Kuljeet Grewal
Calgary,AB
Summary
Experienced Surgical Processing Technician and Team Leader with a strong background in healthcare operations and staff development. Known for optimizing workflow, maintaining high standards of safety, and fostering collaborative team environments. Skilled at implementing process improvements and ensuring adherence to strict sterilization protocols. Committed to mentoring and developing staff, driving both individual and team success. Adept at problem-solving and managing complex surgical processing demands in high-pressure environments. Recognized for ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and enhancing overall department efficiency
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Surgical Processing Technician / Working Leader
Alberta Health Services
02.2001 - Current
- Proficient with Getinge, Steris Systems, and SPM software, ensuring optimal performance, maintenance, and compliance with sterilization standards.
- Serving as Permanent Team Lead in endoscope rooms, leading daily operations, and upholding the highest standards of infection control and sterilization.
- Trained over 80 staff members on the Medivator system, focusing on effective cleaning, handling, and processing of endoscopes, ensuring adherence to best practices and safety protocols.
- Over 23 years of experience in all aspects of surgical processing, including patient care equipment management, cleaning, wrapping and packaging, assembly of instrument and procedure trays, sterilization, storage, linen folding, case cart preparation, distribution, and quality assurance.
- Operating Room (OR) and MDRD leadership experience, frequently rotating and filling in for OR and MDRD working leaders, ensuring continuity in surgical operations and sterile processing.
Housekeeping
Alberta Health Services
01.1995 - 01.2000
- Exceeded brand cleanliness standards by consistently implementing best practices in housekeeping techniques and procedures.
- Collaborated with housekeeping team to maintain an organized workflow, ensuring timely completion of tasks.
- Ensured cleanliness of public areas by performing regular inspections and coordinating with housekeeping staff.
- Executed daily housekeeping tasks with precision, ensuring a clean and sanitary environment within the surgical processing department.
- Collaborated with other housekeeping staff to complete tasks efficiently and effectively.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Health Sciences
Khalsa Medical College
Ludhiana, Punjab, India1994
Skills
- Sterilization Expert
- Endoscope Handling
- Team Leadership
- Staff Training
- Process Improvement
- Inventory Management
- Quality Assurance
- Surgical Instruments
- Infection Control
- Teaching Skills
- Procedure Knowledge
- Mentorship Abilities
Certification
- Certified Registered Central Service Technician (CRCST)
- Certified Endoscope Reprocessor (CER)
Timeline
Surgical Processing Technician / Working Leader
Alberta Health Services
02.2001 - Current
Housekeeping
Alberta Health Services
01.1995 - 01.2000
Bachelor of Science - Health Sciences
Khalsa Medical College
- Certified Registered Central Service Technician (CRCST)
- Certified Endoscope Reprocessor (CER)
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