Whitney Wade
@whitneywade
I am a CRCST sterile processing technician and healthcare admin optimizing workflows and authorizations.
United StatesWhat I'm looking for
I am a detail-oriented CRCST sterile processing technician and healthcare administration professional with over 3 years of experience in surgical instrument sterilization, radiology scheduling, and patient access. I manage travel team readiness and EHR workflows (Epic, Cerner) while driving measurable process improvements.
I achieved a 98% prior authorization approval rate, reduced claim denials by 25%, and was named SPD Efficiency Champion for optimizing tray assembly workflows; I also co-authored peer-reviewed surveillance publications and train staff in remote EHR workflows and quality-control protocols.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Sterile Processing Technician
Atlantic Health System
Nov 2022 - Present (2 years 9 months)
Sterilized and distributed instruments for 10+ operating rooms daily and provided cross-trained support for emergency surgical travel teams. Implemented quality-control protocols that reduced instrument defects by 15% and was named SPD Efficiency Champion in 2023.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
IMInternational Association of Healthcare Central Service Materiel Management
CRCST Certification, Sterile Processing / Central Service
Earned CRCST credential through IAHCSMM certifying competency in sterile processing and instrument sterilization.
ASAtlantic Health System
HIPAA Compliance Training, HIPAA Compliance
Completed HIPAA compliance training through Atlantic Health in 2023.
Tech stack
Software and tools used professionally
Availability
Location
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