrative services to clients.
- Monitored client health by performing routine pulse, temperature and blood pressure checks.
- Traveled to clients' homes to complete healthcare services and promote continuity of care.
Education
CRCST - Sterile Processing Technology
Martinson College
Fullerton, CA10.2023
High School Diploma -
King Drew Medical Magnet High School
Los Angeles, CA06.1993
Skills
- Computerized tracking
- Decontamination and sanitation
- Diagnostic testing
- Case cart assembly
- Decontamination procedures
- Recording test results
- Processing instruments
- Pulling case carts
- Assembling packages
- Ordering supplies
- Sterilization procedures
- Aseptic and sterilization techniques
- HIPAA proficiency
- Transporting patients
- Disposing of biohazardous waste
Timeline
Certified Sterile Processing Technician
UCLA Santa Monica Hospital
2024.04 - Current
Home Care Provider
Los Angeles County
2017.08 - Current
CRCST - Sterile Processing Technology
Martinson College
High School Diploma -
King Drew Medical Magnet High School
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