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
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Travel Sterile Processing Technician
Saint Francis Hospital
11.2023 - 02.2024
Wrapped trays, instrument packs, and sets.
Supported surgical teams effectively by preparing instrument trays according to procedure requirements.
Reduced risk of infections by maintaining a clean and sterile environment within the processing area.
Travel Certified Sterile Processing Technician
Penrose Hospital
05.2023 - 11.2024
Assessed instruments, equipment and containers to promote cleanliness and proper functioning.
Wrapped trays, instrument packs and sets.
Decontaminated surgical instruments to remove bacteria and other contaminants before sterilization
Certified Sterile Processing Technician
UChealth Yampa Valley Medical
10.2021 - 04.2023
Assessed instruments, equipment and containers to promote cleanliness and proper functioning.
Wrapped trays, instrument packs and sets.
Verified and maintained proper documents and records for sterilization.
Identified parameters and sterilization method required for each item to be sterilized.
Inspected sterile package integrity prior to distribution.
Corrected instrument sets according to current standards and established count sheets and instrument tracking systems.
Recorded biologicals and test results.
Picked instruments and supplies for surgeries.
Operated specialized equipment using steam, gas and chemical methods to sterilize equipment
Handled and disposed of sharps, biohazards and other hazardous materials in accordance with established protocols
Decontaminated surgical instruments to remove bacteria and other contaminants before sterilization
Maintained clean and organized sterile processing areas to prevent contamination of instruments and equipment.
Education
High School Diploma -
Colegio Bautista De Carolina
Carolina, Puerto Rico
05.1997
Skills
Recording Test Results
Computerized Tracking
Proper Storage Procedures
Assembling Case Carts
Decontamination Procedures
Certification
CRCST- HSPA-2025
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Travel Sterile Processing Technician
Saint Francis Hospital
11.2023 - 02.2024
Travel Certified Sterile Processing Technician
Penrose Hospital
05.2023 - 11.2024
Certified Sterile Processing Technician
UChealth Yampa Valley Medical
10.2021 - 04.2023
CRCST- HSPA-2025
High School Diploma -
Colegio Bautista De Carolina
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