Ashley Ball
Fort Wayne,IN
Summary
I am a seeking position in Surgical Sterile Processing to utilize my skills and professional experience, such as decontamination, assembly, sterilization and assemble case cart. I am a reliable team player know for adapting to changing needs and consistently delivering results, also known for paying attention to details, strong organizational skills, and communicating effectively. I am hoping to gain experience and knowledge that will challenge me to advance my Sterile Processing career.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Travel Sterile Processing Technician
IU Health | Aya Healthcare Staffing
09.2024 - Current
- Wrapped trays, instrument packs, and sets.
- Followed OSHA, FDA and AAMI guidelines related to sterilization in compliance with administrative regulations.
- 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.
- Assessed instruments, equipment, and containers to promote cleanliness and proper functioning.
- Decontaminated surgical instruments to remove bacteria and other contaminants before sterilization.
- Handled and disposed of sharps, biohazards and other hazardous materials in accordance with established protocols.
Travel Sterile Processing Technician
Lutheran Hospital | Aya Healthcare Staffing
02.2024 - 09.2025
- Wrapped trays, instrument packs, and sets.
- Followed OSHA, FDA and AAMI guidelines related to sterilization in compliance with administrative regulations.
- 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.
- Assessed instruments, equipment, and containers to promote cleanliness and proper functioning.
Travel Sterile Processing Technician
ProMedica Hospital |Aya Healthcare Staffing
06.2023 - 02.2024
- I have helped contribute to the hospital's Sterile Processing Departments in all areas, such as decontamination, assembly and sterilization, when short of employees.
- Followed OSHA, FDA and AAMI guidelines related to sterilization in compliance with administrative regulations.
- Decontaminated surgical instruments to remove bacteria and other contaminants before sterilization.
- Reduced risk of infections by maintaining a clean and sterile environment within the processing area.
- Assessed instruments, equipment, and containers to promote cleanliness and proper functioning.
- Enhanced patient safety by ensuring proper sterilization and packaging of medical equipment.
- Wrapped trays, instrument packs, and sets.
- Supported surgical teams effectively by preparing instrument trays according to procedure requirements.
- Operated specialized equipment using steam, gas and chemical methods to sterilize equipment.
- Recorded biologicals and test results.
- Achieved high levels of accuracy in record-keeping, logging important data related to sterilization cycles and equipment usage.
Travel Sterile Processing Technician
UC San Diego Health | Cambay Healthcare Staffing
09.2022 - 05.2023
- I have helped contribute to the hospital's Sterile Processing Departments in all areas, such as decontamination, assembly and sterilization, when short of employees.
- Wrapped trays, instrument packs, and sets.
- Followed OSHA, FDA and AAMI guidelines related to sterilization in compliance with administrative regulations.
- 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.
- Assessed instruments, equipment, and containers to promote cleanliness and proper functioning.
- Enhanced patient safety by ensuring proper sterilization and packaging of medical equipment.
Travel Sterile Processing Technician
Ventura County M.C.| Blueforce Healthcare Staffing
02.2022 - 09.2022
- I have helped contribute to the hospital's Sterile Processing Departments in all areas, such as decontamination, assembly and sterilization, when short of employees.
- Followed OSHA, FDA and AAMI guidelines related to sterilization in compliance with administrative regulations.
- Decontaminated surgical instruments to remove bacteria and other contaminants before sterilization.
- Reduced risk of infections by maintaining a clean and sterile environment within the processing area.
- Assessed instruments, equipment, and containers to promote cleanliness and proper functioning.
- Supported surgical teams effectively by preparing instrument trays according to procedure requirements.
- Wrapped trays, instrument packs, and sets.
- Enhanced patient safety by ensuring proper sterilization and packaging of medical equipment.
- Operated specialized equipment using steam, gas and chemical methods to sterilize equipment.
- Recorded biologicals and test results.
Travel Sterile Processing Technician
University of Kansas | Premier Medical Staffing
08.2020 - 02.2022
- I have helped contribute to the hospital's Sterile Processing Departments in all areas, such as decontamination, assembly and sterilization, when short of employees.
- Followed OSHA, FDA and AAMI guidelines related to sterilization in compliance with administrative regulations.
- Decontaminated surgical instruments to remove bacteria and other contaminants before sterilization.
- Reduced risk of infections by maintaining a clean and sterile environment within the processing area.
- Assessed instruments, equipment, and containers to promote cleanliness and proper functioning.
- Wrapped trays, instrument packs, and sets.
- Enhanced patient safety by ensuring proper sterilization and packaging of medical equipment.
- Supported surgical teams effectively by preparing instrument trays according to procedure requirements.
- Operated specialized equipment using steam, gas and chemical methods to sterilize equipment.
- Recorded biologicals and test results.
- Achieved high levels of accuracy in record-keeping, logging important data related to sterilization cycles and equipment usage.
Travel Sterile Processing Technician
Porter Regional Hospital | Medpro Healthcare
02.2020 - 05.2020
- I have helped contribute to the hospital's Sterile Processing Departments in all areas, such as decontamination, assembly and sterilization, when short of employees.
- Followed OSHA, FDA and AAMI guidelines related to sterilization in compliance with administrative regulations.
- Decontaminated surgical instruments to remove bacteria and other contaminants before sterilization.
- Reduced risk of infections by maintaining a clean and sterile environment within the processing area.
- Assessed instruments, equipment, and containers to promote cleanliness and proper functioning.
- Enhanced patient safety by ensuring proper sterilization and packaging of medical equipment.
- Wrapped trays, instrument packs, and sets.
- Supported surgical teams effectively by preparing instrument trays according to procedure requirements.
- Operated specialized equipment using steam, gas and chemical methods to sterilize equipment.
- Recorded biologicals and test results.
- Achieved high levels of accuracy in record-keeping, logging important data related to sterilization cycles and equipment usage.
Travel Sterile Processing Technician
St. Tammy Perish Hospital | Medpro Healthcare
07.2019 - 08.2019
- I have helped contribute to the hospital's Sterile Processing Departments in all areas, such as decontamination, assembly and sterilization, when short of employees. My assignment ended early due to automobile accident injuries, and I had to undergo 6 months of physical therapy.
- Contract Traveling
Travel Sterile Processing Technician
University Health | Accountable Health Staffing
03.2019 - 06.2019
- I have helped contribute to the hospital's Sterile Processing Departments in all areas, such as decontamination, assembly and sterilization and case cart, when short of employees.
- Followed OSHA, FDA and AAMI guidelines related to sterilization in compliance with administrative regulations.
- Decontaminated surgical instruments to remove bacteria and other contaminants before sterilization.
- Reduced risk of infections by maintaining a clean and sterile environment within the processing area.
- Assessed instruments, equipment, and containers to promote cleanliness and proper functioning.
- Wrapped trays, instrument packs, and sets.
- Enhanced patient safety by ensuring proper sterilization and packaging of medical equipment.
- Supported surgical teams effectively by preparing instrument trays according to procedure requirements.
Permanent Sterile Processing Technician
St. Vincent level 1 Trauma Hospital
01.2017 - 03.2019
- I performed decontamination, assembly, and sterilization. I have experience putting case carts together for Operating Rooms. I have carried a phone working as an ORL. I have experience working as a team leader to help management and used administrative management systems. I have experience working on loaner and syntheses trays. I also worked at the St. Vincent women hospital; were I processed Endoscopes manually and used OPA sterilant to sterilize Endoscopes.
- Followed OSHA, FDA and AAMI guidelines related to sterilization in compliance with administrative regulations.
- Increased operating room efficiency with organized preparation and timely delivery of sterile supplies.
- Decontaminated surgical instruments to remove bacteria and other contaminants before sterilization.
- Reduced risk of infections by maintaining a clean and sterile environment within the processing area.
- Assessed instruments, equipment, and containers to promote cleanliness and proper functioning.
- Enhanced patient safety by ensuring proper sterilization and packaging of medical equipment.
- Wrapped trays, instrument packs, and sets.
- Supported surgical teams effectively by preparing instrument trays according to procedure requirements.
- Operated specialized equipment using steam, gas and chemical methods to sterilize equipment.
- Recorded biologicals and test results.
- Achieved high levels of accuracy in record-keeping, logging important data related to sterilization cycles and equipment usage.
- Inspected sterile package integrity prior to distribution.
- Picked instruments and supplies for surgeries.
- Assisted in staff development by providing guidance to new team members on proper sterile processing techniques.
IMS/Modular/Stocker
Walmart
03.2014 - 01.2017
- I used a hand-held device to pick merchandise from the storage warehouse that needed to be stocked on the sales floor. I helped stock shelves and binned overstock in the storage warehouse area. I worked with the modular team, helping to remodel the store's endcaps of the shelves display.
- Greeted customers and directed to requested products.
- Answered customer questions and provided detailed product information.
- Unloaded, sorted and stocked merchandise according to store layout and product placement.
- Performed inventory control, such as counting, and stocking merchandise.
- Maintained effective team member communication.
- Enhanced inventory accuracy by diligently organizing and maintaining stockroom shelves.
Education
Associate of Science - General Studies/Healthcare
Ivy Tech Community College
Indianapolis, IN05.2019
Sterile Processing With Honors Diploma - Sterile Processing with Honors Diploma
Ashworth College
Peachtree City, GA08.2017
High School Diploma -
Pike High School
Indianapolis, IN05.2010
Skills
- Written and verbal communication skills
- Good organization, Detail oriented, Critical thinking
- Microsoft Office: Word, Excel, Access, and PowerPoint
- Decontaminating surgical instruments
- Assembly and packaging
- Instrumentation knowledge
- Steam sterilization
- Low-temperature sterilization
- Sterile storage
- Assembling case carts
- Workflow optimization
Accomplishments
- HSPA CRCST, CIS
- Basic Life Support
- Ashworth College | Sterile Processing with Honors Diploma
- Ivy Tech Community College | General Studies Associate degree
Timeline
Travel Sterile Processing Technician
IU Health | Aya Healthcare Staffing
09.2024 - Current
Travel Sterile Processing Technician
Lutheran Hospital | Aya Healthcare Staffing
02.2024 - 09.2025
Travel Sterile Processing Technician
ProMedica Hospital |Aya Healthcare Staffing
06.2023 - 02.2024
Travel Sterile Processing Technician
UC San Diego Health | Cambay Healthcare Staffing
09.2022 - 05.2023
Travel Sterile Processing Technician
Ventura County M.C.| Blueforce Healthcare Staffing
02.2022 - 09.2022
Travel Sterile Processing Technician
University of Kansas | Premier Medical Staffing
08.2020 - 02.2022
Travel Sterile Processing Technician
Porter Regional Hospital | Medpro Healthcare
02.2020 - 05.2020
Travel Sterile Processing Technician
St. Tammy Perish Hospital | Medpro Healthcare
07.2019 - 08.2019
Travel Sterile Processing Technician
University Health | Accountable Health Staffing
03.2019 - 06.2019
Permanent Sterile Processing Technician
St. Vincent level 1 Trauma Hospital
01.2017 - 03.2019
IMS/Modular/Stocker
Walmart
03.2014 - 01.2017
Associate of Science - General Studies/Healthcare
Ivy Tech Community College
Sterile Processing With Honors Diploma - Sterile Processing with Honors Diploma
Ashworth College
High School Diploma -
Pike High School
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