Keshia Brown
Houston
Summary
Detail-oriented and certified Sterile Processing Technician with extensive experience in high-volume surgical environments including ENT, trauma, and general surgical support. Skilled in high-level disinfection (HLD), autoclave operations, and assembling complex instrument trays. Also experienced in medical billing, claims processing, and clerical support. Strong ability to transition into roles in medical records, administrative support, or compliance.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Sterile Processing Technician – ENT Department
Kelsey-Seybold Clinic
Houston
04.2023 - 04.2025
- Executed high-level disinfection for ENT scopes and instruments.
- Operated autoclaves for sterilization of instruments and pill packs.
- Assembled and wrapped surgical trays tailored to ENT procedures.
- Maintained precise documentation for equipment sterilization processes.
- Collaborated with medical staff to uphold infection control compliance.
- Managed medical records while overseeing supply inventory in ENT department.
- Supported administrative functions, including logging equipment use and filing documentation.
Sterile Processing Technician
Ben Taub Hospital (Level I Trauma Center)
Houston
01.2019 - 04.2023
- Documented sterilization logs and inventory records for compliance audits accurately.
- Prepared surgical trays, instrument packs, and sets according to established protocols.
- Inspected instruments for cleanliness and functionality prior to assembly.
- Operated autoclaves, washer-disinfectors, ultrasonic cleaners, and endoscope reprocessors efficiently.
- Packaged instruments in peel pouches with proper labeling for identification.
- Maintained detailed records of sterilized items, including item number and date.
- Monitored wash solution quality to ensure effective decontamination of instruments.
- Assisted in training new staff on sterilization techniques and safety practices.
Patient Access Representative
SpectraCell Laboratories
Houston
05.2017 - 01.2019
- Verified insurance eligibility and managed authorization processes for patient care.
- Assisted patients with financial inquiries and payment plans to ensure clarity.
- Maintained accurate electronic health records in compliance with regulatory standards.
- Scanned documents into electronic medical records system.
- Verified insurance coverage for services provided by the facility.
- Communicated financial obligations to patients and collected fees at time of service.
Education
Technical Diploma - Sterile Processing Technician
Fortis College
Houston, TX06-2019
Technical Diploma - Medical Billing And Coding
Corithian College
Houston, TX03-2009
Associate of Applied Science - Paralegal Studies
Center For Advanced Legal Studies
Houston, TX07-2006
Skills
- HLD and sterilization
- Autoclave operation
- Surgical tray assembly
- Infection control
- Inventory management
- Records documentation
- Case cart assembly
- High-level disinfection
- Instrument inspection
- Assembly and packaging
- Supply replenishment
- Case tracking systems
- Pulling case carts
- Autoclave and scope reprocessing
- Medical billing and claims processing
- Medical records support
- Supply inventory management
- HIPAA compliance
- MS Office proficiency
- EPIC software usage
- data entry
Certification
- CRCST (HSPA)
- BLS
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Sterile Processing Technician – ENT Department
Kelsey-Seybold Clinic
04.2023 - 04.2025
Sterile Processing Technician
Ben Taub Hospital (Level I Trauma Center)
01.2019 - 04.2023
Patient Access Representative
SpectraCell Laboratories
05.2017 - 01.2019
Technical Diploma - Sterile Processing Technician
Fortis College
Technical Diploma - Medical Billing And Coding
Corithian College
Associate of Applied Science - Paralegal Studies
Center For Advanced Legal Studies