Zaria Richards
Mount Vernon
Summary
Detail-oriented and compassionate healthcare support-professional with experience
assisting in clinical settings, maintaining medical equipment, and supporting patient safety
protocols. Adept in multi-tasking procedures, maintaining medical equipment, and ensuring
compliance with infection control guidelines, Eager to bring a disciplined, safety first approach to the Sterile Processing Technician.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Youth Worker
The Childrens Vilage
08.2023 - Current
- Maintained structured, safe environments while managing behavioral interventions for residents.
- Supported daily hygiene, safety, and health routines to enhance resident well-being.
- Implemented educational activities that fostered personal responsibility and teamwork.
- Built strong rapport with youth and families to promote trust and long-term development.
Therapy Aide
Blythedale Children Medical Center, PEDIATRICS
05.2020 - 07.2023
- Prepared, cleaned, and organized therapy equipment to uphold strict infection control standards.
- Partnered with healthcare professionals to oversee handling of mobility tools and assistive devices.
- Carefully tracked engagement in recovery programs, ensuring accurate reporting of participant involvement.
Sterilization Technician
Family Dental Care Associates
06.2018 - 04.2020
- Received deliveries to stock supply closet and manage inventory of dental products and equipment.
- Maintained accurate records of all sterilized items, ensuring traceability and regulatory compliance.
- Performed thorough inspections of instruments for damage or contamination before releasing them for use in surgical procedures.
- Operated and maintained steam autoclaves by using distilled water, checking for leaks and cleaning air traps and water sensors.
Education
Associate of Science -
Hostos Community College
Bronx, NYHigh School Diploma -
Mandela Zollicoffer
Mount Vernon, NY01-2016
Skills
- Medical Instrument Cleaning & Inspection
- Sterilization Techniques & Equipment
- Inventory & Instrument Tracking Systems
- Infection Control & Safety Protocols
- Patient Support & Mobility Assistance
- Organizational & Time Management Skills
- Team Collaboration & Communication
Certification
- CPCT/A - Patient Care Technician/Assistant
- In the process of obtaining my SPT - Sterile Processing Technician
Timeline
Youth Worker
The Childrens Vilage
08.2023 - Current
Therapy Aide
Blythedale Children Medical Center, PEDIATRICS
05.2020 - 07.2023
Sterilization Technician
Family Dental Care Associates
06.2018 - 04.2020
Associate of Science -
Hostos Community College
High School Diploma -
Mandela Zollicoffer
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