Yelena Gabarayev
West Sacramento
Summary
I have 14 years of experience in Sterile Processing field, moved through Main Hospitals and Outpatient Clinic. Knowledgeable in cleaning, decontamination, disinfection and sterilization of surgical instruments. Experienced in Da Vinci endoscopes ,uretheroscopes, etc. Professional in disinfecting reusable medical devices and patient care equipment for inpatient Nursing and Medical Office departments. Experienced in Lead position. May assist in departmental in services and training.Work with
Professional with experience ensuring safe and efficient sterilization of medical instruments and equipment. Skilled in decontamination, sterilization, and inventory management, with strong focus on maintaining high standards of hygiene and safety. Reliable team player known for adapting to changing needs and consistently delivering results. Known for attention to detail, strong organizational skills, and effective communication.
Systematic professional with exceptional organizational, planning and multitasking abilities. Specializing in decontaminating and sterilizing instruments for use in medical procedures. Positive and upbeat with a team-oriented attitude.
Overview
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1
Certification
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Sterile Processing Technician
Dignity Health Mercy San Juan Medical Center
Carmichael, CA
03.2012 - Current
- Operated sterilization equipment to ensure compliance with safety and quality standards.
- Inspected and assembled surgical instruments for optimal functionality and readiness.
- Developed efficient workflows to enhance instrument processing turnaround times.
- Trained new staff on sterilization protocols and best practices for instrument handling.
- Monitored inventory levels of sterile supplies, ensuring availability for surgical procedures.
- Collaborated with surgical teams to address instrument-related concerns promptly and effectively.
- Implemented process improvements that enhanced overall efficiency in sterile processing operations.
- Followed OSHA, FDA and AAMI guidelines related to sterilization in compliance with administrative regulations.
- Supported surgical teams effectively by preparing instrument trays according to procedure requirements.
- Verified and maintained proper documents and records for sterilization.
- Demonstrated strong problem-solving skills when troubleshooting issues with autoclaves or other sterilization equipment.
- Improved quality assurance processes by implementing documentation procedures for all stages of the sterilization process.
- Picked instruments and supplies for surgeries.
- Responded to equipment malfunctions by troubleshooting and repairing broken and malfunctioning equipment.
- Facilitated seamless communication between departments, coordinating with clinical staff on equipment needs and availability.
Education
Sterile Processing
CENTRAL PROCESSING TECHNICAL TRAINING SCHOOL
Rancho Cordova, CA01-2012
High School diploma -
Mira Loma High-school
Sacramento, CA06-2002
Skills
- Steam sterilization
- Decontaminating surgical instruments
- High-level disinfection
- Decontamination procedures
- Sterilization procedures
- Assembling case carts
- Manual cleaning
- Instrument decontamination
- Recording biologicals
- Equipment testing
- Sterile storage
- Sterilization techniques
- Instrument sterilization
- Case cart assembly
- Computerized tracking
- Infection control
- Picking instruments
- Surgical instrument knowledge
- Staff training
- Risk management
- Technical documentation
- OSHA regulations compliance
- Problem-solving
- Attention to detail
- Critical thinking
- Documentation and reporting
- Work Planning and Prioritization
Certification
- CRCST exp: September 30, 2027
- Central Service Technician II cert# 122011
- BLS
Section name
OPEN Available upon request
Timeline
Sterile Processing Technician
Dignity Health Mercy San Juan Medical Center
03.2012 - Current
Sterile Processing
CENTRAL PROCESSING TECHNICAL TRAINING SCHOOL
High School diploma -
Mira Loma High-school