Andre Harris
Houston
Summary
Equipped with strong problem-solving abilities, willingness to learn, and excellent communication skills. Poised to contribute to team success and achieve positive results. Ready to tackle new challenges and advance organizational objectives with dedication and enthusiasm.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Travel Certified Sterile Prep Technician
Aya Healthcare-UT Southwestern Hospital
08.2025 - Current
- Documented all pertinent information related to sterile processing activities, maintaining accurate records for future reference.
- Performed routine maintenance on sterilization equipment, ensuring optimal functionality and longevity.
- Established positive relationships with colleagues across various departments, fostering teamwork and collaboration towards shared goals.
- Followed OSHA, FDA and AAMI guidelines related to sterilization in compliance with administrative regulations.
- Verified and maintained proper documents and records for sterilization.
- Maintained clean and organized sterile processing areas to prevent contamination of instruments and equipment.
Certified Sterile Processing Technician
HCA Kingwood Medical Center
02.2025 - Current
- Maintained a clean and organized work environment for efficient processing of medical equipment.
- Wrapped trays, instrument packs, and sets.
- Decontaminated surgical instruments to remove bacteria and other contaminants before sterilization.
- Recorded biologicals and test results.
- Operated specialized equipment using steam, gas and chemical methods to sterilize equipment.
Travel- Sterile Processing Technician
First Connect Health-Metro Health Hospital -Trauma Level 1
10.2024 - 02.2025
- 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.
Certified Sterile Processing Technician
Woodlands Specialty Hospital
10.2022 - 10.2024
- Collaborated with the surgical team, providing timely delivery of sterile equipment during surgeries.
- Assisted in reducing surgical delays, swiftly addressing any issues related to missing or damaged instruments.
- Maintained clean and organized sterile processing areas to prevent contamination of instruments and equipment.
- Decontaminated surgical instruments to remove bacteria and other contaminants before sterilization.
- Assessed instruments, equipment, and containers to promote cleanliness and proper functioning.
- Tested sterilization equipment by performing regular checks and maintenance to keep instruments in working order.
- Inspected sterile package integrity prior to distribution.
Lead Sterile Processing Technician
Tops Specialty Hospital
10.2021 - 11.2023
- Led a team of technicians, providing guidance and mentorship to improve overall performance and productivity within the department.
- Served as an effective liaison between the Sterile Processing Department and other hospital units, fostering a collaborative environment that supported overall patient care goals.
- Implemented quality control measures that significantly reduced instances of contaminated or damaged instruments reaching the operating room.
- Developed strong relationships with vendors, negotiating favorable contracts for equipment maintenance services while maintaining high-quality standards.
- Collaborated with surgical teams to ensure timely availability of required instruments, resulting in reduced surgery delays.
- Provided support to medical staff in resolving medical equipment problems.
Certified Sterile Processing Technician
UT Health Hospital
04.2021 - 10.2021
- Collected used contaminated instruments for sorting and decontamination
- Manually cleaned instruments removing waste matter from instruments and placing them into the washer
- 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
Memorial Ambulatory Surgery Center
08.2019 - 03.2021
- 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.
Lead Certified Sterile Processing Technician
Athletic Orthopedic Knee Surgery Center
07.2017 - 08.2019
- Assisted in reducing surgical delays, swiftly addressing any issues related to missing or damaged instruments.
- Helped maintained industry-low infection rate of less than 5% by diligently verifying all instruments were clean before processing
- Improved sterilization turnaround 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
- Advocated for workplace safety measures, proactively identifying potential hazards and taking appropriate corrective actions as necessary.
- Recorded biologicals and test results
- Played a crucial role in maintaining Joint Commission accreditation through adherence to best practices in sterile processing operations.
Certified Sterile Processing Technician
The Pines Surgery Center
06.2015 - 07.2017
- 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.
- Mentored junior team members, fostering professional development and skills growth within the department.
- Boosted department morale by cultivating a positive work environment that fostered collaboration among team members.
Certified Sterile Processing Technician
First Street Surgical Hospital
02.2010 - 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
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Surgical Technology
The College of Health Care Professions
Certificate of Technical Studies - Allied Health-Sterilization
Purdue University
04.2008
High School Diploma -
Douglas Macarthur Senior High School
05.1990
Skills
- Process improvement
- Leadership
- Communication skills
- Decontamination
- Cleaning
- Assembly
- Computerized tracking
- Supply and instrument ordering
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Aseptic technique
- Continuous learning mindset
- Operating room support
- Supply management
Certification
- Licensed - Certified Sterile Processing Technologist of 20 years
Timeline
Travel Certified Sterile Prep Technician
Aya Healthcare-UT Southwestern Hospital
08.2025 - Current
Certified Sterile Processing Technician
HCA Kingwood Medical Center
02.2025 - Current
Travel- Sterile Processing Technician
First Connect Health-Metro Health Hospital -Trauma Level 1
10.2024 - 02.2025
Certified Sterile Processing Technician
Woodlands Specialty Hospital
10.2022 - 10.2024
Lead Sterile Processing Technician
Tops Specialty Hospital
10.2021 - 11.2023
Certified Sterile Processing Technician
UT Health Hospital
04.2021 - 10.2021
OR Material Manager
Memorial Ambulatory Surgery Center
08.2019 - 03.2021
Lead Certified Sterile Processing Technician
Athletic Orthopedic Knee Surgery Center
07.2017 - 08.2019
Certified Sterile Processing Technician
The Pines Surgery Center
06.2015 - 07.2017
Certified Sterile Processing Coordinator
Houston Methodist San Jacinto Hospital
01.2013 - 06.2015
Certified Sterile Processing Technician
First Street Surgical Hospital
02.2010 - 01.2013
Certificate of Technical Studies - Allied Health-Sterilization
Purdue University
High School Diploma -
Douglas Macarthur Senior High School
Some College (No Degree) - Surgical Technology
The College of Health Care Professions
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