Lexus Stokes
Oshkosh
Summary
Attentive sterile processing technician with several years of experience in healthcare. Good communication skills, a strong attention to detail and a superior work ethic. Looking for a role in a fast-paced environment.
Conscientious professional in healthcare support, known for high productivity and efficiency in task completion. Specialize in sterilization techniques, equipment maintenance, and inventory management with keen attention to safety protocols. Excel through strong organizational skills, ability to prioritize tasks effectively, and excellent communication with team members.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
2015
2015
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
Sterile Processing Technician
Prevea Health
Green Bay
03.2026 - Current
- Inspected instruments for damage or contamination before sterilization.
- Followed safety protocols to ensure a safe working environment.
- Collaborated with surgical teams to meet their sterilization needs.
- Documented sterilization processes accurately for compliance records.
- Prepared trays, instrument packs and surgical sets.
- Inspected instruments for cleanliness, proper function and breakage by viewing instruments before assembly.
Certified Sterile Processing Technician
ThedaCare Regional Medical Center
Neenah
02.2024 - 02.2026
- Support infection prevention, documentation, and quality standards
- - Prepare instrument trays and supplies to support efficient clinical
- - Processed reusable surgical instruments using steam, V-PRO, and Medivator systems
- - Used Steris SPM tracking system for instrument management and documentation
- - Performed quality checks and maintained compliance with AAMI standards
- - Supported safe instrument turnaround in a fast.
- Sterilized surgical instruments using autoclaves and chemical solutions.
- Prepared and organized sterile supplies for surgical procedures.
- Maintained cleanliness and order in the sterile processing area.
- Inspected instruments for damage or contamination before sterilization.
- Followed safety protocols to ensure a safe working environment.
- Assisted in inventory management of sterile supplies and equipment.
- Collaborated with surgical teams to meet their sterilization needs.
- Documented sterilization processes accurately for compliance records.
- Prepared trays, instrument packs and surgical sets.
- Inspected instruments for cleanliness, proper function and breakage by viewing instruments before assembly.
- Operated steam sterilizers, washer-disinfectors, ultrasonic cleaners, dry heat ovens, and other related equipment.
- Packaged instruments into peel pouches and properly labeled pouches.
- Maintained accurate records of all sterilized items, including item number, date, time, type of sterilizer used, and operator initials.
- Assembled instrument trays according to established protocols using aseptic technique.
- Distributed sterile and non-sterile supplies and medical equipment upon request or case cart requisition.
- Monitored biological and chemical wash solution to determine quality and consistency for decontamination of instruments and medical equipment.
- Monitored expired sterilization dates and rotated stock to minimize processing.
- Processed medical waste following hospital protocol for safe disposal.
- Sorted incompatible sets of instruments, trays and medical equipment.
- Supported departmental initiatives to meet productivity standards and flexible staffing needs
- Managed working well alone
- Completed successful high turnover/case requests as needed
- Sterilized surgical instruments using advanced sterilization techniques and equipment.
- Inspected and tested sterilized items for compliance with safety standards.
- Organized and maintained sterile storage areas for efficient access to instruments.
- Worked with other departments to establish seamless restock of sterile instrument needs.
Education
Oshkosh North High School
Oshkosh, WISome College (No Degree) - Nursing Science
University of Wisconsin, Oshkosh
Oshkosh, WISkills
- Instrument sterilization
- Aseptic technique
- Quality assurance
- Compliance documentation
- Process optimization
Certification
- Crcst
Timeline
Sterile Processing Technician
Prevea Health
03.2026 - Current
Certified Sterile Processing Technician
ThedaCare Regional Medical Center
02.2024 - 02.2026
Oshkosh North High School
Some College (No Degree) - Nursing Science
University of Wisconsin, Oshkosh