GEORGE ROSS
Sandy Springs,MD
Summary
Experienced Sterile Processing Supervisor with extensive expertise in instrument sterilization, tray preparation, and infection prevention. Skilled at managing sterile processing workflows, improving team efficiency, and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards. Proven success in both supervisory roles and travel assignments at prominent hospitals nationwide.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Sterile Processing Supervisor
VHC Healt
Arlington, VA
05.2024 - Current
- Lead sterile processing operations to ensure the timely availability of sterile instruments for surgical procedures.
- Manage a team of sterile processing technicians, fostering compliance with industry protocols and standards.
- Streamline processes for inventory, equipment maintenance, and staff performance.
Certified Sterile Processing Technician
Prisma Health Richland, Palmetto Health Richland
Columbia, SC
08.2014 - 12.2015
- Disinfected and decontaminated surgical instrumentation for 30 or more cases daily.
- Assembled and sterilized 25 to 45 surgical trays and case carts daily.
- Earned Employee of the Month for outstanding performance, and attention to detail.
- Provided quality assurance by ensuring compliance with infection prevention protocols.
- Maintained instrument readiness to meet surgical demands in a high-paced environment.
Travel Certified Sterile Prep Technician
Barnes Jewish Parkview Hospital
St. Louis, MO
Travel Certified Sterile Prep Technician
Mon General Hospital
Morgantown, WV
Travel Certified Sterile Prep Technician
IUPUI University Hospital
Indianapolis, IN
Travel Certified Sterile Prep Technician
Putnam Hospital
Carmel, NY
Travel Certified Sterile Prep Technician
Barnes Jewish Medical Center
St. Louis, MO
Travel Certified Sterile Prep Technician
Hackensack University Medical Center
Westwood, NJ
Travel Certified Sterile Prep Technician
Jersey City Medical Center
Jersey City, NJ
- Responsibilities and achievements:
- Decontaminated surgical instrumentation for 30+ cases daily
- Assembled and sterilized 25-45 surgical trays and case carts daily
- Conducted quality control checks on instruments to ensure compliance with sterilization standards
- Maintained OR readiness through efficient scheduling, organization, and adherence to strict safety standards
- Extended contracts at multiple facilities based on excellent performance and reliability.
Education
Master of Science - Medical Science
Ponce Health Sciences University
St. Louis, MO12.2020
Bachelor of Science - Biology
South Carolina State University
Orangeburg, SC05.2013
Skills
- Leadership in sterile processing and team management
- Advanced knowledge of sterilization methods (steam, gas, and chemical)
- Instrument sterilization and tray preparation
- Endoscope decontamination and infection control
- Workflow optimization and inventory management
Affiliations
- Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc., Spring 2014
- Health Professional Society, 2011-2013
- SCSU Honors Program, 2008
Certification
- CBSPDT (32629)
- August 2015
Timeline
Sterile Processing Supervisor
VHC Healt
05.2024 - Current
Certified Sterile Processing Technician
Prisma Health Richland, Palmetto Health Richland
08.2014 - 12.2015
Travel Certified Sterile Prep Technician
Barnes Jewish Parkview Hospital
Travel Certified Sterile Prep Technician
Mon General Hospital
Travel Certified Sterile Prep Technician
IUPUI University Hospital
Travel Certified Sterile Prep Technician
Putnam Hospital
Travel Certified Sterile Prep Technician
Barnes Jewish Medical Center
Travel Certified Sterile Prep Technician
Hackensack University Medical Center
Travel Certified Sterile Prep Technician
Jersey City Medical Center
Master of Science - Medical Science
Ponce Health Sciences University
Bachelor of Science - Biology
South Carolina State University
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