Bernard Baffour
Summary
Detail-oriented Sterile Processing Technician experienced in decontaminating, sterilizing, and testing medical instruments. Achieved high productivity and efficiency through strong organizational skills, teamwork, and adherence to infection control standards. Focused on maintaining safety protocols and enhancing operational workflows to support patient safety.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Sterile Processing Technician
MultiCare Health
Puyallup, Washington
05.2026 - Current
- Sterilized surgical instruments using autoclaves and chemical solutions.
- Prepared and organized sterile supplies for surgical procedures.
- Inspected equipment for cleanliness and functionality before use.
Sterile Processing Technician
Aspen Valley Hospital
08.2025 - 04.2026
- Established constructive relationships with vendors, facilitating timely delivery of supplies necessary for daily operations.
- Fostered culture of continuous improvement by suggesting and implementing changes to sterilization processes that increased efficiency.
- Clean, disinfect Endoscopes and accessories according to infection -control standards
Sterile Processing Technician
Park Nicollet Hospital
05.2025 - 08.2025
- Perform manual cleaning, High-level disinfection, and sterilization of flexible endoscopes following manufacturer IFUs and facility policies.
- Conduct Leak Test, Visual inspection, and functional checks to ensure equipment safety and readiness.
- Ensure compliance with infection control, safety, and HIPAA standards
Sterile Processing Technician (Seasonal)
Aspen Valley Hospital
05.2024 - 04.2025
- Assembled, documented and packaged instrumentation and sets according to individual department protocols.
- Prepared trays, instrument packs, and surgical sets.
- Inspected instruments for cleanliness, proper function, and breakage by viewing the instruments before assembly.
Travel Sterile Processing Technician
Trustaff
11.2022 - 05.2024
- Readied instruments for sterilization procedures and completed decontamination protocols.
- Distributed sterile and non-sterile supplies and medical equipment upon request or case cart requisition.
- Organized and assembled routine or specialty surgical instrument trays or other sterilized supplies, filling special requests as needed.
- Assembled and wrapped trays of instruments for operating rooms and clinics.
Sterile Processing Technician
University of Colorado Hospital (UCHealth)
04.2019 - 11.2022
- Verified functionality of instruments used in endoscopic procedures before use to ensure patient safety.
- Adhered to operating and safety procedures during cleaning, disinfecting, and sterilizing endoscopes and equipment.
- Organized, labeled, and prepared items for O.R. to streamline workflow and enhance readiness.
- Reported expired, faulty, or damaged items to appropriate personnel to maintain compliance with safety standards.
Education
High School Diploma -
Aurora Central High School
AuroraSkills
- Sterilization techniques
- Infection control compliance
- High-level disinfection
Certification
- HSPA Certification
Timeline
Sterile Processing Technician
MultiCare Health
05.2026 - Current
Sterile Processing Technician
Aspen Valley Hospital
08.2025 - 04.2026
Sterile Processing Technician
Park Nicollet Hospital
05.2025 - 08.2025
Sterile Processing Technician (Seasonal)
Aspen Valley Hospital
05.2024 - 04.2025
Travel Sterile Processing Technician
Trustaff
11.2022 - 05.2024
Sterile Processing Technician
University of Colorado Hospital (UCHealth)
04.2019 - 11.2022
High School Diploma -
Aurora Central High School