Natalie Balom
2815 Clarksville Rd,KY
Summary
Detail-oriented Sterile Processing Technician with expertise in instrument decontamination and infection control compliance. Operated sterilization equipment and managed inventory to ensure readiness for surgical procedures. Collaborated with healthcare teams to fulfill urgent instrument requests, enhancing workflow in fast-paced environments. Monitored sterilization processes and validated instrument cleanliness, promoting patient safety and care quality.
Overview
1
1
Certification
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Sterile Processing Technician
atlanta children’s hospital
Atlanta, GA
04.2023 - 07.2026
- Sterilized surgical instruments for Atlanta Children's Hospital operating rooms.
- Cleaned and assembled instrument trays for pediatric procedures.
- Inspected scopes and instruments for damage, residue, and proper function.
- Disinfected equipment and work areas following infection control standards.
- Prepared case carts for surgery using hospital procedures and schedules.
- Collaborated with nurses and surgical teams on urgent instrument needs.
- Tracked instrument sets through decontamination, sterilization, and storage workflows.
- Inspected instruments for cleanliness, proper function and breakage by viewing instruments before assembly.
- Prepared trays, instrument packs and surgical sets.
- Packaged instruments into peel pouches and properly labeled pouches.
- Operated steam sterilizers, washer-disinfectors, ultrasonic cleaners, dry heat ovens, and other related equipment.
- Assembled instrument trays according to established protocols using aseptic technique.
- Distributed sterile and non-sterile supplies and medical equipment upon request or case cart requisition.
- Recorded results of biological and diagnostic tests.
- Validated the sterility of processed instruments by performing biological and chemical testing.
Sterile Processing Technician
Northeast Hospital
Gainesville, GA
02.2024 - 04.2026
- Sterilized surgical instruments for Atlanta Children's Hospital operating rooms.
- Cleaned and assembled instrument trays for pediatric procedures.
- Inspected scopes and instruments for damage, residue, and proper function.
- Disinfected equipment and work areas following infection control standards.
- Operated steam sterilizers, washer-disinfectors, ultrasonic cleaners, dry heat ovens, and other related equipment.
- Packaged instruments into peel pouches and properly labeled pouches.
- Assembled instrument trays according to established protocols using aseptic technique.
- Performed decontamination of medical instruments and equipment to prepare for sterilization.
- Ensured compliance with safety guidelines in accordance with OSHA regulations.
- Reported any malfunctions or discrepancies in equipment to management immediately.
- Monitored inventory levels of supplies in order to maintain adequate stock at all times.
- Monitored biological and chemical wash solution to determine quality and consistency for decontamination of instruments and medical equipment.
- Monitored expired sterilization dates and rotated stock to minimize processing.
- Supported departmental initiatives to meet productivity standards and flexible staffing needs.
- Sorted incompatible sets of instruments, trays and medical equipment.
- Changed autoclave charts daily by dating and initialing each chart load.
- Provided guidance and instructions to new staff members regarding sterile processing techniques.
- Participated in quality assurance programs designed to identify areas needing improvement.
- Verified that all documents were completed accurately before releasing items from the sterile processing area.
- Assisted in ordering supplies necessary for effective operation of the sterile processing department.
- Processed medical waste following hospital protocol for safe disposal.
- 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.
- Recorded results of biological and diagnostic tests.
- Distributed sterile and non-sterile supplies and medical equipment upon request or case cart requisition.
- Validated the sterility of processed instruments by performing biological and chemical testing.
Receptionist
Warner Robins Rehabilitation Center
Warner Robins, Georgia
04.2022 - 07.2023
Amazon Associate
Amazon
Warner Robins
03.2022 - 04.2022
- Scanned packages using handheld devices in Amazon fulfillment center.
- Sorted inventory across conveyor lines and staging areas.
- Picked customer orders from storage locations with accuracy.
- Inspected packages for damage and shipping label errors.
- Stowed merchandise into designated bins and shelving systems.
- Supported team members during peak volume and workflow changes.
- Coordinated priority orders with leads across warehouse departments.
- Packed boxes and stock using organizational guidelines.
Target Team Member
Target
Warner Robins, GA
10.2021 - 12.2021
- Supported Target guest service with friendly assistance across sales floor and registers.
- Restocked merchandise and organized backroom inventory using Target stocking standards.
- Zoned aisles to keep Target displays clean, shoppable, and brand ready.
Education
Warner Robins Highschool
Warner Robins, GASkills
- Sterile processing
- Steam sterilization
- Instrument decontamination
- Aseptic technique
- Team collaboration
- Problem solving
- Time management
- Quality assurance
- Workstation organization
- Surgical instrument knowledge
- Data entry
- Records filing
- Patient intake
- Supply ordering
- Schedule coordination
- Customer interaction
- Attention to detail
- Document organization
- Database management
Certification
- sterile processing certification
- BSL
Timeline
Sterile Processing Technician
Northeast Hospital
02.2024 - 04.2026
Sterile Processing Technician
atlanta children’s hospital
04.2023 - 07.2026
Receptionist
Warner Robins Rehabilitation Center
04.2022 - 07.2023
Amazon Associate
Amazon
03.2022 - 04.2022
Target Team Member
Target
10.2021 - 12.2021
Warner Robins Highschool