Sonja Woods-Willis
Buffalo,NY
Summary
Dynamic and detail-oriented Travel Sterile Processing Technician with extensive experience at HealthTrust Workforce Solutions. Expert in sterilization techniques and instrument inspection, ensuring compliance with safety protocols. Proven ability to train staff and collaborate effectively with surgical teams, enhancing operational efficiency and patient care. Committed to maintaining the highest standards in sterile processing.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Travel Sterile Processing Technician
HealthTrust Workforce Solutions
Nashville, TN
05.2025 - Current
- Packaged instruments into peel pouches and properly labeled pouches.
- Operated steam sterilizers, washer-disinfectors, ultrasonic cleaners, dry heat ovens, and other related equipment.
- Inspected instruments for cleanliness, proper function and breakage by viewing instruments before assembly.
- Prepared trays, instrument packs and surgical sets.
- Documented sterilization cycles and maintenance logs accurately.
- Assisted in training new staff on sterilization procedures and protocols.
- Packaged and labeled sterile items for storage and distribution.
- Followed safety protocols to prevent contamination during processing.
- Collaborated with surgical teams to ensure timely instrument availability.
- Inspected instruments for cleanliness and operational integrity.
- Maintained accurate inventory of sterile supplies and equipment.
- Sterilized surgical instruments using autoclaves and chemical disinfectants.
- Set proper temperature, pressure and parameters for steam machines to prepare for instrument cleaning.
- Evaluated incoming product packaging for damage or contamination prior to stocking shelves.
- Ensured compliance with safety guidelines in accordance with OSHA regulations.
- Recorded results of biological and diagnostic tests.
Medical Assistant
Kaleida Health
Buffalo, New
10.2022 - 05.2025
- Managed patient intake by collecting medical histories and vital signs.
- Assisted healthcare providers with patient examinations and procedures.
- Scheduled appointments and coordinated referrals for specialty care.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of exam rooms and medical supplies.
- Kept examination rooms clean, stocked with necessary supplies and prepared for incoming patients.
- Assisted physicians with patient care by taking vital signs, patient histories and preparing patients for examinations.
- Adhered to HIPAA regulations regarding safeguarding confidential patient information at all times.
- Answered phones, scheduled appointments and managed patient flow while greeting visitors in a professional manner.
Sterile Processing Technician
Kaleida Health
Buffalo, NY
12.2015 - 09.2022
- Sterilized surgical instruments using autoclaves and chemical solutions.
- Collaborated with surgical staff to ensure timely instrument availability.
- Inspected and packaged sterile supplies for operating rooms.
- Operated sterilizers, aerators and washers to disinfect and sterilize respirators and hospital beds.
- Delivered equipment to specified hospital locations or to patients' residences.
- Organized and assembled routine or specialty surgical instrument trays or other sterilized supplies, filling special requests as needed.
Education
High School Diploma -
Lafayette High School
Buffalo, NY08-2010
Skills
- Training staff
- Time management
- Instrument inspection
- Sterilization techniques
- Equipment operation
- Transporting patients
- Direct patient care
- Endoscope reprocessing
- Anatomy
- Nursing assistance
- Emergency response
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Vitals documentation
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Travel Sterile Processing Technician
HealthTrust Workforce Solutions
05.2025 - Current
Medical Assistant
Kaleida Health
10.2022 - 05.2025
Sterile Processing Technician
Kaleida Health
12.2015 - 09.2022
High School Diploma -
Lafayette High School