Loretta Ashley
Maricopa,AZ
Summary
Central Sterile professional with over 20 years of experience prepared to contribute to the healthcare team by ensuring highest standards of instrument sterilization and infection control. Known for reliable support in healthcare settings and maintaining compliance with safety protocols. Emphasis on collaborative teamwork and adaptability to changing healthcare needs. Proficient in operating autoclaves and other sterilization equipment, with detail-oriented approach to maintaining sterile environments.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Central Sterile Technician
Gila River Health Care
Sacaton, AZ
10.2023 - 03.2025
- Ensured compliance with infection control standards during sterilization procedures.
- Operated and maintained sterilization equipment, enhancing operational efficiency and safety.
- Conducted regular inspections of sterilized items to confirm adherence to quality standards.
- Ensured compliance with industry regulations through accurate documentation of sterilization processes and quality control measures.
- Reduced the risk of infection by performing thorough inspections of all instruments for cleanliness and functionality.
- Recorded biologicals and test results.
Lead Medical Supply Technician
Veterans Administration Medical Center
Phoenix, AZ
08.2014 - 01.2022
- Monitored company inventory to keep stock levels and databases updated.
- Carried out day-day-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Communicated deadlines to ensure projects were completed on time.
- Completed paperwork, recognizing discrepancies and promptly addressing for resolution.
- Quickly learned new skills and applied them to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
- Ordered and restocked supplies for decontamination and surgical areas.
- Corrected instrument sets according to current standards and established count sheets and instrument tracking systems.
- Wrapped trays, instrument packs and sets.
- Assessed instruments, equipment and containers to promote cleanliness and proper functioning.
- Inspected sterile package integrity prior to distribution.
- Recorded biologicals and test results.
- Identified parameters and sterilization method required for each item to be sterilized.
- Verified and maintained proper documents and records for sterilization.
- Ordered and restocked supplies for decontamination and surgical areas.
Certified Medical Supply Technician
Phoenix Indian Medical Center
Phoenix, AZ
01.2014 - 08.2014
- Ordered and restocked supplies for decontamination and surgical areas.
- Corrected instrument sets according to current standards and established count sheets and instrument tracking systems.
- Assessed instruments, equipment and containers to promote cleanliness and proper functioning.
- Recorded biologicals and test results.
- Inspected sterile package integrity prior to distribution.
- Verified and maintained proper documents and records for sterilization.
- Identified parameters and sterilization method required for each item to be sterilized.
- Wrapped trays, instrument packs and sets.
Certified Medical Supply Technician
Gallup Indian Medical Center
Gallup, NM
04.2008 - 01.2014
- Ordered and restocked supplies for decontamination and surgical areas.
- Corrected instrument sets according to current standards and established count sheets and instrument tracking systems.
- Assessed instruments, equipment and containers to promote cleanliness and proper functioning.
- Recorded biologicals and test results.
- Inspected sterile package integrity prior to distribution.
- Verified and maintained proper documents and records for sterilization.
- Identified parameters and sterilization method required for each item to be sterilized.
- Wrapped trays, instrument packs and sets.
Education
High School Diploma -
Zuni High School
Zuni, NM05.1979
Skills
- Patient confidentiality
- Infection control protocols
- Biohazardous waste disposal
- PPE Compliant
- Safe sharps disposal
- Workplace safety
- Sterilization techniques
- Steam autoclaves operation
- Assembly and packaging
- Decontamination procedures
Certification
- SPT - Sterile Processing Technician
Timeline
Central Sterile Technician
Gila River Health Care
10.2023 - 03.2025
Lead Medical Supply Technician
Veterans Administration Medical Center
08.2014 - 01.2022
Certified Medical Supply Technician
Phoenix Indian Medical Center
01.2014 - 08.2014
Certified Medical Supply Technician
Gallup Indian Medical Center
04.2008 - 01.2014
High School Diploma -
Zuni High School