Natasha Lige
Minneapolis,MN
Summary
Dynamic Sterile Processing Technician with proven expertise at North Memorial Health Hospital in steam sterilization and decontaminating surgical instruments. Recognized for enhancing operational efficiency and maintaining rigorous quality standards. Adept at assembling case carts and fostering collaboration among healthcare teams to ensure timely instrument availability for surgeries.
Professional with experience ensuring safe and efficient sterilization of medical instruments and equipment. Skilled in decontamination, sterilization, and inventory management, with strong focus on maintaining high standards of hygiene and safety. Reliable team player known for adapting to changing needs and consistently delivering results. Known for attention to detail, strong organizational skills, and effective communication.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Sterile Processing Technician
North Memorial Health Hospital
10.2024 - 09.2025
- Operated sterilization equipment to ensure compliance with safety and quality standards.
- Prepared surgical instruments for procedures by following established protocols and guidelines.
- Maintained accurate records of sterilization processes and inventory levels for accountability.
- Assisted in the cleaning and decontamination of medical supplies to uphold hygiene standards.
- Collaborated with healthcare staff to ensure timely availability of sterile instruments for surgeries.
- Adapted quickly to changes in workflow demands during peak operational periods.
- Followed OSHA, FDA and AAMI guidelines related to sterilization in compliance with administrative regulations.
- Maintained clean and organized sterile processing areas to prevent contamination of instruments and equipment.
Volunteer Coordinator
AmeriCorps Twin Cities Habitat for Humanity
10.2022 - 03.2023
- Coordinated volunteer recruitment efforts, enhancing community engagement and participation in Habitat for Humanity projects.
- Developed training materials and conducted orientation sessions for new volunteers, ensuring preparedness and compliance.
- Managed scheduling of volunteers, optimizing resource allocation to meet project timelines effectively.
- Facilitated communication between volunteers and project managers, streamlining workflows and addressing concerns promptly.
- Monitored volunteer performance and provided feedback, fostering a culture of continuous improvement within teams.
- Provided ongoing support to volunteers throughout their tenure, addressing any concerns or issues promptly to ensure satisfaction and commitment to the organization''s goals.
- Managed and tracked volunteer hours and progress to support accurate documentation.
- Established clear volunteer roles and responsibilities, leading to more efficient project execution.
Production/ Bindery Scanner
Data Recognition Corporation
05.2015 - 03.2020
- Oversaw daily workflow of document organization and processing.
- Implemented quality control measures to ensure accuracy of completed projects.
- Mentored junior staff on best practices for efficient binder assembly.
- Streamlined operational procedures to enhance productivity in binding processes.
- Prepared finished books for shipping by wrapping or packing books and stacking boxes on pallets.
- Checked final products for quality and durability, ensuring high-quality and long-lasting work.
- Operated high-speed scanning equipment to ensure accurate data capture.
- Maintained quality control standards by reviewing scanned documents for clarity and completeness.
- Gathered, sorted and scanned documents to enter into computer system.
- Ensured timely completion of scanning projects by prioritizing tasks and following strict deadlines.
Education
GED -
Minneapolis Schools - GED Testing
2225 East Lake St.Certificate - Pharmacy Technician
Minneapolis Community And Technical College
Minneapolis, MNCertificate - Sterile Processing
Anoka Technical College
Anoka, MNSkills
- Steam sterilization
- Decontaminating surgical instruments
- Decontamination procedures
- High-level disinfection
- Sterilization procedures
- Assembling case carts
Timeline
Sterile Processing Technician
North Memorial Health Hospital
10.2024 - 09.2025
Volunteer Coordinator
AmeriCorps Twin Cities Habitat for Humanity
10.2022 - 03.2023
Production/ Bindery Scanner
Data Recognition Corporation
05.2015 - 03.2020
GED -
Minneapolis Schools - GED Testing
Certificate - Pharmacy Technician
Minneapolis Community And Technical College
Certificate - Sterile Processing
Anoka Technical College