Sara Baker
Dana,IN
Summary
Dynamic and detail-oriented Health Sciences professional with over 18 years of specialized experience in clinical quality assurance, sterile processing compliance, and medical supply chain logistics. Expertise in executing stringent regulatory workflows in alignment with HIPAA, AAMI/ANSI, and institutional guidelines underscores a steadfast commitment to excellence in healthcare standards. Proven success in managing vendor relations, independent materials procurement, and data verification within high-acuity healthcare settings demonstrates a strong ability to enhance operational efficiency. Actively seeking a role that leverages skills in Quality Assurance, Compliance, Clinical Supply Chain, Data Operations, Project Coordination, and Operational Management while embracing new professional challenges.
Overview
1
1
Certification
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Clinical Operations & Asset Management
CARLE HEALTH
Danville, IL
04.2017 - Current
- Supply Chain & Procurement: Direct inventory procurement and quote acquisition for a high-acuity facility, ensuring maximum supply chain efficiency and zero delays in operational readiness.
- Vendor Management: Serve as the primary strategic liaison between clinical leadership and medical device representatives to resolve supply gaps, negotiate resource needs, and streamline workflows.
- Quality Assurance Compliance: Maintain 100% audit readiness by developing structured workflows and sterilization documentation strictly aligned with AAMI/ANSI and industry compliance standards.
- Departmental Oversight: Entrusted with the independent management of materials and Sterile Processing Department (SPD) quality control functions.
Data Compliance & Operations Specialist (Surgical
PRESENCE HEALTH
Danville, IL
12.2010 - 04.2017
- Coordinated high-stakes surgical environment for obstetric procedures while managing critical legal birth documentation and state registry reporting.
- Documentation Excellence: Managed the legal birth registry and Social Security documentation with 100% accuracy.
- Interdisciplinary Coordination: Supported emergency and normal C-section and vaginal births through precise clinical preparation and team collaboration.
- Family Advocacy: Handled sensitive family information for legal documentation with high levels of empathy and professional direction.
Surgical Operations & Sterile Processing Associate
DANVILLE HEALTHCARE
Danville, IL
08.2007 - 12.2010
- Facilitated efficient surgical department operations through expert instrument sterilization and intraoperative support for diverse medical procedures.
- Operational Support: Assisted with instrument turnover and sterilization processes to maintain facility flow.
- Surgical Assistance: Provided reliable technical support during a wide variety of surgical procedures.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Health Sciences
PURDUE UNIVERSITY GLOBAL
05-2026
Associate of Applied Science - Surgical Technology
IVY TECH COMMUNITY COLLEGE
Terre Haute, IN08-2006
Skills
- Operations & Logistics: Procurement, quote acquisition, inventory audits, and supply chain optimization
- Regulatory Compliance: AAMI/ANSI Standards, sterile processing oversight, HIPAA compliance, and birth registry/legal documentation
- Leadership: Departmental oversight (SPD/Materials), vendor relations, staff mentorship, and interdisciplinary coordination
- Clinical: Multi-specialty surgical support, aseptic technique, and high-pressure crisis management
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Problem-solving
- Friendly, positive attitude
- Time management
Affiliations
- Professional Development: Focused on healthcare leadership and resource management.
- Industry Standards: Expert knowledge in AAMI/ANSI sterilization trends.
- Process Improvement: Dedicated to streamlining clinical workflows and inventory efficiency.
- Regulatory Liaison: Experienced in audit readiness and state registry reporting.
- Departmental Oversight: Entrusted with the independent management of materials and Sterile Processing Department (SPD) functions to ensure zero delays in surgical readiness and 100% audit compliance.
Certification
- Certified Registered Central Service Technician (CRCST), HSPA
Timeline
Clinical Operations & Asset Management
CARLE HEALTH
04.2017 - Current
Data Compliance & Operations Specialist (Surgical
PRESENCE HEALTH
12.2010 - 04.2017
Surgical Operations & Sterile Processing Associate
DANVILLE HEALTHCARE
08.2007 - 12.2010
Bachelor of Science - Health Sciences
PURDUE UNIVERSITY GLOBAL
Associate of Applied Science - Surgical Technology
IVY TECH COMMUNITY COLLEGE