Jerry Gervais
2849 Penn Ave ,IN
Summary
Results-driven Sterile Processing Technician with extensive experience at Ascension Health Care, excelling in steam sterilization and infection control. Proven ability to enhance patient safety by ensuring optimal sterilization processes and training staff effectively. Recognized for improving operational efficiency and maintaining compliance with OSHA and AAMI guidelines.
Overview
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Certification
2027
2027
years of professional experience
Work History
Team Leader
Geodis Logistics
Plainfield, IN
2021 - 2023
- Led cross-functional teams to optimize logistics processes and improve efficiency.
- Implemented safety protocols, ensuring compliance across all operational areas.
- Developed training programs for new staff, enhancing onboarding experience and performance.
- Streamlined inventory management processes, reducing discrepancies and improving accuracy.
- Set performance expectations for the team, monitoring progress towards goals and providing constructive feedback as needed.
- Managed conflict resolution among team members, fostering a positive and collaborative work environment.
- Streamlined workflows for increased efficiency, reducing turnaround times for critical tasks.
- Improved operational workflows, enabling team to handle increased workloads without compromising quality.
- Motivated team members to surpass their targets, recognizing and rewarding their achievements.
Sterile Processing Technician
Ascension Health Care
Indianapolis, IN
2024 - Current
- Sterilized surgical instruments using autoclaves and chemical processes.
- Inspected and tested sterilization equipment for optimal performance.
- Maintained accurate records of sterilization cycles and equipment usage.
- Collaborated with surgical teams to ensure timely availability of sterile supplies.
- Adhered to safety protocols and infection control standards consistently.
- Trained new staff on proper sterilization techniques and procedures.
- Wrapped trays, instrument packs, and sets.
- Followed OSHA, FDA and AAMI guidelines related to sterilization in compliance with administrative regulations.
- Supported surgical teams effectively by preparing instrument trays according to procedure requirements.
- Reduced risk of infections by maintaining a clean and sterile environment within the processing area.
- Enhanced patient safety by ensuring proper sterilization and packaging of medical equipment.
- Assessed instruments, equipment, and containers to promote cleanliness and proper functioning.
- Decontaminated surgical instruments to remove bacteria and other contaminants before sterilization.
- Ensured timely availability of surgical instruments by prioritizing urgent requests and efficiently managing workload.
- Inspected sterile package integrity prior to distribution.
Sterile Processing Technician
IU Health Methodist Hospital
Indianapolis, IN
2022 - 2025
- Sterilized surgical instruments using autoclaves and chemical processes.
- Inspected and tested sterilization equipment for optimal performance.
- Maintained accurate records of sterilization cycles and equipment usage.
- Collaborated with surgical teams to ensure timely availability of sterile supplies.
- Wrapped trays, instrument packs, and sets.
- Followed OSHA, FDA and AAMI guidelines related to sterilization in compliance with administrative regulations.
- Reduced risk of infections by maintaining a clean and sterile environment within the processing area.
- Assessed instruments, equipment, and containers to promote cleanliness and proper functioning.
Education
Hspa - Sterile Processing
Florida Institute
05-2019
Associate of Science - Health Administration
Brown Mackie College
Miramar, FL09-2015
High School Diploma -
Miami Edison Senior High School
Miami, FL06-1999
Skills
Steam sterilization
Decontaminating surgical instruments
High-level disinfection
Decontamination procedures
Sterilization procedures
Assembling case carts
Manual cleaning
Instrument decontamination
Recording biologicals
Sterile storage
Equipment testing
Instrument sterilization
Case cart assembly
Supply replenishment
Ultrasonic cleaning
Computerized tracking
Infection control
Picking instruments
Quality control
Low-temperature sterilization
Chemical handling
Operating room support
Inventory rotation
Staff training
Safety protocols
Tray preparation
Assembling packages
Surgical kit assembly
Pulling case carts
Assembly and packaging
Aseptic environment maintenance
Instrument storage
Case tracking systems
OSHA regulations compliance
Instrument cleaning and sterilization
Critical thinking
Certification
Hspa
Bls
Languages
Haitian creole
Native or Bilingual
French
Full Professional
Timeline
Sterile Processing Technician
Ascension Health Care
2024 - Current
Team Leader
Geodis Logistics
2021 - 2023
Sterile Processing Technician
IU Health Methodist Hospital
2022 - 2025
Hspa - Sterile Processing
Florida Institute
Associate of Science - Health Administration
Brown Mackie College
High School Diploma -
Miami Edison Senior High School