Kelly Walton
Lancaster
Summary
Results-driven Sterile Processing Technician with extensive experience at Hershey Medical Center. Expert in steam sterilization and infection control, I enhanced operational efficiency by implementing quality assurance measures and training staff. Proven ability to maintain compliance with safety standards while fostering collaborative relationships within surgical teams, ensuring timely availability of sterile instruments.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Sterile Processing Tech II
Hershey Medical Center
Hershey, PA
06.2026 - Current
- Sterilized surgical instruments using autoclaves and chemical methods to ensure compliance with safety standards.
- Conducted thorough inspections of sterilization equipment and maintained accurate logs for quality assurance.
- Assisted in inventory management by tracking supplies and placing orders to maintain optimal stock levels.
- Collaborated with surgical teams to prioritize instrument availability for scheduled procedures, enhancing operational efficiency.
Sterile Processing Technician
Lancaster General Hospital
Lancaster, PA
12.2024 - 05.2026
- Sterilized and prepared surgical instruments following strict infection control protocols.
- Operated autoclaves and sterilization equipment to ensure compliance with health standards.
- Conducted routine maintenance and troubleshooting on sterilization machinery to maintain operational efficiency.
- Assessed and organized sterile supply inventories to optimize workflow in surgical departments.
MRI Scheduler
MRI Group
Lancaster, PA
04.2021 - 12.2024
- Coordinated patient scheduling for MRI procedures, ensuring optimal use of resources and timely service delivery.
- Managed appointment calendars using electronic scheduling systems, improving workflow efficiency and reducing wait times.
- Communicated effectively with patients and medical staff to confirm appointments and address inquiries promptly.
- Trained new staff on scheduling protocols and system navigation, enhancing team performance and service quality.
- Implemented strategies to minimize scheduling conflicts, resulting in improved patient satisfaction levels.
Physical Therapy Office Staff
Family Practice Center P.C
Lancaster, PA
11.2020 - 01.2021
- Assisted in patient intake processes and documentation management, ensuring accuracy and compliance with regulations.
- Coordinated appointment scheduling to optimize provider availability and enhance patient flow efficiency.
- Managed electronic health record systems, maintaining data integrity and confidentiality throughout patient interactions.
- Trained new staff on office protocols and software systems, fostering a collaborative work environment.
- Implemented process improvements that streamlined administrative tasks, reducing wait times for patients.
- Collaborated with medical providers to ensure seamless communication regarding patient care and treatment plans.
- Oversaw inventory management of medical supplies, ensuring timely reordering to prevent shortages in operations.
- Led initiatives to enhance patient satisfaction through feedback collection and service improvement strategies.
- Kept work areas clean, organized, and safe to promote efficiency and team safety.
- Established positive relationships with customers and other staff members.
- Developed strong relationships with clients through consistent communication and attentive customer service, resulting in increased overall satisfaction.
Sterile Processing Technician
Hershey Medical Center
Hershey, PA
10.2019 - 10.2020
- Collaborated with surgical teams to ensure timely availability of sterile instruments for procedures.
- Implemented quality assurance measures to enhance instrument cleaning and sterilization processes.
- Trained new staff on best practices in sterile processing techniques and safety protocols.
- Monitored compliance with regulatory guidelines during sterilization procedures to uphold patient safety standards.
Sterile Processing Technician
Physicians Surgery Center
Lancaster, PA
06.2015 - 10.2020
- 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.
Education
High School Diploma -
John Piersol McCaskey High School
Lancaster, PA06.1997
Skills
- Steam sterilization
- Decontaminating surgical instruments
- Decontamination procedures
- High-level disinfection
- Sterilization procedures
- Assembling case carts
- Manual cleaning
- Recording biologicals
- Sterile storage
- Instrument decontamination
- Equipment testing
- Sterilization techniques
- Case cart assembly
- Ultrasonic cleaning
- Computerized tracking
- Infection control
- Staff training
- Instrumentation knowledge
Certification
CRCST
Timeline
Sterile Processing Tech II
Hershey Medical Center
06.2026 - Current
Sterile Processing Technician
Lancaster General Hospital
12.2024 - 05.2026
MRI Scheduler
MRI Group
04.2021 - 12.2024
Physical Therapy Office Staff
Family Practice Center P.C
11.2020 - 01.2021
Sterile Processing Technician
Hershey Medical Center
10.2019 - 10.2020
Sterile Processing Technician
Physicians Surgery Center
06.2015 - 10.2020
High School Diploma -
John Piersol McCaskey High School