Yaquelin Rivas
Porter,Tx
Summary
Methodical professional with an organized approach and good multitasking skills. Experienced in decontaminating, sterilizing and testing medical instruments. Friendly and positive team player with good planning and problem-solving abilities.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Sterile processing tech, endoscope reprocessing
Memorial Hermann Hospital
Shenandoah, Tx
06.2023 - Current
- Set up trays based on surgeons' instructions and typical needs of each procedure.
- Performed routine maintenance on endoscopy equipment to ensure optimal functionality.
- Sterilized and assembled surgical instruments, equipment, and supplies according to established procedures.
- Maintained accurate records of sterilization processes, equipment maintenance, and inventory control.
- Provided assistance during inspection visits by external regulatory agencies or accreditation bodies related to sterile processing functions.
- Prepared trays for open heart, transplant and major orthopedic surgeries.
- Examined surgical instruments for cleanliness, damage, or wear and reported any issues to appropriate personnel.
- Prepared and packaged surgical instrument sets for sterilization in accordance with established guidelines.
- Perform manual and automated endoscope cleaning, ensuring adherence to manufacturer guidelines.
- Participated in continuous training programs to stay current on best practices in instrument processing and infection control techniques.
- Assisted in training new employees on proper use of endoscopy equipment and techniques.
- Followed infection control guidelines diligently while handling contaminated equipment or specimens.
- Documented patient information in electronic medical records accurately and thoroughly.
- Sterilized and cleaned endoscopy instruments according to established protocols and guidelines.
- Participated in continuing education programs to stay current on best practices in the field of endoscopy technology.
- Prepare case carts for surgeries, ensuring inclusion of all necessary instruments for seamless operations.
- Trained new staff on sterilization protocols, ensuring compliance and safety.
- Work closely with medical teams to streamline endoscope turnaround times. Contribute to improved patient care through efficient processing.
- Propose and implement process improvements in endoscope handling, leading to enhanced efficiency and reduced contamination risks.
Sterile Processing Technician
St Davids Medical Center
Austin, Texas
04.2025 - 08.2025
- Prepared trays, instrument packs and surgical sets.
- Collaborated with surgical teams to ensure timely availability of sterile instruments.
- Implemented safety protocols to maintain a clean and efficient processing environment.
- Assisted in training new staff on proper sterilization techniques and procedures.
- Documented sterilization processes accurately to ensure compliance with health standards.
- Inspected instruments for cleanliness, proper function and breakage by viewing instruments before assembly.
- Operated steam sterilizers, washer-disinfectors, ultrasonic cleaners, dry heat ovens, and other related equipment.
- Packaged instruments into peel pouches and properly labeled pouches.
- Maintained accurate records of all sterilized items, including item number, date, time, type of sterilizer used, and operator initials.
- Performed decontamination of medical instruments and equipment to prepare for sterilization.
- Validated the sterility of processed instruments by performing biological and chemical testing.
- Reported any malfunctions or discrepancies in equipment to management immediately.
- Verified that all documents were completed accurately before releasing items from the sterile processing area.
Sterile Processing Tech (travel contract)
St. David's South Austin Medical center
Austin, Tx
07.2024 - 01.2025
- Introduced new sterilization techniques, improving instrument longevity. Developed training programs to enhance team proficiency.
- Fostered strong relationships with clinical staff, facilitating smooth operations. Participated in interdepartmental initiatives to enhance patient care.
- Maintain a sterile environment, meticulously clean and sterilize medical instruments. Ensure compliance with safety protocols, track inventory, and collaborate with healthcare teams.
- Monitored and documented sterilization processes, guaranteeing accuracy and compliance.
- Ensured proper sterilization of medical instruments using Sterrad systems, enhancing patient safety.
- Clean laparoscopic tools, ensuring optimal hygiene and safety in surgical procedures.
- Maintain sterile equipment, reducing infection risks and supporting surgical efficiency.
- Inspect instruments for defects, ensuring functionality and patient safety.
- Conduct Bowie-Dick tests to ensure sterilization efficacy.
- Resolved testing discrepancies to maintain compliance.
- Improved equipment reliability through consistent testing.
- Embrace ongoing training in latest sterilisation methods, staying current with industry advancements to ensure best practices.
- Fostered strong interdepartmental relationships, facilitating smooth workflow in sterile processing. Actively participated in team discussions to improve sterilisation techniques and protocols.
Hospital service technician
Memorial Hermann Hospital
Humble, Tx
12.2021 - 01.2023
- Company Overview: Agiliti
- Sanitized medical equipment, ensuring patient safety and compliance with health standards.
- Managed and tracked daily inventory, maintaining optimal equipment levels across departments.
- Collaborated with medical staff to deliver requested equipment promptly, enhancing operational efficiency.
- Inspected equipment for maintenance needs, preventing downtime and ensuring reliability.
- Answered calls and placed orders for nurses, streamlining communication and support processes.
- Optimized equipment availability by efficiently managing daily inventory and maintenance schedules.
- Facilitated swift medical responses by equipping staff with necessary tools, boosting patient care.
- Performed thorough inspections to identify and address maintenance needs, reducing equipment failures.
- Ensure 100% compliance with sanitation protocols for medical equipment.
- Agiliti
Education
Crcst certification -
Fortis institute
Houston, Tx03.2023
High school Diploma -
Aldine High School
Houston, Tx06.2019
Skills
- Sterile technique expertise
- Surgical instrument knowledge
- Medical terminology familiarity
- Multitasking
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Time management
- Problem-solving
- Quality assurance
- Detail oriented
- Effective oral and written communication skills
- Instrument sterilization
- Endoscope processing
- Staff training
Certification
- BLS
- CRCST
Languages
- English
- Spanish
Timeline
Sterile Processing Technician
St Davids Medical Center
04.2025 - 08.2025
Sterile Processing Tech (travel contract)
St. David's South Austin Medical center
07.2024 - 01.2025
Sterile processing tech, endoscope reprocessing
Memorial Hermann Hospital
06.2023 - Current
Hospital service technician
Memorial Hermann Hospital
12.2021 - 01.2023
Crcst certification -
Fortis institute
High school Diploma -
Aldine High School