Aysia Sanders
Chicago
Summary
Healthcare professional with extensive experience as a paramedic and EMT, currently transitioning into sterile processing. Strong background in infection control, medical equipment handling, patient safety and clinical documentation. Skilled in working under pressure while maintaining accuracy and compliance. Seeking a sterile processing role to apply clinical knowledge and technical skills in supporting surgical operations and patient care.
Overview
1
1
Certification
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Paramedic
Trace Ambulance
Tinley Park, IL
05.2025 - Current
- Administered emergency medical care and life-saving interventions in high-pressure situations.
- Collaborated with EMTs and medical staff to ensure seamless patient transport and care continuity.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to determine needs and prioritize treatments effectively.
- Maintained accurate patient records and documentation for compliance with medical protocols.
- Performs capillary sticks and venipuncture procedures (IV insertions) as needed.
- Communicates about patient care & treatment clearly and effectively with patients' family members, other first responders, and various medical staff.
Paramedic
Elite Ambulance
Chicago, IL
04.2024 - 11.2024
- Operated advanced medical equipment, ensuring readiness for emergency response scenarios.
- Communicated critical information to receiving facilities for optimal patient handoff procedures.
- Participated in ongoing training sessions to enhance skills and knowledge of best practices.
- Demonstrated adaptability by responding effectively to diverse emergencies across varying environments.
Emergency Medical Technician
Elite Ambulance
Chicago, IL
08.2021 - 03.2024
- Monitored vital signs continuously throughout transports, identifying subtle changes that could indicate a worsening condition or potential complications requiring intervention by more qualified medical personnel.
- Delivered basic life support and emergency medical treatment to patients according to their medical emergency.
- Documented medical care given to patients in PCRs according to regional standards.
- Conducted inventories, stocks supplies and inspects equipment before and after shift.
Education
Sterile Processing Technician - Sterile Processing
Malcolm X College
Chicago, IL05-2026
Associate of Applied Science - Paramedicine
Malcolm X College
Chicago, IL12-2022
Skills
- Decontaminating surgical instruments
- Infection control
- Patient confidentiality
- Tool identification
- Biological monitoring
- OSHA regulations compliance
Clinical Experience
Clinical Experience
Sterile Processing Technician Student- John H. Stroger, Jr. Hospital of Cook County( January 2026- May 2026)
- Completed 400 hours of supervised training in a Level 1 Trauma hospital.
- Performed decontamination, cleaning, and inspection of surgical instruments following PPE and infection control protocols.
- Ensured compliance with AAMI, OSHA and facility-specific protocols.
- Assisted with documentation and tracking of sterilization processes.
- Ensuring properly assembly of surgical instruments, checking for damage and packing instruments under direct supervision.
- Sterilized surgical instruments using autoclaves and chemical sterilization under direct supervision.
Certification
- HSPA Certified SPT - Sterile Processing Technician (July 2026)
- CPR Provider -American Heart Association (Renewed Feb, 2025)
- Paramedic- Illinois State Certification (Feb,2024)
Timeline
Paramedic
Trace Ambulance
05.2025 - Current
Paramedic
Elite Ambulance
04.2024 - 11.2024
Emergency Medical Technician
Elite Ambulance
08.2021 - 03.2024
Sterile Processing Technician - Sterile Processing
Malcolm X College
Associate of Applied Science - Paramedicine
Malcolm X College