Gusetta Sams
Tuskegee,Alabama
Summary
Detail-oriented professional skilled in inventory management and sterilization techniques. Known for effective training and development of staff, fostering a collaborative environment, and maintaining compliance with health and safety regulations.
Overview
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Certification
2027
2027
years of professional experience
Work History
Central Supply Supervisor
Tuskegee University College of Veterinary Medicine
Tuskegee, AL
09.2024 - Current
- Managed inventory for medical supplies and equipment at veterinary college.
- Coordinated supply orders with vendors, maintaining accurate records.
- Supervised staff in organizing and distributing supplies across departments.
- Ensured compliance with health and safety regulations during supply handling.
- Trained new employees on inventory management procedures and best practices.
- Collaborated with veterinary staff to assess supply needs and priorities.
Sterile Processing Technician
Emory Saint Joseph's Hospital of Atlanta
Atlanta, Georgia
10.2023 - 12.2023
- Sterilized surgical instruments using steam and chemical methods.
- Documented sterilization cycles and maintenance logs to ensure compliance with safety standards.
- Prepared trays, instrument packs and surgical sets.
- Operated steam sterilizers, washer-disinfectors, ultrasonic cleaners, dry heat ovens, and other related equipment.
- Packaged instruments into peel pouches and properly labeled pouches.
- Maintained detailed records of sterilized items, including item number, date, time, type of sterilizer, and operator initials for traceability.
- Performed decontamination of medical instruments and equipment to prepare for sterilization.
- Assembled instrument trays according to established protocols to support efficient surgical procedures.
Sterile Processing Technician
WellStar North Fulton Hospital
Roswell, Georgia
2022 - 2022
- Sterilized surgical instruments using steam and chemical methods.
- Documented and maintained sterilization cycles and logs to ensure compliance with safety standards.
- Prepared trays, instrument packs and surgical sets.
- Inspected instruments for cleanliness, function, and breakage prior to assembly, ensuring readiness for surgical use.
- Operated steam sterilizers, washer-disinfectors, ultrasonic cleaners, dry heat ovens, and other related equipment.
- Assembled instrument trays following established protocols.
- Recorded results of biological and diagnostic tests.
- Validated sterility of processed instruments through biological and chemical testing, confirming adherence to quality control protocols.
Sterile Processing Supervisor
University of Mississippi Medical Center, UMMC
Jackson, MS
2020 - 2021
- Supervised daily operations of sterile processing department at leading medical center.
- Ensured compliance with infection control standards and safety regulations to protect patient health.
- Coordinated staff training on sterilization techniques and equipment usage.
- Oversaw maintenance and calibration of sterilization equipment and tools to ensure optimal performance and safety.
- Conducted regular quality assurance audits to uphold departmental standards.
- Managed inventory of surgical instruments and supplies, streamlining processes to reduce waste and enhance availability.
- Developed procedures for effective workflow and process improvements.
- Collaborated with surgical teams to meet scheduling and equipment needs.
- Sterilized medical equipment and properly handled contaminated materials.
Education
Master of Arts - Healthcare Administration
Ashford University
San Diego, CA09-2016
Bachelor of Arts - Healthcare Education
Ashford University
San Diego, CA09-2014
MBA - Healthcare Administration
Jones International University
CO05-2009
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Tuskegee University
Tuskegee, AL05-1978
Skills
- Sterilization techniques
- Compliance standards
- Quality assurance
- Equipment maintenance
- Inventory management
- Supplies inventory
- Staff training
- Team collaboration
- Problem solving
- Detail orientation
Certification
- CRCST,CHL,CIS,CER HSPA 2026
Timeline
Central Supply Supervisor
Tuskegee University College of Veterinary Medicine
09.2024 - Current
Sterile Processing Technician
Emory Saint Joseph's Hospital of Atlanta
10.2023 - 12.2023
Sterile Processing Technician
WellStar North Fulton Hospital
2022 - 2022
Sterile Processing Supervisor
University of Mississippi Medical Center, UMMC
2020 - 2021
Master of Arts - Healthcare Administration
Ashford University
Bachelor of Arts - Healthcare Education
Ashford University
MBA - Healthcare Administration
Jones International University
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Tuskegee University