BRITTANY MARKS
Peoria,IL
Summary
Detail-oriented and CRCST-certified Sterile Processing Technician with over 8 years of progressive experience in high-acuity healthcare environments including Level I & II trauma centers and major teaching hospitals. A seasoned traveler with 8 successful travel assignments, known for ensuring safe surgical practices through expert decontamination, sterilization, instrumentation management, and equipment maintenance. Proficient in EPIC EMR, sterile field setup, and surgical tray assembly. Available for immediate deployment with no time-off requests.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Sterile Processing Technician
AMN Healthcare/ Carle Health
Urbana, IL
06.2025 - 12.2025
- Managed sterilization processes for surgical instruments, ensuring compliance with safety regulations.
- Trained and mentored junior staff on sterile techniques and equipment handling.
- Enhanced patient safety by ensuring proper sterilization and packaging of medical equipment.
- Assessed instruments, equipment, and containers to promote cleanliness and proper functioning.
- Demonstrated strong problem-solving skills when troubleshooting issues with autoclaves or other sterilization equipment.
- Corrected instrument sets according to current standards and established count sheets and instrument tracking systems.
- Maintained clean and organized sterile processing areas to prevent contamination of instruments and equipment.
- Handled and disposed of sharps, biohazards and other hazardous materials in accordance with established protocols.
- Picked instruments and supplies for surgeries.
- Promoted a safe working environment, adhering to established guidelines for handling hazardous materials.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge on industry best practices, participating in relevant training programs and workshops.
Sterile Processing Technician - Travel Assignments
Insight Global/ WestHealth Surgery Center
Plymouth, MN, USA
01.2025 - 04.2025
- Examine supplies meticulously to ensure they are properly cleaned and sanitized
- Test and report any issues or problems with the sterilization equipment.
- Sterilize, prepare, wrap, and organize equipment into instrument trays for use during medical procedures
- Prepare and deliver all necessary equipment and instruments for surgeries, examinations, medical procedures, and medical carts
- Maintain records of sterilization procedures, sterilized items, equipment maintenance and supplies
Sterile Processing Technician - Travel Assignments
AMN HEALTHCARE/Corewell Health - William Beaumont University Hospital
Royal Oak, MI, USA
10.2024 - 01.2025
- Monitor and operate sterilization equipment.
- Examine supplies meticulously to ensure they are properly cleaned and sanitized
- Test and report any issues or problems with the sterilization equipment.
- Sterilize, prepare, wrap, and organize equipment into instrument trays for use during medical procedure.
- Prepare and deliver all necessary equipment and instruments for surgeries, examinations, medical procedures, and medical carts
- Maintain records of sterilization procedures, sterilized items, equipment maintenance and supplies.
Sterile Processing Technician - Travel Assignments
Detroit Medical Center
Detroit, MI, USA
04.2024 - 10.2024
- Supported high-volume surgical services in trauma-focused, teaching hospital environments.
- Operated sterilizers (Steam, Gas Plasma, EtO), washers, and ultrasonic cleaners.
- Maintained documentation logs, biological testing, and equipment tracking systems.
Sterile Processing Technician - Travel Assignments
AMN HEALTHCARE/ Corewell Health - Dearborn Hospital
Dearborn, MI, USA
03.2023 - 03.2024
- Supported high-volume surgical services in trauma-focused, teaching hospital environments.
- Operated sterilizers (Steam, Gas Plasma, EtO), washers, and ultrasonic cleaners.
- Maintained documentation logs, biological testing, and equipment tracking systems.
Sterile Processing Technician
AMN HEALTHCARE/ ProMedica Toledo Hospital
Toledo, OH, USA
12.2022 - 02.2023
- Assembled complex instrument trays with precise adherence to AAMI standards.
- Handled high case volume with fast turnaround demands.
- Trauma Level I | Beds: 846
Sterile Processing Technician
AMN HEALTHCARE/ AdventHealth La Grange
La Grange, IL, USA
08.2022 - 09.2022
- Conducted sterilization cycles using both manual and automated systems.
- Supported general, orthopedic, and OB/GYN case carts.
- Trauma Level II | Beds: 177
Sterile Processing Technician
Piedmont Athens Regional
Athens, GA, USA
06.2022 - 08.2022
- Collaborated with OR staff to prioritize surgical case instrumentation.
- Conducted rigorous quality assurance inspections.
- Trauma Level II | Beds: 375
Sterile Processing Technician
AMN HEALTHCARE/ Emory Saint Joseph's Hospital
Atlanta, GA, USA
02.2022 - 06.2022
- Maintained compliance with Joint Commission and OSHA standards.
- Ensured timely availability of surgical instruments by prioritizing urgent requests and efficiently managing workload.
- Verified and maintained proper documents and records for sterilization.
- Assisted in staff development by providing guidance to new team members on proper sterile processing techniques.
- Supported surgical teams by responding promptly to last-minute requests and changes, ensuring no delays in surgical procedures.
- Collaborated with surgical departments to tailor instrument sets for specific procedures, enhancing surgical efficiency.
- Managed sterilization processes for surgical instruments, ensuring compliance with safety regulations.
Sterile Processing Technician
AMN HEALTHCARE/ Kaiser Permanente
Vallejo, CA, USA
01.2022 - 02.2022
- Specialized in cardiovascular and neuro-instrument sterilization.
- Recorded biologicals and test results.
- Operated specialized equipment using steam, gas and chemical methods to sterilize equipment.
- Achieved high levels of accuracy in record-keeping, logging important data related to sterilization cycles and equipment usage.
- Streamlined workflow for the department by organizing instruments and equipment in a systematic manner.
- Established constructive relationships with vendors, facilitating timely delivery of supplies necessary for daily operations.
- Maintained detailed records of sterilization cycles, contributing to hospital's compliance with regulatory standards.
Sterile Processing Technician
AMN HEALTHCARE/ SSM Health Saint Louis University Hospital
St. Louis, MO, USA
09.2021 - 01.2022
- Assisted in opening sterile processing workflows in new surgical wings.
- Mentored new SPD technicians on AAMI best practices.
- Trauma Level I | Beds: 350
Sterile Processing Technician
AMN HEALTHCARE/ Barnes-Jewish Hospital
St. Louis, MO, USA
12.2020 - 09.2021
- Handled instrumentation for over 30 OR suites, covering multiple specialties.
- Trauma Level I | Beds: 1,273
- Identified parameters and sterilization method required for each item to be sterilized.
- Facilitated positive working environment by mentoring new technicians, fostering team-oriented atmosphere.
- Trained and mentored junior staff on sterile techniques and equipment handling.
- Assessed instruments, equipment, and containers to promote cleanliness and proper functioning.
- Corrected instrument sets according to current standards and established count sheets and instrument tracking systems.
- Maintained clean and organized sterile processing areas to prevent contamination of instruments and equipment.
- Handled and disposed of sharps, biohazards and other hazardous materials in accordance with established protocols.
- Picked instruments and supplies for surgeries.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge on industry best practices, participating in relevant training programs and workshops.
Sterile Processing Technician
OSF Saint Francis Medical Center
Peoria, IL, USA
10.2020 - 12.2020
- Cross-trained in OR liaison roles; expedited surgical turnover times.
- Trauma Level I | Beds: 669
Sterile Processing Technician
UnityPoint Health - Methodist
Peoria, IL, USA
12.2013 - 09.2020
- Managed sterilization logs, instrument tracking, and vendor set documentation.
- Trauma Level II | Beds: 285
- Conducted routine inspections of sterilized items to maintain quality standards.
- Streamlined workflows by implementing new protocols to enhance efficiency in processing areas.
- Collaborated with clinical teams to ensure timely availability of sterile supplies for procedures.
- Developed training materials that improved staff understanding of sterilization best practices.
- Led initiatives to reduce turnaround times for instrument sterilization without compromising safety standards.
- Evaluated and updated inventory management systems to optimize supply availability and reduce waste.
- Supported surgical teams effectively by preparing instrument trays according to procedure requirements.
- Reduced risk of infections by maintaining a clean and sterile environment within the processing area.
- Decontaminated surgical instruments to remove bacteria and other contaminants before sterilization.
- Inspected sterile package integrity prior to distribution.
- Tested sterilization equipment by performing regular checks and maintenance to keep instruments in working order.
- Managed sterilization processes for surgical instruments, ensuring compliance with safety regulations.
- Trained and mentored junior staff on sterile techniques and equipment handling.
- Wrapped trays, instrument packs, and sets.
- Followed OSHA, FDA and AAMI guidelines related to sterilization in compliance with administrative regulations.
Sterile Processing Technician - Travel Assignments
Titan Medical/ Javon Bea Hospital
Rockford, IL
08.2019 - 12.2019
- Performed endoscopy scope reprocessing and specialty tray assembly.
- Trauma Level I | Beds: 194
- Collaborated with surgical teams to prioritize instrument availability and workflow efficiency.
- Wrapped trays, instrument packs, and sets.
- Followed OSHA, FDA and AAMI guidelines related to sterilization in compliance with administrative regulations.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Medical Assisting
Midstate College
Peoria, Illinois11.2011
Skills
Sterile Processing & Instrument Decontamination
Endoscopy
Operating & Monitoring Sterilization Equipment
Surgical Tray Assembly & Packaging
Equipment Maintenance & Quality Control
Surgical Case Cart Preparation
Infection Control Protocols (AAMI, OSHA, AORN)
EMR Documentation - EPIC Proficient
Travel-Ready
Adaptable
Team Collaboration
Proficient in using EPIC EMR
Proficient in decontamination, preparation, sterilization, and distribution of surgical instruments and medical equipment
Steam sterilization
High-level disinfection
Manual cleaning
Sterilization techniques
Infection control
Quality control
Low-temperature sterilization
Certification
- CRCST, HSPA, 582564, 2026-09-30
- Basic Life Support (BLS), American Heart Association, 2027-12
- ACLS 12/2027
Personal Information
Availability: Available for immediate deployment with no time-off requests.
Timeline
Sterile Processing Technician
AMN Healthcare/ Carle Health
06.2025 - 12.2025
Sterile Processing Technician - Travel Assignments
Insight Global/ WestHealth Surgery Center
01.2025 - 04.2025
Sterile Processing Technician - Travel Assignments
AMN HEALTHCARE/Corewell Health - William Beaumont University Hospital
10.2024 - 01.2025
Sterile Processing Technician - Travel Assignments
Detroit Medical Center
04.2024 - 10.2024
Sterile Processing Technician - Travel Assignments
AMN HEALTHCARE/ Corewell Health - Dearborn Hospital
03.2023 - 03.2024
Sterile Processing Technician
AMN HEALTHCARE/ ProMedica Toledo Hospital
12.2022 - 02.2023
Sterile Processing Technician
AMN HEALTHCARE/ AdventHealth La Grange
08.2022 - 09.2022
Sterile Processing Technician
Piedmont Athens Regional
06.2022 - 08.2022
Sterile Processing Technician
AMN HEALTHCARE/ Emory Saint Joseph's Hospital
02.2022 - 06.2022
Sterile Processing Technician
AMN HEALTHCARE/ Kaiser Permanente
01.2022 - 02.2022
Sterile Processing Technician
AMN HEALTHCARE/ SSM Health Saint Louis University Hospital
09.2021 - 01.2022
Sterile Processing Technician
AMN HEALTHCARE/ Barnes-Jewish Hospital
12.2020 - 09.2021
Sterile Processing Technician
OSF Saint Francis Medical Center
10.2020 - 12.2020
Sterile Processing Technician - Travel Assignments
Titan Medical/ Javon Bea Hospital
08.2019 - 12.2019
Sterile Processing Technician
UnityPoint Health - Methodist
12.2013 - 09.2020
Associate of Applied Science - Medical Assisting
Midstate College