Certified sterile processing technician with extensive experience at New Iberia Medical Center, specializing in sterilization techniques and infection control. Demonstrated success in improving operational efficiency through effective inventory management and collaboration. Dedicated to upholding patient safety and ensuring compliance with all regulatory standards.
Hi, I’m
Sean Skipper
1176 Theobald Rd,Saint Martinville,LA,USA
Summary
Overview
3
years of professional experience
1
Certificate
2023
years of post-secondary education
Work History
New Iberia Medical CenterNew Iberia, LA
PRN Sterile Processing Technician, CRCST
12.2025 - Current
Job overview
- Collaborated with operating room personnel to facilitate timely availability of sterile supplies for surgical procedures.
- Sterilized surgical instruments using steam, ethylene oxide, and hydrogen peroxide methods.
- Performed decontamination of medical instruments and equipment to prepare for sterilization.
- Conducted inspections of instruments for damage, promptly reporting issues to appropriate personnel.
- Performed routine maintenance checks on sterilization equipment, addressing technical issues.
- Maintained accurate records of processed items, supporting regulatory compliance and traceability.
Aya HealthcareCalifornia
Certified Sterile Processing Technician
10.2023 - Current
Job overview
- Conducted decontamination, cleaning, and sterilization of surgical instruments following established protocols.
- Demonstrated proficiency in utilizing various sterilizers, selecting appropriate methods based on requirements.
- Ensured regulatory compliance with precise records of all processed items
- Inspected instruments for defects and promptly reported issues to appropriate personnel
- Maintained inventory of sterile supplies and equipment in storage areas.
- Conducted regular maintenance checks on equipment, ensuring optimal functioning and timely issue resolution.
Aya Healthcare/ UCLA Santa Monica Medical CenterLos Angeles, CA
Travel Sterile Processing Technician
11.2025 - 11.2025
Job overview
- Executed decontamination cleaning and sterilization of surgical instruments per established protocols.
- Applied sterilization methods, including steam autoclaves, based on instrument specifications.
- Maintained accurate records of processed items to ensure regulatory compliance.
- Inspected instruments and reported damage or defects to ensure quality standards.
- Performed maintenance assessments on sterilization equipment and addressed identified issues.
- Organized work environment to support workflow efficiency and minimize contamination risk.
Aya Healthcare- University of California San Francisco ParnassusSan Francisco, CA
Travel Certified Sterile Processing Technician
03.2025 - 04.2025
Job overview
- Successfully completed over 400 sterile processing procedures from decontamination to sterilization while adhering to safety and quality standards.
- Prepared and packaged surgical instruments according to strict guidelines, ensuring readiness for surgical procedures.
- Ensured consistent compliance with infection control standards and regulations.
- Operated sterilization equipment, including ultrasonic cleaners and gas plasma sterilizers, effectively.
- Inspected instruments for damage, promptly reporting issues to relevant personnel.
- Operated sterilization equipment, including autoclaves and washer-disinfectors.
Aya Healthcare- UCLA Santa Monica Medical CenterLos Angeles, CA
Travel Certified Sterile Processing Technician
02.2025 - 02.2025
Job overview
- Cleaned and inspected instruments for sterilization, ensuring readiness for surgical use.
- Ensured strict adherence to infection control standards and regulations, safeguarding patient safety.
- Conducted inspections of instruments for damage, promptly reporting issues to uphold patient safety.
- Prepared and packaged instruments for surgical procedures following established protocols.
- Operated advanced sterilization equipment, achieving exceptional instrument cleanliness.
- Utilized expertise in sterilizers to determine optimal sterilization methods for diverse instruments.
- Adhered to infection control practices to eliminate cross-contamination risks.
- Monitored sterilization cycles and equipment usage to maintain accurate documents
Aya Healthcare- Duke University HospitalDurham, NC
Travel Certified Sterile Processing Technician
12.2024 - 01.2025
Job overview
- Ensured cleanliness and organization of sterile processing department, supporting safe and efficient operations.
- Demonstrated proficiency in operating sterilization equipment, including ultrasonic cleaners and gas plasma sterilizers.
- Applied knowledge of various sterilizers to select suitable sterilization methods for specific instruments.
- Assembled instrument trays with precision, ensuring accuracy and completeness for effective surgical procedures.
- Inspected instruments for damage and communicated concerns to appropriate personnel, preventing potential patient safety issues.
- Conducted maintenance checks on sterilization equipment, resolving equipment issues.
- Maintained accurate records for all processed items to ensure regulatory compliance.
Aya Healthcare- Ronald Regan UCLA Medical CenterLos Angeles, CA
Travel Certified Sterile Processing Technician
11.2024 - 11.2024
Job overview
- Executed decontamination cleaning, assembly, and sterilization of surgical instruments to minimize infection risks.
- Demonstrated proficiency in sterilization equipment, achieving superior cleanliness results.
- Conducted thorough inspections of instruments, reporting damages or defects for timely repairs.
- Maintained meticulous records of processed items to ensure regulatory compliance.
- Performed regular maintenance checks on sterilization equipment for optimal functionality.
- Sustained a clean, organized workspace to reduce contamination risks.
Opelousas General Health SystemOpelousas, LA
Central Sterile Technician
08.2023 - 10.2024
Job overview
- Decontaminated and sterilized surgical instruments and supplies per established protocols.
- Operated and maintained sterilization equipment, including autoclaves and gas plasma sterilizers.
- Trained new staff on decontamination techniques and infection control practices, ensuring adherence to safety standards.
- Assembled instrument trays with precision, ensuring accuracy and completeness.
- Collaborated with surgical teams to anticipate instrument needs, improving instrument availability during procedures.
- Inspected instruments for defects, reporting issues to supervisors for timely repairs.
- Followed infection control guidelines consistently to maintain a safe working environment.
Education
Ashworth CollegeNorcross, GA
Sterile Processing
01-2023
University Overview
Skills
- Sterilization procedures
- Infection control
- Aseptic techniques
- Instrumentation expertise
- Medical terminology
- Quality assurance
- Inventory management
- Safety compliance
- OSHA regulations
- Task prioritization
- Time management
- Problem solving
- Critical thinking
- Team collaboration
- Record keeping
Certification
- BLS Certification, 12/01/25, 12/31/27
- CRCST, 06/01/25, 06/30/26
Timeline
PRN Sterile Processing Technician, CRCST
New Iberia Medical Center
12.2025 - Current
Travel Sterile Processing Technician
Aya Healthcare/ UCLA Santa Monica Medical Center
11.2025 - 11.2025
Travel Certified Sterile Processing Technician
Aya Healthcare- University of California San Francisco Parnassus
03.2025 - 04.2025
Travel Certified Sterile Processing Technician
Aya Healthcare- UCLA Santa Monica Medical Center
02.2025 - 02.2025
Travel Certified Sterile Processing Technician
Aya Healthcare- Duke University Hospital
12.2024 - 01.2025
Travel Certified Sterile Processing Technician
Aya Healthcare- Ronald Regan UCLA Medical Center
11.2024 - 11.2024
Certified Sterile Processing Technician
Aya Healthcare
10.2023 - Current
Central Sterile Technician
Opelousas General Health System
08.2023 - 10.2024
Ashworth College
Sterile Processing
01.2023