Elijah Harris
Vacaville
Summary
Dedicated and highly motivated Certified Surgical Technologist with recently obtained certification and a strong foundation in sterile techniques, surgical procedures, and patient care. Eager to contribute to a team-oriented healthcare environment by leveraging clinical training, attention to detail, and a passion for supporting surgical teams in delivering exceptional patient outcomes. Committed to continuous learning and professional growth within a dynamic surgical setting.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Surgical Technologist Student
San Ramon Regional Hospital
San Ramon
05.2025 - 09.2025
- Prepared surgical instruments and equipment to enhance procedural efficiency.
- Maintained sterile field during surgeries to reduce infection risks.
- Collaborated with surgical team to facilitate smooth operational workflows.
- Managed inventory of surgical supplies, ensuring timely restocking as needed.
- Documented and observed procedures for training and compliance purposes.
- Responded swiftly to surgeons' requests for additional materials during operations.
- Prepared sutures, dressings, and essential items for diverse surgical procedures.
- Gained experience in Orthopedics, Ophthalmology, General, and Neuro surgeries.
Sterile Processing Technician (Contract)
UCSF School of Dentistry
San Francisco
10.2023 - 01.2024
- Processed and sterilized surgical instruments under hospital-grade infection control protocols.
- Maintained compliance with OSHA and Joint Commission standards.
Sterile Processing Technician (Externship)
Sutter Fairfield Surgery Center
Fairfield
01.2023 - 05.2023
- Hands-on experience in sterile processing and instrument decontamination.
- Worked with endoscopes, steam sterilization, and Sterrad (O3) sterilization systems.
Team Member
Target
Vacaville
01.2022 - 02.2023
- Maintained organization and stocked merchandise per store layout.
Multichannel Transmission System Operator (MOS 25Q)
U.S. Army
El Paso
01.2017 - 01.2022
- Installed, operated, and maintained multichannel communication systems.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Surgical Technology Program
Contra Costa Medical Career College
Antioch, CA09.2025
Certified Healthcare Sterile Processing Technician - Allied Health
Contra Costa Medical Career College
Antioch, CA01.2023
Basic Leadership Course -
U.S. Army
01.2021
Combat Life Saving (CLS) Certification -
U.S. Army
01.2021
Skills
- Sterile technique & aseptic principles
- Specimen handling & labeling
- HIPAA compliance & patient confidentiality
- Assisting surgeons & anticipating procedural needs
- Infection control & biohazard safety protocols
- Surgical case preparation & draping techniques
- Instrument sterilization & decontamination
- Knowledge of surgical procedures & specialties
- Patient positioning & surgical site preparation
- Suture material handling & passing techniques
- Adherence to Joint Commission & OSHA standards
- Dexterity & precision in instrument handling
Certification
- Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) , NBSTSA, Contra Costa Medical Career College ,2025
- Certified Healthcare Sterile Processing Technician, Contra Costa Medical Career College, 2023
- Basic Leadership Course, U.S. Army, 2021
- Combat Life Saving (CLS) Certification, U.S. Army, 2021
Timeline
Surgical Technologist Student
San Ramon Regional Hospital
05.2025 - 09.2025
Sterile Processing Technician (Contract)
UCSF School of Dentistry
10.2023 - 01.2024
Sterile Processing Technician (Externship)
Sutter Fairfield Surgery Center
01.2023 - 05.2023
Team Member
Target
01.2022 - 02.2023
Multichannel Transmission System Operator (MOS 25Q)
U.S. Army
01.2017 - 01.2022
Associate of Applied Science - Surgical Technology Program
Contra Costa Medical Career College
Certified Healthcare Sterile Processing Technician - Allied Health
Contra Costa Medical Career College
Basic Leadership Course -
U.S. Army
Combat Life Saving (CLS) Certification -
U.S. Army