Marcie Wisdom
Buchanan Dam,TX
Summary
Detail-oriented professional with expertise in sterilization and quality control. Known for optimizing procedural workflows and maintaining high standards of operational excellence in sterile processing environments.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Certified Sterile Processing Technician
Seton Highland Lakes Hospital-Ascension
Burnet, TX
07.2023 - Current
- Managed sterilization processes for surgical instruments through autoclaves and chemical agents, guaranteeing compliance with established safety protocols.
- Assessed sterilization equipment functionality and adherence to quality control measures to maintain high operational standards.
- Monitored and organized sterile supply inventory, guaranteeing accessibility and compliance with storage standards for surgical operations.
- Worked closely with surgical teams to pinpoint specific instrument needs, optimizing procedural workflow efficiency.
- Developed and delivered comprehensive training on sterilization methods and safety standards to enhance team competency.
- Executed process enhancements that streamlined instrument reprocessing and minimized turnaround time.
- Analyzed and assessed sterile processing procedures through regular audits, focusing on compliance improvement and risk reduction strategies.
- Created comprehensive training resources to support ongoing staff development in sterile processing best practices.
- Collaborated with the surgical team, providing timely delivery of sterile equipment during surgeries.
- Oversaw adherence to best practices in sterile processing operations, contributing to successful joint commission accreditation.
- Assisted in reducing surgical delays, swiftly addressing any issues related to missing or damaged instruments.
- Achieved consistent quality outcomes, closely following manufacturer guidelines for reprocessing reusable medical devices.
- Fostered effective communication within the team, contributing to a seamless workflow between departments involved in patient care.
- Upheld regulatory requirements, diligently performing biological monitoring tests on sterilizers regularly.
- Supported operational excellence by accurately assembling instrument trays according to procedure-specific requirements.
- Maintained a clean and organized work environment for efficient processing of medical equipment.
- Demonstrated commitment to excellence, consistently meeting or exceeding departmental performance metrics in a fast-paced environment.
- Reduced the risk of infection by strictly adhering to established guidelines for decontamination procedures.
- Followed OSHA, FDA and AAMI guidelines related to sterilization in compliance with administrative regulations.
- Identified parameters and sterilization method required for each item to be sterilized.
- Verified and maintained proper documents and records for sterilization.
- Managed inventory levels and executed supply orders for decontamination and surgical areas.
- Facilitated communication between medical staff and equipment vendors to ensure seamless operations.
- Wrapped trays, instrument packs, and sets.
- Collaborated with medical staff to confirm availability of medical equipment for patient care.
- Operated, adjusted, and monitored diagnostic equipment and other machines used during procedures.
- Developed and maintained medical equipment databases.
- Monitored inventory levels to keep all medical equipment properly stocked.
Education
CRCST -
HSPA
11-2025
High School Diploma -
Medina ISD
Medina, TX06-1988
Fire And EMS Training -
TEEKS
Bryan, TX08-2002
Associate of Science - Surgical Scrub And Ophthalmic Tech
San Antonio College
San Antonio, TX10-1991
Skills
- Ethical conduct
- Proficient in tool assessment
- Patient data protection
- Strategic prioritization skills
- Decontamination procedures
- Disinfection practices
- Thorough visual assessment
- Biological assessment
- Experience with instrument tracking systems
- Proficient in surgical tools
- Assembly and packaging skills
- Safety compliance procedures
- Quality management
- Collecting biological data
- Quality control
- Monitoring of equipment performance
- Computerized tracking
- Clinical diagnostic testing
- Inventory management
- Technical writing
- Sterilization techniques
- Stock rotation management
- Conducting diagnostic assessments
- Regulatory adherence
- Organized work environment
- Equipment inspection
- Documenting test results
- Accurate tray preparation
- Experience in OSHA standards adherence
- Sterilization equipment operation
- Instrument processing
- Sterile technique
- Team-oriented approach
- Sterilization techniques
- Organizational time strategies
- Meticulous attention to detail
- Effective multitasking
- Dependable performance
- Strong verbal communication
- Strong organizational abilities
- Effective team engagement
- Operational proficiency in machinery
- Sterilization efficacy testing
Timeline
Certified Sterile Processing Technician
Seton Highland Lakes Hospital-Ascension
07.2023 - Current
CRCST -
HSPA
High School Diploma -
Medina ISD
Fire And EMS Training -
TEEKS
Associate of Science - Surgical Scrub And Ophthalmic Tech
San Antonio College