Odalis V Funes
Evanston
Summary
Dynamic Sterile Processing Technician with expertise in surgical instrument sterilization and patient safety at NorthShore University HealthSystem. Proven ability to train staff and enhance operational efficiency, ensuring timely availability of critical equipment. Skilled in chemical handling and committed to maintaining the highest standards of infection control and safety practices.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Sterile Processing Technician
NorthShore University HealthSystem
Evanston
02.2023 - Current
- The Sterile Processing Technician is assigned duties performing decontamination, preparation, sterilization and distribution of surgical instruments and medical equipment throughout the surgery center, utilizing infection control and safety practices during all phases of the process.
- Skilled in sterile techniques, surgical procedures, and patient care safety.
- Prepare and deliver all necessary equipment and instruments for surgeries, examinations, medical procedures and medical carts.
- Collaborate with surgery team leads to ensure timely processing and availability of critical equipment.
- Assisted in training new staff on sterilization protocols and procedures.
- Operated steam sterilizers, washer-disinfectors, ultrasonic cleaners, dry heat ovens, and other related equipment.
Machine Operator
Flex
Buffalo Grove
01.2022 - 02.2023
- Perform automated equipment set-up functions which include the loading of electronic components, raw cards, feeders, fixtures, stencils, chemicals, etc.
- Perform sequential start-up for the automated equipment and all peripheral hardware.
- Monitor the shelf-life usage of perishable chemicals, moisture sensitive parts and raw card assemblies.
- Initiate rework/repair activities on product that is substandard to the specifications.
- Perform sequential shutdown, including the cleaning of the automated equipment or peripheral hardware.
- Trained new operators
Patient Safety Assistant
AMITA Health
Evanston
06.2021 - 12.2022
- Duties are to ensure that the patient does not injure themselves and to quickly respond to patient care needs.
- Remain at the bedside of the assigned patient at all times, assisting in calming and reorienting patients in cases of confusion or agitation.
- Remove visible hazards and broken equipment from the immediate environment and recording all observations.
- Responsible for providing direct supervision and companionship to patients as a safety measure to prevent suicidal, behavioral, and medical patients from harming themselves.
- Assisted nursing staff with patient care and daily activities.
Server
Uncle Julio's
Skokie
04.2021 - 06.2022
- Responsible for providing excellent customer service and dining experience for customers.
- Seated customers, take food and drink orders, and deliver food to the customer.
- Collaborated with the kitchen and bar staff for prompt and correct delivery of orders.
- Memorized the menu and recommend appetizers, meals and drinks from restaurant wine stock.
- Assisted with the tidying of tables, clearing leftovers and keeping the dining area neat and pleasant.
Education
Certification in Sterile processing technician -
Allied Institute of professional studies
Chicago, IL07.2025
High school diploma -
Evanston Twp High School
Evanston, IL05.2020
Skills
- Patient observation and monitoring
- Patient safety
- Surgical instrument expertise
- Chemical handling
- Staff training
- Instrument cleaning and sterilization
Certification
- CSPDT 02/01/23-02/01/28
Timeline
Sterile Processing Technician
NorthShore University HealthSystem
02.2023 - Current
Machine Operator
Flex
01.2022 - 02.2023
Patient Safety Assistant
AMITA Health
06.2021 - 12.2022
Server
Uncle Julio's
04.2021 - 06.2022
Certification in Sterile processing technician -
Allied Institute of professional studies
High school diploma -
Evanston Twp High School
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