Connor Hice
Jasper,AL
Summary
Dynamic professional with extensive experience in sterile processing and quality assurance. Proven track record in enhancing workflow efficiency and compliance with infection control standards. Skilled in surgical instrument identification and assembly, while fostering team collaboration and mentoring junior staff to elevate operational performance.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Travel Operating Room Liaison
Steris
Travel
11.2024 - Current
- Facilitated communication between departments to enhance workflow efficiency.
- Supported internal audits by preparing documentation and organizing findings for review.
- Monitored compliance with regulatory standards, identifying areas for improvement proactively.
- Collaborated closely with department heads to identify opportunities for process improvement initiatives.
Sterile Processing Supervisor
USA Health
Mobile, AL
02.2024 - 10.2024
- Supervised daily operations of sterile processing department, ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards.
- Trained staff on best practices for instrument sterilization and equipment maintenance protocols.
- Trained new employees in sterile processing techniques, leading to faster onboarding and reduced errors.
- Elevated standards in instrument handling with strategic quality control initiatives.
Repair Technician II
Steris
Birmingham, AL
11.2020 - 08.2023
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Executed precise repairs on surgical instruments and devices to meet technical specifications.
- Reassembled surgical devices and equipment, ensuring compliance with specifications.
Sterile Processing Technician
Grandview
08.2019 - 11.2020
- Served as Lead Technician in absence of official lead roles.
- Mentored junior technicians, providing guidance on troubleshooting and maintenance procedures.
- Implemented process improvements, enhancing workflow efficiency and reducing downtime.
- Performed quality inspections on finished work to ensure adherence to standards and specifications.
- Optimized workflow for improved operational performance.
Sterile Processing Technician
UAB Higlands
12.2017 - 08.2019
- Operated sterilization equipment to ensure compliance with health and safety standards.
- Prepared surgical instruments by assembling, cleaning, and packaging for sterilization processes.
- Monitored inventory levels of sterile supplies, coordinating timely replenishment to support surgical schedules.
Education
High School Diploma -
Oak Mountain Highschool
Birmingham, ALSkills
- Sterile Processing and Instrument Decontamination
- Surgical Instrument Identification & Assembly
- Autoclave Operation & Monitoring
- Infection Control Standards (AAMI, AORN, CDC)
- Tray Configuration & Case Cart Preparation
- Biological & Chemical Indicator Testing
- Equipment Maintenance & Troubleshooting
- Quality Assurance & Process Improvement
- Inventory & Supply Chain Management
- Documentation & Tracking Systems (eg, CensiTrac, SPM, Epic, etc)
Certification
HSPA Certified
Timeline
Travel Operating Room Liaison
Steris
11.2024 - Current
Sterile Processing Supervisor
USA Health
02.2024 - 10.2024
Repair Technician II
Steris
11.2020 - 08.2023
Sterile Processing Technician
Grandview
08.2019 - 11.2020
Sterile Processing Technician
UAB Higlands
12.2017 - 08.2019
High School Diploma -
Oak Mountain Highschool