Akilu Alhassan
The Bronx,NY
Summary
Dedicated Sterile Processing Technician with proven expertise at Salem Hospital in steam sterilization and infection control. Enhanced workflow efficiency and compliance with industry standards, achieving high marks during accreditation audits. Strong problem-solving skills and a commitment to continuous improvement fostered a collaborative environment, ensuring patient safety and optimal instrument readiness for surgical procedures.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Sterile Processing Technician
Salem Hospital
Massachusetts
03.2023 - 06.2025
- Corrected instrument sets according to current standards and established count sheets and instrument tracking systems.
- Achieved high levels of accuracy in record-keeping, logging important data related to sterilization cycles and equipment usage.
- Ensured strict adherence to regulatory guidelines during decontamination processes, mitigating risks associated with improper handling of biohazardous materials.
- Streamlined workflow for the department by organizing instruments and equipment in a systematic manner.
- Handled and disposed of sharps, biohazards and other hazardous materials in accordance with established protocols.
- Improved quality assurance processes by implementing documentation procedures for all stages of the sterilization process.
- Picked instruments and supplies for surgeries.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge on industry best practices, participating in relevant training programs and workshops.
- Increased compliance with infection control standards through regular inspection and maintenance of sterilizers.
- Responded to equipment malfunctions by troubleshooting and repairing broken and malfunctioning equipment.
- Ordered and restocked supplies for decontamination and surgical areas.
- Established constructive relationships with vendors, facilitating timely delivery of supplies necessary for daily operations.
- Identified parameters and sterilization method required for each item to be sterilized.
- Assisted in staff development by providing guidance to new team members on proper sterile processing techniques.
- Cultivated a culture of continuous improvement, actively seeking ways to enhance efficiency within the department.
- Facilitated positive working environment by mentoring new technicians, fostering team-oriented atmosphere.
- Played key role in department achieving high marks during external accreditation audits by maintaining exemplary sterilization practices.
- Fostered culture of continuous improvement by suggesting and implementing changes to sterilization processes that increased efficiency.
- Ensured compliance with industry sterilization standards by meticulously cleaning, disinfecting, and sterilizing surgical instruments and equipment.
- Assisted in development of departmental policies and procedures, ensuring alignment with latest industry standards and practices.
Sterile Processing Technician
Hudson Regional Hospital
New Jersey
05.2018 - 02.2023
- Assisted in sterilization processes for surgical instruments and medical devices.
- Operated and maintained autoclaves and other sterilization equipment effectively.
- Learned safety protocols and infection control measures to ensure workplace compliance.
- Organized sterile supply inventory and ensured proper labeling of items.
- Supported team in preparing instruments for surgical procedures, maintaining workflow efficiency.
- Collaborated with healthcare staff to understand instrument needs for various procedures.
- Documented sterilization cycles and maintenance logs accurately to uphold standards.
- Participated in ongoing training programs to enhance knowledge of sterile processing techniques.
- Wrapped trays, instrument packs, and sets.
- 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.
- Reduced risk of infections by maintaining a clean and sterile environment within the processing area.
- Enhanced patient safety by ensuring proper sterilization and packaging of medical equipment.
- Assessed instruments, equipment, and containers to promote cleanliness and proper functioning.
- Decontaminated surgical instruments to remove bacteria and other contaminants before sterilization.
- Ensured timely availability of surgical instruments by prioritizing urgent requests and efficiently managing workload.
- Inspected sterile package integrity prior to distribution.
- Tested sterilization equipment by performing regular checks and maintenance to keep instruments in working order.
- Verified and maintained proper documents and records for sterilization.
- Demonstrated strong problem-solving skills when troubleshooting issues with autoclaves or other sterilization equipment.
- Maintained clean and organized sterile processing areas to prevent contamination of instruments and equipment.
- Recorded biologicals and test results.
- Operated specialized equipment using steam, gas and chemical methods to sterilize equipment.
- Promoted a safe working environment, adhering to established guidelines for handling hazardous materials.
Education
Abuakwa States College
GhanaSkills
- Steam sterilization
- Decontaminating surgical instruments
- Decontamination procedures
- High-level disinfection
- Manual cleaning
- Sterilization procedures
- Assembling case carts
- Instrument decontamination
- Recording biologicals
- Equipment testing
- Sterile storage
- Sterilization techniques
- Instrument sterilization
- Case cart assembly
- Supply replenishment
- Ultrasonic cleaning
- Infection control
- Computerized tracking
- Picking instruments
- Quality control
- Low-temperature sterilization
- Chemical handling
- Operating room support
- Inventory rotation
- Safety protocols
Certification
Crcst
Timeline
Sterile Processing Technician
Salem Hospital
03.2023 - 06.2025
Sterile Processing Technician
Hudson Regional Hospital
05.2018 - 02.2023
Abuakwa States College