Andre Harris
Houston,TX
Summary
Detail-oriented Sterile Processing Technician with over 20 plus years of related experience. Excellentverbal and written communication skills with hardworking and diligent nature. Systematic withexceptional organizational, planning and multitasking abilities. Specializing in decontaminating andsterilizing instruments for use in medical procedures. Positive and upbeat with a team-orientedattitude.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified Sterile Processing Technician
Woodlands Specialty Hospital
12 2023 - 10 2024
- Promoted a culture of continuous improvement by participating in ongoing training and professionaldevelopment opportunities
- Supported operational excellence by accurately assembling instrument trays according to procedure-specific requirements
- Assisted in reducing surgical delays, swiftly addressing any issues related to missing or damagedinstruments
- Provided exceptional service to healthcare providers by promptly responding to requests for additionalinstrumentation or supplies during surgery
- Ensured optimal functioning of sterilization equipment through regular maintenance checks andcalibration as required.
Lead Certified Sterile Processing Technician
Tops Specialty Hospital
11 2019 - 12 2023
- Maintained a clean and organized work environment for efficient processing of medical equipment.
- Assisted in reducing surgical delays, swiftly addressing any issues related to missing or damaged instruments.
- Upheld regulatory requirements, diligently performing biological monitoring tests on sterilizers regularly.
- Assured instrument availability by managing inventory and promptly restocking supplies as needed.
- Wrapped trays, instrument packs, and sets.
- Verified and maintained proper documents and records for sterilization.
- Operated specialized equipment using steam, gas and chemical methods to sterilize equipment.
- Recorded biologicals and test results.
Lead Sterile Processing Technician
USPI, Memorial Hermann Surgery Center
03.2021 - 12.2022
- Increased efficiency in the sterile processing department by implementing improved workflow processes and training procedures
- Enhanced patient safety by ensuring proper sterilization and handling of all surgical instruments and equipment
- Reduced instrument turnaround time by optimizing inventory management systems and streamlining communication between departments
- Collaborated with surgical teams to ensure timely availability of required instruments, resulting in reduced surgery delays.
Certified Sterile Processing Technician
Oak Bend Surgery Center, Parkway
10.2020 - 03.2021
- Prepared instruments for sterilization and performed decontamination procedures
- Wrapped trays, instrument packs and sets
- Prepared instruments for terminal sterilization and reset surgical suites for next procedure
- Developed and implemented performance improvement strategies and plans to promote continuous improvement
- Monitored all company inventory to ensure stock levels and databases were updated
- Conducted research, gathered information from multiple sources and presented results
- Actively listened to customers, handled concerns quickly and escalated major issues to supervisor
- Picked instruments and supplies for surgeries.
Certified Sterile Processing Technician
UT Health Hospital
06.2020 - 10.2020
- Collected used contaminated instruments for sorting and decontamination
- Manually cleaned instruments removing waste matter from instruments and placing them into the washer decontaminator
- Prepared peel packs, wrapped sets and container sets for proper sterilization
- Monitored all sterilization loads through biological testing
- Examined all surgical instrumentation meticulously to ensure all instruments are prepared for assembly
- Recorded biologicals and test results
- Picked instruments and supplies for surgeries
- Prepared instruments for sterilization and performed decontamination procedures
- Wrapped trays, instrument packs and sets.
OR Material Manager/Certified Sterile Processing Technician
Memorial Ambulatory Surgery Center
07.2019 - 06.2020
- Enhanced inventory accuracy by implementing an advanced tracking system and conducting regular audits
- Streamlined procurement processes for increased efficiency in order management and supplier communication
- Optimized warehouse layout for improved accessibility, reducing time spent locating materials
- Established strong relationships with suppliers to negotiate better pricing and delivery terms
- Implemented a centralized purchasing system, resulting in cost savings and improved visibility of expenditures
- Identified opportunities for process improvements through regular reviews of existing systems and workflows
- Increased transparency of material movements by implementing real- time reporting tools accessible to relevant stakeholders.
Certified Sterile Processing Technician
Athletic Orthopedic Knee Surgery Center
06.2015 - 09.2019
- Assembled all instrumentation required for surgery, exams, and other medical procedures, on-time to enable quality patient care without interruption
- Helped maintained industry-low infection rate of less than 5% by diligently verifying all instruments were clean before processing
- Improved sterilization turn around time by memorizing count sheets
- Ordered and restocked supplies for decontamination and surgical areas
- Identified parameters and sterilization method required for each item to be sterilized
- Corrected instrument sets according to current standards and established count sheets and instrument tracking systems
- Picked instruments and supplies for surgeries
- Recorded biologicals and test results
- Verified and maintained proper documents and records for sterilization.
Certified Sterile Processing Technician
The Pines Surgery Center
06.2015 - 07.2019
- Improved patient safety by ensuring all surgical instruments were properly sterilized and assembled
- Maintained a clean and organized work environment for efficient processing of medical equipment
- Reduced the risk of infection by strictly adhering to established guidelines for decontamination procedures
- Enhanced department efficiency with thorough inspection and functionality testing of surgical instruments.
Certified Sterile Processing Coordinator
Houston Methodist San Jacinto Hospital
01.2013 - 06.2015
- Enhanced processing efficiency by streamlining workflows and implementing new software tools
- Managed high-volume data entry tasks, resulting in accurate and timely updates to company records
- Coordinated cross-functional teams for seamless project execution and improved overall productivity
- Hired, managed, developed and trained staff, established and monitored goals, conducted performance reviews and administered salaries for staff
- Optimized organizational systems for payment collections, AP/AR, deposits, and recordkeeping.
Certified Sterile Processing Technician
First Street Surgical Hospital
02.2002 - 01.2013
- Provided excellent service and attention to customers in face-to-face encounters and through phone conversations
- Managed intercompany material transfers across program repair facilities, and monitored through pick, inspect, pack and ship processes
- Created agenda, materials and communications for team meetings
- Cleaned and sterilized operating rooms
- Improved operations by working with team members and customers to find workable solutions
- Earned good attendance record and built reputation for being on time and ready to work
Travel Sterile Processing Technician
First Connect Health-Metro Health Hospital -Trauma Level 1
01 2002 - Current
- Verified and maintained proper documents and records for sterilization.
- Maintained clean and organized sterile processing areas to prevent contamination of instruments and equipment.
- Enhanced patient safety by ensuring proper sterilization and packaging of medical equipment.
- Wrapped trays, instrument packs, and sets.
- Operated specialized equipment using steam, gas and chemical methods to sterilize equipment.
- Recorded biologicals and test results.
- Decontaminated surgical instruments to remove bacteria and other contaminants before sterilization.
- Inspected sterile package integrity prior to distribution.
- Followed OSHA, FDA and AAMI guidelines related to sterilization in compliance with administrative regulations.
Education
PhD - Christian Education
World Outreach Theological Institute
Houston, TXApril.2013
High School Diploma -
Douglas Macarthur Senior High School
Houston, TXMay.1990
Skills
- Organizational skills
- Ambulatory surgery center
- Process improvement
- Hospital experience
- Communication skills
- Decontamination
- Maintenance
- Cleaning
- Assembly
- Data entry
- Order management system
- Computer Networking
- Picking & packing
- Project implementation
- Management
- Customer service
- Decontaminating surgical instruments
- Picking instruments
- Completing diagnostic tests
- Diagnostic Testing
- Sterilization procedures
- Computerized tracking
Certification
BLS Certification
CRCST IAHSMM
Timeline
Lead Sterile Processing Technician
USPI, Memorial Hermann Surgery Center
03.2021 - 12.2022
Certified Sterile Processing Technician
Oak Bend Surgery Center, Parkway
10.2020 - 03.2021
Certified Sterile Processing Technician
UT Health Hospital
06.2020 - 10.2020
OR Material Manager/Certified Sterile Processing Technician
Memorial Ambulatory Surgery Center
07.2019 - 06.2020
Certified Sterile Processing Technician
Athletic Orthopedic Knee Surgery Center
06.2015 - 09.2019
Certified Sterile Processing Technician
The Pines Surgery Center
06.2015 - 07.2019
Certified Sterile Processing Coordinator
Houston Methodist San Jacinto Hospital
01.2013 - 06.2015
Certified Sterile Processing Technician
First Street Surgical Hospital
02.2002 - 01.2013
Certified Sterile Processing Technician
Woodlands Specialty Hospital
12 2023 - 10 2024
Lead Certified Sterile Processing Technician
Tops Specialty Hospital
11 2019 - 12 2023
Travel Sterile Processing Technician
First Connect Health-Metro Health Hospital -Trauma Level 1
01 2002 - Current
PhD - Christian Education
World Outreach Theological Institute
High School Diploma -
Douglas Macarthur Senior High School
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