Sterile Processing Technician at Aya Healthcare (2025-04 – Present)
- Sterilized surgical instruments using steam and ethylene oxide methods to ensure compliance with safety standards.
- Trained new staff on sterilization procedures, equipment operation, and safety protocols to enhance team performance.
- Supported surgical teams effectively by preparing instrument trays according to procedure requirements.
- Collaborated with surgical teams to understand instrument needs, ensuring timely availability for procedures.
- Managed inventory of sterile supplies, tracking usage and replenishment to maintain optimal stock levels.
- Conducted routine maintenance checks on sterilization equipment, ensuring proper functionality and reducing downtime.
- Tested sterilization equipment by performing regular checks and maintenance to keep instruments in working order.
- Followed OSHA, FDA and AAMI guidelines related to sterilization in compliance with administrative regulations.
- Reduced risk of infections by maintaining a clean and sterile environment within the processing area.
- Wrapped trays, instrument packs, and sets.
Sterile Processing Technician III at Tanner (2023-08 – 2025-02)
- Responsible for the decontamination, assembly, and sterilization of all surgical instruments used in the operating rooms.
- Processed instrumentation for external departments including G.I lab, breast services, wound center, and cath lab using steam autoclave and sterrad 100nx, nx, 100s, and v-pro, maintaining compliance with sterilization protocols.
- Operated sterilization equipment to ensure compliance with safety standards and protocols.
- Prepared surgical instruments for procedures by inspecting, cleaning, and packaging items efficiently.
- Trained new staff on sterile processing procedures and equipment usage to enhance team performance.
Sterile Processing Technician II at WellStar (2022-08 – 2023-03)
- Decontaminated, assembled, and sterilized surgical instruments for operating rooms, ensuring safety and readiness for procedures.
- Sterilization process I'm proficient with is steam autoclave and sterrad 100nx, nx, 100s, and v-pro. Responsible for processing instrumentation for outside the hospital such as G.I lab, breast services, wound center and cath lab.
- Operated sterilization equipment to ensure compliance with health and safety regulations.
- Inspected surgical instruments for cleanliness and functionality prior to surgeries.
- Maintained inventory of sterile supplies, facilitating efficient workflow in operating rooms.
Travel Sterile Processing Technician II at MedPro (2022-02 – 2022-08)
- Decontaminated, assembled, and sterilized all surgical instruments utilized in operating rooms, ensuring compliance with safety standards.
- Sterilization process I'm proficient with is steam autoclave and sterrad 100nx, nx, 100s, and v-pro. I'm also responsible for training new staff in nightly biological testing of autoclave and sterrad machines, weekly leak, flash and dart testing. I'm responsible for processing instrumentation for outside the hospital such as G.I. lab, breast services, wound center and cath lab.
- Coordinated sterilization processes for surgical instruments and equipment to ensure compliance with safety standards.
- Monitored sterilization cycles using advanced sterilization technologies, maintaining high-quality assurance protocols.
- Implemented inventory management procedures, optimizing the supply of sterile goods for surgical departments.
Sterile Processing Technician II at Steris (2021-01 – 2022-01)
- Decontaminated, assembled, and sterilized surgical instruments for operating rooms, ensuring readiness and compliance with safety standards.
- Proficient in steam autoclave and sterrad 100nx, nx, 100s, and v-pro sterilization processes, maintaining high levels of instrument hygiene.
- Operated sterilization equipment to ensure compliance with safety and sanitation standards.
- Inspected and assembled surgical instruments for optimal performance in operating rooms.
- Maintained accurate inventory of sterile supplies, facilitating efficient workflow for surgical teams.
Sterile Processing Technician at CHI Memorial (2019-04 – 2020-12)
- Responsible for the decontamination, assembly, and sterilization of all surgical instruments used in the operating rooms.
- Sterilization process I'm proficient with is steam autoclave and sterrad 100nx, nx, 100s, and v-pro. Conducted weekly leak, flash, and dart testing to ensure equipment functionality. I am responsible for processing instrumentation for outside the hospital such as G.I lab, breast services, wound center and cath lab. I would do O R Liaison. EPIC
- Operated sterilization equipment to ensure compliance with safety and quality standards.
- Inspected surgical instruments for cleanliness and functionality prior to use.
- Trained new staff on best practices in sterile processing techniques.
Painter at Intersign (2015-03 – 2019-05)
- Mixed paint and chemicals for paint booth cleanup and maintained painting equipment.
- Operated various painting tools and equipment to ensure high-quality finishes.
- Prepared surfaces by cleaning, sanding, and priming for optimal paint adhesion.
- Applied paints, stains, and coatings using brushes, rollers, and sprayers with precision.
