Miss Qwuintina Josey
Fairview Park,OH
Summary
Dynamic Medical Instrument Technician with a proven track record at Detroit Medical Center, excelling in sterilization methods and quality assurance. Achieved 99% compliance in instrument processing while enhancing team collaboration and training. Passionate about maintaining high standards and improving operational efficiency in sterile processing environments.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Medical Instrument Technician - Sterile Processing
Detroit Medical Center Receiving Hospital
Detroit, MI
08.2024 - Current
- Inspects, prepares, assembles and determines the correct method and packaging for sterilization such as but not limited to steam, STERRAD, Steris, ETO and high-level disinfecting re-processors: may prepare operating room case carts daily utilizing surgery schedule.
- Disassembles the RMD and determines the correct cleaning method, such as but not limited to ultrasonic cleaners, mechanical washers, cart washer and chemical cleaning/decontamination agents as determined by manufactures instructions.
- Conducted biological and chemical monitoring; initiated corrective actions for non-compliance.
- Utilized instrument tracking systems for complete set traceability and quality control.
- Collaborated with OR to troubleshoot issues and prioritize emergency requests, minimizing case delays.
- Led quality assurance checks and provided on-the-job training for new technicians and agency staff.
- Maintained compliant sterile storage conditions regarding temperature, humidity, and airflow.
Sterile Processing Technician
Corewell Health
Royal Oak, MI
02.2023 - 05.2024
- Processed 1,500+ instruments/month with 99% compliance to sterilization standards.
- Removes soil, blood, tissue fragments, body fluids and other contaminants by wiping, soaking, rinsing and scrubbing.
- Inspects packages for indications of proper sterilization, assembles basic sets and trays throughout the medical center including those used in the operating room.
- Documents daily operational checks and records data for all sterilization equipment.
- Supported multi-shift workflow improvements.
Operations Administrator
CAR'S
Westland, MI
02.2016 - 12.2022
- Led operations across two AFC homes, an adult day program, and CLS services; improved service delivery by 35%.
- Supervised 30+ staff; increased retention by 25% via training and performance management.
- Implemented compliance policies; increased licensing approvals by 20%.
- Managed budgets; reduced costs by 15% without quality loss.
Support Specialist Manager
Is Care CLS Inc
Detroit, MI
10.2010 - 05.2016
- Built compliance and medication policies leading to two consecutive 3-year CARF accreditations.
- Hired and trained 50+ employees; reduced turnover by 35%.
- Expanded client base by 30% via contract management (BHPI, CLS, ICA).
- Led weekly supervision; improved performance and morale.
Private Events Coordinator
The Renaissance Club (Club Corp)
Detroit, MI
09.2008 - 11.2010
- Planned and executed private events generating $500K+ annually.
- Increased repeat business by 40% through client relationship management.
- Raised client satisfaction by 20% through tailored services and collaboration with leadership staff.
Education
Oakland Community College
Southfield, MI06-2024
Electrical Engineering
Lawrence Technological University
Some College (No Degree) - Human Services
University of Phoenix
High School -
Murray Wright High School
Detroit, MISkills
- Sterilization methods
- Instrument tracking
- Biological monitoring
- Quality assurance
- Equipment maintenance
- Compliance standards
Certification
- CRCST - Certified Registered Central Service Technician (HSPA), 656599, 08/08/25, 08/31/26
- IA - Instrument Associate Certification
- HIPAA & OSHA Training
- BLS, 383E2B85
Timeline
Medical Instrument Technician - Sterile Processing
Detroit Medical Center Receiving Hospital
08.2024 - Current
Sterile Processing Technician
Corewell Health
02.2023 - 05.2024
Operations Administrator
CAR'S
02.2016 - 12.2022
Support Specialist Manager
Is Care CLS Inc
10.2010 - 05.2016
Private Events Coordinator
The Renaissance Club (Club Corp)
09.2008 - 11.2010
Oakland Community College
Electrical Engineering
Lawrence Technological University
Some College (No Degree) - Human Services
University of Phoenix
High School -
Murray Wright High School