Patricia Ascencio
PHOENIX
Summary
Resourceful Certified Sterile Processing Tech/Medical Supply Technician experienced in inventory management, sterilization techniques, and regulatory compliance. Achieved efficient task completion and high productivity through effective communication, teamwork, and adaptability in fast-paced healthcare environments. Delivered exceptional patient and customer service, enhancing overall operational effectiveness.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Medical Supply Technician (certified sterile Process. Tech)
US Department of Veterans Affairs
Phoenix
09.2023 - Current
- Oversaw management of clinic and hospital instrumentation to ensure readiness and compliance.
- Decontaminating, assembling, packaging, and sterilizing instruments according to IFU's.
- Follow AAMI, ARON, SGNA recommended guidelines.
- Knowledge of GI scopes and High Level disinfectant.
- Recorded and maintained accurate documentation of all procedures and protocols to support regulatory compliance.
Certified Sterile Processing Technician II
UC Davis Health Medical trauma 1
Sacramento
02.2022 - 08.2023
- Ensured availability of sterile instruments and supplies to meet surgery schedule demands.
- Clean and assemble instrument trays for sterilization (following IFU's).
- Sorted, wrapped, and packaged surgical instruments for sterilization, ensuring proper labeling for identification.
- Maintained comprehensive knowledge of various surgical instruments and equipment used across multiple medical specialties.
- Knowledge of c/s equipment such as ultrasonic, washer decontaminator, autoclaves, Sterrad/V-pro, Trophn, Medivator, HLD and other sterilizing equipment.
- Able to decontaminate and operate Endoscopy equipment for sterilization.
- Communicate with the OR to ensure efficient flow of the daily schedule.
- Gained proficiency in using Cenitrac and SPM computer systems to manage instrument inventory and workflow.
- Follow standards AAMI, AORN, SGNA, Osha, and IFU's of the instruments.
Certified Sterile Processing Tech ll / Certified Endoscope Reprocessor
Sutter Roseville Trauma Medical Center
Roseville
07.2017 - 07.2023
- Ensured availability of sterile instruments and supplies to align with surgical schedules.
- Clean and assembles instrument trays for sterilization (following IFU's).
- Sorts, wraps, packages and appropriately, labels instruments.
- Knowledge of c/s equipment such as ultrasonic, washer decontaminator, autoclaves, Sterrad/V-pro, Trophn, Medivator, HLD and other sterilizing equipment.
- Able to decontaminate and operate Endoscopy equipment for sterilization.
- Coordinated with OR staff to facilitate smooth daily surgical flow.
- Follow standards AAMI, AORN, SGNA, Osha, and IFU's of the instruments.
- Selected surgical cases for preparation based on the daily schedule.
- Served as team lead for one year, overseeing daily operations and staff coordination.
Certified Central/Sterile Processing Coordinator
Sutter Gould Medical Foundation Ambulatory Surgery Center of Stockton
Stockton
04.2009 - 09.2021
- 12 years coordinator of the sterile processing department.
- Managed sterile processing department overseeing operations for 5 ORs.
- Receive, clean, decontaminate, inspect, assemble, and sterilize instruments.
- Ordered medical supplies for the sterile processing department.
- Reviewed daily and weekly surgery schedules to ensure availability of necessary equipment.
- Reviewed daily and weekly surgery schedules for equipment needed.
- Order supplies.
- Worked closely with the vendors on needed equipment.
- Processed endoscopes by cleaning, inspecting, and sterilizing them.
- Supervised sterile processing technicians, ensuring adherence to protocols and standards.
- Proper use of machinery, PPE.
- Able to multitask.
- Maintained high attention to detail in instrument preparation and sterilization.
- Demonstrated responsibility and adaptability in managing changing departmental needs.
Education
General Studies - Jr, college
San Joaquin Delta Community College District
Stockton, CAHigh school diploma or GED -
Skills
- Certified as a tech and flexible scope reprocessor
- Knowledge of surgical instruments for specific procedures
- Knowledge of Biological testing and sterilization equipment from washers to steam sterilizers to low heat sterilization
- Endoscope reprocessing
- Instrument sterilization
- Knowledge of CensiTrac computer system
- Clinical inventory control
- Infection control protocols
- Time management
- Adaptability under pressure
- Problem solving
- Attention to detail
- Can work independently and as a team player
- Have time management and organizational skills, and able to prioritize work
- Effective communication
- 24 years experience
Certification
- Certified Endoscope Reprocesser
- Certified in Sterile Processing and Distribution Tech (CBSPD)
- BLS Certification
Personal Information
Work Permit: Authorized to work in the US for any employer
Timeline
Medical Supply Technician (certified sterile Process. Tech)
US Department of Veterans Affairs
09.2023 - Current
Certified Sterile Processing Technician II
UC Davis Health Medical trauma 1
02.2022 - 08.2023
Certified Sterile Processing Tech ll / Certified Endoscope Reprocessor
Sutter Roseville Trauma Medical Center
07.2017 - 07.2023
Certified Central/Sterile Processing Coordinator
Sutter Gould Medical Foundation Ambulatory Surgery Center of Stockton
04.2009 - 09.2021
General Studies - Jr, college
San Joaquin Delta Community College District