Sterile Processing Technician & Patient Care Assistant

MEKDES DESSALEGN ASFAW

Nationality: Ethiopian

Date of Birth: June 23, 1992

Marital Status: Married

Residence: 2300 24th Rd South, Apt- 927, Arlington, VA,22206

Mobile: 202-***-****

Email: ************@*****.***

Objective

Enthusiastic and highly motivated individual with training in sterile processing technician. Seeking clinical experience opportunities in a hospital setting to apply technical knowledge, gain hands-on experience, and contribute to patient safety and care. Education

Sterile Processing Technician Certificate of completion from University of the District of Colombia, Washington, D.C., March 2025.

• Learned sterilization methods, infection control practices, and surgical instrument handling.

• Familiar with regulations, including AAMI, CDC, and OSHA standards.

• Gained insight into the importance of sterile environments for patient care. Bachelor of Arts in Foreign Language and Literature Arba Minch University, Ethiopia July 2013

Skills

• Expertise in decontamination, sterilization, and disinfection protocols.

• Knowledge of surgical instrumentation and sterile storage practices.

• Proficient in the use and maintenance of autoclaves and other sterilization equipment.

• Strong organizational and time management skills to meet clinical and operational demands.

• Effective communication and collaboration abilities in high-pressure environments. Experience

Patient Observation Assistant Inova Alexandria Hospital, Alexandria, VA March 31, 2025

– Present

• Supported patient care by ensuring a clean and safe environment in compliance with infection control protocols.

• Collaborated with healthcare teams to maintain patient safety and adhere to hospital standards.

• Monitored and documented patient behavior with precision and attention to detail.

• Developed familiarity with medical equipment and hospital operations, ensuring safe and effective handling.

Healthcare Giver Zewditu Hospital, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia September 2017 – December 2023

• Provided compassionate patient care while ensuring adherence to hygiene and safety standards.

• Assisted in routine patient tasks and contributed to maintaining a supportive environment for recovery.

Communication Officer Dessie City Administration, Dessie, Ethiopia May 2014 – June 2017

• Managed communication strategies to enhance civic engagement and organizational outreach.

• Produced and disseminated key informational materials tailored to diverse audiences.

References

Mr. Kibret Belay Inova Alexandria Hospital Phone: 571-***-**** Email: *******@*****.***

Mr. Abdulhakim Nessru Zewditu Hospital Email: *********@*****.*** Jody Trongcoso Externship Assistant, ed2go Email: ******************@*******.***

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