Camillya Lewis
Southfield,Michigan
Summary
Certified Sterile Processing professional at Henry Ford Hospital. With experience in decontamination, sterilization, and equipment maintenance. Strong focus on team collaboration and achieving results, adaptable to changing needs and workflows. Skilled in maintaining compliance with healthcare standards, ensuring patient safety, and managing inventory efficiently. Known for reliability, precision, and effective communication in high-pressure environments.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified Sterile Processing Technician
Henry Ford Hospital
04.2022 - Current
- Improved patient safety by ensuring all surgical instruments were properly sterilized and assembled.
- Upheld regulatory requirements, diligently performing biological monitoring tests on sterilizers regularly.
- Promoted a culture of continuous improvement by participating in ongoing training and professional development opportunities.
- 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.
- Wrapped trays, instrument packs, and sets.
- Followed OSHA, FDA and AAMI guidelines related to sterilization in compliance with administrative regulations.
- Decontaminated surgical instruments to remove bacteria and other contaminants before sterilization.
Customer Service Representative
Michigan Head and Spine Institute
02.2021 - 03.2022
- Managed high-stress situations effectively, maintaining professionalism under pressure while resolving disputes or conflicts.
- Resolved customer complaints with empathy, resulting in increased loyalty and repeat business.
- Handled escalated calls efficiently, finding satisfactory resolutions for both customers and the company alike.
- Responded to customer requests for products, services, and company information.
Laboratory Support Technician /Cytology Technician
Oakwood/ Beaumont Hospital
01.2000 - 06.2020
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to achieve project goals on time and within budget constraints.
- Managed waste disposal according to industry best practices, reducing risk of contamination or accidents within the facility.
- Reduced turnaround time for test results with proficient operation of various lab instruments and equipment.
- Provided exceptional customer service when interacting with clients regarding sample submissions or inquiries about test results.
- Promoted a safe working environment by enforcing compliance with safety regulations and guidelines in the laboratory.
- Streamlined sample processing by implementing effective inventory management systems for reagents and consumables.
- Coordinated equipment maintenance schedules to minimize disruptions and maintain optimal performance of lab instruments.
- Assisted in troubleshooting issues with lab equipment, minimizing downtime and ensuring continuous workflow.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Surgical Technician
Wayne County Community College
Detroit, MI06-2008
GED -
Franklin Education
Detroit, MI06-1997
Skills
- Ethics and professionalism
- Tool identification
- Patient confidentiality
- Workload prioritization
- Surgical instrumentation
- Chemical handling
- Biohazard waste disposal
- Cell culture maintenance
Certification
- Basic Life Support Certification(BLS) – American Heart Association.
- Certified Registered Central Service Technician (CRCST) - International Association of Healthcare Central Service Materiel Management (HSPA)
Timeline
Certified Sterile Processing Technician
Henry Ford Hospital
04.2022 - Current
Customer Service Representative
Michigan Head and Spine Institute
02.2021 - 03.2022
Laboratory Support Technician /Cytology Technician
Oakwood/ Beaumont Hospital
01.2000 - 06.2020
- Basic Life Support Certification(BLS) – American Heart Association.
- Certified Registered Central Service Technician (CRCST) - International Association of Healthcare Central Service Materiel Management (HSPA)
Associate of Applied Science - Surgical Technician
Wayne County Community College
GED -
Franklin Education
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