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Overview
Work History
Education
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Accomplishments
Certification
ODAA
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Rona Erive Palaganas

Ottawa,Ontario

Summary

Attentive sterile processing technician with several years of experience in healthcare. Good communication skills, a strong attention to detail and a superior work ethic. Looking for a permanent role in a fast-paced environment.

Reliable Dental Assistant with strong knowledge of dentistry practices. Well-rounded professional skilled handling multiple tasks, including making dental impressions, sterilizing stations, and taking X-rays. Highly organized with experience in charting and preparing patient treatment plans.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Sterilization Assistant

Rivera Smile Centre
Ottawa
11.2022 - 05.2024
  • Verified expiration dates of all chemicals used in the sterilization process and discarded any expired or contaminated items.
  • Utilized a variety of hand tools to assemble complex medical instruments prior to sterilization.
  • Prepared weekly reports summarizing equipment usage, supply consumption levels, workflow statistics.
  • Operated steam autoclave machines according to manufacturer's instructions and safety protocols.
  • Conducted quality control checks on all sterile products to ensure they meet established standards.
  • Followed established safety procedures when handling hazardous waste generated from the decontamination process.
  • Maintained records of daily activities related to instrument processing operations.
  • Ensured proper operation of autoclaves, dry heat ovens, and other sterilizers by regularly checking temperature and pressure gauges.
  • Provided technical assistance to operating room staff regarding instrument care and use during surgeries.
  • Assisted in the preparation of medical instruments for sterilization by cleaning, inspecting and packaging.
  • Monitored inventory levels of supplies used in the sterilization process, such as disinfectants, detergents and wrapping materials.
  • Reported any malfunctions or irregularities observed during processing operations to supervisor promptly.
  • Inspected returned instruments for damage or contamination before returning them to stock shelves for reuse.
  • Documented corrective action taken when problems were encountered during processing activities.
  • Maintained sterilization logs to document all items that have been processed.
  • Performed routine maintenance on sterilizing equipment, including changing filters and lubricating parts as needed.
  • Collaborated with other members of the Sterile Processing department to ensure timely completion of tasks.
  • Gathered and prepared instruments and surgical supplies.
  • Sterilized dental equipment and examination rooms in accordance with infection control policies.
  • Readied instruments for sterilization procedures and completed decontamination protocols.
  • Placed orders and restocked supplies for decontamination area.
  • Packaged instruments into peel pouches and properly labeled pouches.
  • Monitored biological and chemical wash solution to determine quality and consistency for decontamination of instruments and medical equipment.
  • Changed autoclave charts daily by dating and initialing each chart load.
  • Set proper temperature, pressure and parameters for steam machines to prepare for instrument cleaning.
  • Distributed sterile and non-sterile supplies and medical equipment upon request or case cart requisition.
  • Monitored expired sterilization dates and rotated stock to minimize processing.
  • Maintained records of inventory or equipment usage, ordering medical instruments or supplies with low inventory.
  • Conducted daily rounds to collect equipment for processing and distributed equipment throughout facility to maintain required levels.

Personal Support Worker

Rockwood Community Housing
Ottawa
05.2022 - 05.2024
  • Assessed physical condition of patients and identified health problems requiring further medical intervention.
  • Performed light housekeeping duties such as laundry services for residents.
  • Maintained a safe environment for clients by ensuring all equipment is properly stored when not in use.
  • Facilitated communication between healthcare providers regarding the status of each client's health.
  • Responded promptly to emergency situations involving clients' safety or well-being.
  • Prepared meals according to dietary needs of individuals served.
  • Provided personal hygiene assistance including oral care, shampooing hair, changing bed linens.
  • Ensured that all necessary supplies are available for providing quality patient care.
  • Organized paperwork related to patient treatments and maintained accurate records.
  • Monitored changes in client behavior and reported any concerns to nursing staff.
  • Encouraged clients to participate in recreational activities such as reading, playing games, and socializing with others.
  • Developed positive relationships with patients by demonstrating empathy and respect for their needs.
  • Administered medications according to physician's orders and monitored responses to treatment regimens.
  • Observed clinical conditions of patients while providing direct patient care services.
  • Maintained daily living standards by assisting clients with personal hygiene needs.

Sterilization Dental Assistant

Dolphin Dentistry-Dr. Paul Greenacre
Ottawa
07.2023 - 09.2023
  • Ensured that all equipment was working correctly before use in order to reduce risk of infection transmission.
  • Maintained inventory of supplies in the sterilization room ensuring items are properly stocked at all times.
  • Sterilized all instruments according to established protocols.
  • Greeted patients upon arrival, provided them with necessary paperwork, and answered any questions they had about their visit.
  • Disinfected instruments, equipment, and work surfaces before and after each patient treatment.
  • Provided additional assistance as needed throughout the office including stocking shelves or cleaning rooms.
  • Checked expiration dates on medications used during treatments and disposed of expired items appropriately.
  • Prepared rooms for incoming patients by setting up trays with appropriate instruments for each procedure.
  • Assisted with administrative duties such as scheduling appointments, collecting payments from clients, filing documents.
  • Verified patient identification prior to administering anesthetics or performing procedures.
  • Documented daily activities related to sterilization processes within designated logs.

Personal Support Worker

Private
Ottawa
12.2012 - 01.2020
  • Assessed physical condition of patients and identified health problems requiring further medical intervention.
  • Facilitated communication between healthcare providers regarding the status of each client's health.
  • Maintained a safe environment for clients by ensuring all equipment is properly stored when not in use.
  • Responded promptly to emergency situations involving clients' safety or well-being.
  • Prepared meals according to dietary needs of individuals served.
  • Ensured that all necessary supplies are available for providing quality patient care.
  • Organized paperwork related to patient treatments and maintained accurate records.
  • Monitored changes in client behavior and reported any concerns to nursing staff.
  • Provided companionship to isolated or lonely clients by engaging in conversation and accompanying them on outings.
  • Administered medications according to physician's orders and monitored responses to treatment regimens.
  • Recorded vital signs, including temperature, pulse, respiration rate and blood pressure.
  • Educated families about the patient's condition and provided support during difficult times.
  • Provided emotional support for terminally ill patients and their families.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to develop care plans for individual patients.

Education

Associate of Science - Intra Oral Dental Assisting Level 1 And 2

Algonquin Careers Academy
1830 Bank St, Ottawa, ON K1V 7Y6
08-2024

Associate of Science - Nursing Aide Diploma

Virgen Milagrosa University Foundation
San Carlos City, Pangasinan, Philippines
04-2007

Skills

  • Workplace Safety
  • Personal Protective Equipment
  • Autoclave Operation
  • Infection control expertise
  • Equipment Sterilization
  • Instrument Decontamination
  • Sterile Storage Management
  • Instrument Sterilization
  • Assembly and packaging
  • Equipment monitoring
  • Ordering Supplies
  • Decontamination procedures
  • Infection Control
  • Sterilization procedures
  • Decontamination and sanitation
  • Chemical Disinfection
  • Cross-Contamination Prevention
  • Patient Counseling
  • Clinical Support
  • Instrument preparation
  • Patient Education
  • Patient Relations
  • Oral X-Rays
  • Four-handed procedures
  • Treatment Room Breakdown
  • Taking X-rays
  • Patient Scheduling
  • Dental terminology knowledge
  • Chairside assistance
  • Dental Radiography
  • Complex Problem-Solving
  • Knowledgeable in ABELdent
  • First Aid Training
  • Infection control procedures
  • Chair-side support
  • Sterilization techniques
  • Insurance Billing
  • Patient records gathering
  • Dental Material Handling
  • Oral Surgery Assistance
  • Impression Taking Skills
  • Instrument Sterilization Techniques
  • Preventive dentistry promotion

Languages

English
Professional

Accomplishments

  • Intra Oral Dental Assistant Level 1 and 2 -Perfect Attendance for the Month of October 2023
  • Intra Oral Dental Assistant Level 1 and 2 - Student of the Month for November 2023
  • Intra Oral Dental Assistant Level 1 and 2- Academic Excellence for the Month of November 2023
  • Intra Oral Dental Assistant Level 1 and 2- Perfect Attendance for the Month of November 2023
  • Intra Oral Dental Assistant Level 1 and 2- Perfect Attendance for the Month of December 2023
  • Intra Oral Dental Assistant Level 1 and 2- Academic Excellence for the Month of January 2024
  • Intra Oral Dental Assistant Level 1 and 2- Academic Excellence for the Month of February 2024
  • Intra Oral Dental Assistant Level 1 and 2- Student of the Month for March 2024
  • Intra Oral Dental Assistant Level 1 and 2- Academic Excellence for the Month of March 2024
  • Intra Oral Dental Assistant Level 1 and 2- Perfect Attendance for the Month of March 2024

Certification

  • Basic Life Support CPR Level C and AED- September 2023-204
  • Standard First Aid with CPR level C and AED- September 2023-2026
  • WHMIS 2015 Completion October 17, 2023
  • WHMIS 2015 GHS- License no: 58046127 December 06, 2023-2024
  • SafeCheck Advanced Food Safety Certification Program- License no: 58046129 December 06, 2021-2026

Public Health Ontario

  • Certificate of Completion- Reprocessing: Introduction to Reprocessing October 31, 2023
  • Certificate of Completion- Reprocessing: Loading a Sterilizer October 31, 2023
  • Certificate of Completion- Reprocessing: Packaging for Sterilization October 31, 2023
  • Certificate of Completion- Reprocessing: Personal Protective Equipment October 31, 2023
  • Certificate of Completion- Reprocessing: Stages of Cleaning October 31, 2023
  • Certificate of Completion- Reprocessing: Steam Sterilization October 31, 2023
  • Certificate of Completion- Reprocessing: Transportation and Storage October 31, 2023
  • Certificate of Completion- Reprocessing: Unloading a Sterilizer October 31, 2023
  • Certificate of Completion- Reprocessing: Disinfection October 31, 2023

ODAA

  • Member

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Sterilization Dental Assistant

Dolphin Dentistry-Dr. Paul Greenacre
07.2023 - 09.2023

Sterilization Assistant

Rivera Smile Centre
11.2022 - 05.2024

Personal Support Worker

Rockwood Community Housing
05.2022 - 05.2024

Personal Support Worker

Private
12.2012 - 01.2020

Associate of Science - Intra Oral Dental Assisting Level 1 And 2

Algonquin Careers Academy

Associate of Science - Nursing Aide Diploma

Virgen Milagrosa University Foundation
  • Basic Life Support CPR Level C and AED- September 2023-204
  • Standard First Aid with CPR level C and AED- September 2023-2026
  • WHMIS 2015 Completion October 17, 2023
  • WHMIS 2015 GHS- License no: 58046127 December 06, 2023-2024
  • SafeCheck Advanced Food Safety Certification Program- License no: 58046129 December 06, 2021-2026

Public Health Ontario

  • Certificate of Completion- Reprocessing: Introduction to Reprocessing October 31, 2023
  • Certificate of Completion- Reprocessing: Loading a Sterilizer October 31, 2023
  • Certificate of Completion- Reprocessing: Packaging for Sterilization October 31, 2023
  • Certificate of Completion- Reprocessing: Personal Protective Equipment October 31, 2023
  • Certificate of Completion- Reprocessing: Stages of Cleaning October 31, 2023
  • Certificate of Completion- Reprocessing: Steam Sterilization October 31, 2023
  • Certificate of Completion- Reprocessing: Transportation and Storage October 31, 2023
  • Certificate of Completion- Reprocessing: Unloading a Sterilizer October 31, 2023
  • Certificate of Completion- Reprocessing: Disinfection October 31, 2023

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