VALERIE JURADO
GREELEY,CO
Summary
HSPA Certified Sterile Processing Technician and SGNA Certified Endoscopy Technician (CRCST, CIS, CHL and CER). Extensive knowledge and utilization in Infection Control (AAMI, ANSI & AORN recommended SPD Practices and Standards). Committed to fostering excellence in medical device reprocessing and patient safety.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
12-1900
12-1900
12-1900
05.2025 - Current
12-1900
HSPA Certified SPD & Endo Technician 3
Banner Healthcare
Loveland, CO
01.2025 - 04.2025
- SPD and Endoscopy Sterile Processing : Decontamination , assembly , sterilization, storage and distribution of Surgical Instruments and supplies in in accordance and compliance with infection control standards.
- After sterilization process, consistently and accurately transferred sterile items to the sterile storage area, rotated supplies, and safeguarded the integrity of sterile supplies through proper handling.
- Use of both SPM and CensiTrac Inventory Management and tracking systems.
- Maintained quality of trays and individually packaged items in circulation by replacing items that are worn out or in need of repair.
- Conducted routine inspections of sterile supplies, identifying and addressing discrepancies promptly.
- Maintained specialty case cart distribution for both urgent /Trauma needs as well as scheduled Surgery.
HSPA CERTIFIED SPD TECH (WEEKEND LEAD-STAFF FLEX)
Advent Healthcare (Trauma)
Parker, Colorado
01.2025 - 04.2025
- Managed and Maintained established inventory of supplies and instruments; ensured staff remained consistent in stocking supplies in proper order (FIFO).
- Participated in mentorship, training, and orientation of Sterile Processing Technicians; worked actively with peers to achieve department goals.
- Demonstrated product knowledge and expertise; known as a reliable and valuable resource for clinical staff and other pertinent departments.
- Provided clear communication, both oral and written.
- Relayed job expectations; addressed concerns or issues in an objective manner.
- SPD and Endoscopy Sterile Processing : Decontamination , assembly , sterilization, storage and distribution of Surgical Instruments and supplies in in accordance and compliance with infection control standards.
HSPA CERTIFIED SPD TECH & ENDO REPROCESSOR
Medely Healthcare
USA- Co. and Ca.
01.2020 - 03.2025
- SPD and Endoscopy Sterile Processing : Decontamination , assembly , sterilization, storage and distribution of Surgical Instruments and supplies in in accordance and compliance with infection control standards.
- After sterilization process, consistently and accurately transferred sterile items to the sterile storage area, rotated supplies, and safeguarded the integrity of sterile supplies through proper handling.
- Use of both SPM and CensiTrac Inventory Management and tracking systems.
- Maintained quality of trays and individually packaged items in circulation by replacing items that are worn out or in need of repair.
- Conducted routine inspections of sterile supplies, identifying and addressing discrepancies promptly.
- Maintained specialty case cart distribution for both urgent /Trauma needs as well as scheduled Surgery.
IAHCSMM CERTIFIED SPD and ENDO TECH 2
City Of Hope (Cancer Center)
Duarte, CA
01.2014 - 12.2019
- SPD and Endoscopy Sterile Processing : Decontamination , assembly , sterilization, storage and distribution of Surgical Instruments and supplies in in accordance and compliance with infection control standards.
- After sterilization process, consistently and accurately transferred sterile items to the sterile storage area, rotated supplies, and safeguarded the integrity of sterile supplies through proper handling.
- Use of both SPM and CensiTrac Inventory Management and tracking systems.
- Maintained quality of trays and individually packaged items in circulation by replacing items that are worn out or in need of repair.
- Conducted routine inspections of sterile supplies, identifying and addressing discrepancies promptly.
- Maintained specialty case cart distribution for both urgent /Trauma needs as well as scheduled Surgery.
IAHCSMM CERTIFIED SPD and ENDO TECH 2
City Of Hope (Cancer Center)
Duarte, CA
01.2014 - 12.2019
- SPD and Endoscopy Sterile Processing : Decontamination , assembly , sterilization, storage and distribution of Surgical Instruments and supplies in in accordance and compliance with infection control standards.
- After sterilization process, consistently and accurately transferred sterile items to the sterile storage area, rotated supplies, and safeguarded the integrity of sterile supplies through proper handling.
- Use of both SPM and CensiTrac Inventory Management and tracking systems.
- Maintained quality of trays and individually packaged items in circulation by replacing items that are worn out or in need of repair.
- Conducted routine inspections of sterile supplies, identifying and addressing discrepancies promptly.
- Maintained specialty case cart distribution for both urgent /Trauma needs as well as scheduled Surgery.
IAHCSMM CERTIFIED SPD TECH 2
Torrance Memorial Medical Center (Trauma)
Torrance, Ca
02.2008 - 01.2014
- SPD and Endoscopy Sterile Processing : Decontamination , assembly , sterilization, storage and distribution of Surgical Instruments and supplies in in accordance and compliance with infection control standards.
- After sterilization process, consistently and accurately transferred sterile items to the sterile storage area, rotated supplies, and safeguarded the integrity of sterile supplies through proper handling.
- Use of both SPM and CensiTrac Inventory Management and tracking systems.
- Maintained quality of trays and individually packaged items in circulation by replacing items that are worn out or in need of repair.
- Conducted routine inspections of sterile supplies, identifying and addressing discrepancies promptly.
- Maintained specialty case cart distribution for both urgent /Trauma needs as well as scheduled Surgery.
Education
APIC CERTIFICATION - INFECTION CONTROL AND EPIDEMIOLOGY
CBIC (Certification Board of Infection Control)
Arlington, Va03-2027
G.I. CERTIFICATION -
Society For Gastroenterologists And Associates
SGNA2021
ASSOCIATES PROGRAM - SURGICAL TECHNOLOGY
Premiere Career College
Irwindale, Ca.10-2020
DIPLOMA - CENTRAL SERVICE MATERIALS MANAGEMENT
Purdue University Global
West Lafayette, IN01-2012
High School Diploma -
San Pedro High School
State Of California07-2001
Skills
- Highly skilled at Sterile Processing and Infection Control, Workplace safety, Medical Terminology, Aseptic Technique, Effective Communication, Teamwork , Customer Service and Time management
- Trauma, Robotics, Cardio, Thoracic, Endoscopy, Ortho, Spine (Highly experienced with Loaner and Implant Trays) Laparoscopic and Generals
- SPM and CensiTrac
- Medivator (Scope Disinfection)
- Amsco
- Gettinge
Certification
- CRCST, CIS, CHL & CER CERTIFICATION IAHCSMM / HSPA Jan 2012 - Present
- GI TECHNICIAN ASSOCIATE CERTIFICATION SGNA Jan 2021 - 2027
- CERTIFIED ENDOSCOPIC REPROCESSING TECHNICIAN Sterile Processing University 2018
LANGUAGES
Spanish (Proficient), Italian (proficient).
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
12-1900
12-1900
05.2025 - Current
HSPA Certified SPD & Endo Technician 3
Banner Healthcare
01.2025 - 04.2025
HSPA CERTIFIED SPD TECH (WEEKEND LEAD-STAFF FLEX)
Advent Healthcare (Trauma)
01.2025 - 04.2025
HSPA CERTIFIED SPD TECH & ENDO REPROCESSOR
Medely Healthcare
01.2020 - 03.2025
IAHCSMM CERTIFIED SPD and ENDO TECH 2
City Of Hope (Cancer Center)
01.2014 - 12.2019
IAHCSMM CERTIFIED SPD and ENDO TECH 2
City Of Hope (Cancer Center)
01.2014 - 12.2019
IAHCSMM CERTIFIED SPD TECH 2
Torrance Memorial Medical Center (Trauma)
02.2008 - 01.2014
ASSOCIATES PROGRAM - SURGICAL TECHNOLOGY
Premiere Career College
APIC CERTIFICATION - INFECTION CONTROL AND EPIDEMIOLOGY
CBIC (Certification Board of Infection Control)
G.I. CERTIFICATION -
Society For Gastroenterologists And Associates
DIPLOMA - CENTRAL SERVICE MATERIALS MANAGEMENT
Purdue University Global
High School Diploma -
San Pedro High School