Job Posting for Sterile Processing Tech at Cypress Surgery Center
Job Title: Sterile Processing Technician
Description: Performs and participates in decontamination, cleaning, assembling, packaging, scanning, sterilization, storage and distribution of reusable surgical instrumentation and equipment. Performs other duties as assigned or required.
Hours: 9:00 am to Close
Responsibilities:
Extensive knowledge regarding processes used in the decontamination, inspection, cleaning, assembling and packaging of medical/surgical material to include, but not limited to, linen, instruments and equipment according to established standards and procedures to ensure a sterile and functioning supply of materials
Prepare trays for designated areas according to prescribed procedures. Wrap and/or package items for specified areas according to procedures prescribed for designated areas
Must be able to operate bar code instrument tracking system
Dissemble, clean, assemble and test specialty instrumentation and equipment for proper functioning
Must be able to differentiate between single-use and reusable items
Decontaminates and sterilizes instruments, medical supplies and equipment, and assembles, wraps and sterilizes trays of instruments. Follows proper Standard Precautions while in decontamination and sterilization areas.
Monitors biological and chemical wash solution to ensure quality and consistency for decontamination of instruments and medical equipment.
Sorts mismatched sets of instruments, trays, and medical equipment and makes them available to sterile processing customers in a timely manner.
Restocks, labels, and maintains inventory, submits requisitions, collects and distributes instruments, trays, crash carts, and facility medical equipment.
Performs environmental maintenance duties and assists in maintaining inventory levels in sterile processing, the operating room, and in equipment storage areas.
Verifies that equipment functions properly, requisitions for equipment maintenance, repair or replacement, and removes defective equipment.
Maintains a clean work area
Assists with maintaining established departmental policies and procedures, objectives and quality improvement, safety, and environmental and infection control standards.
Communicates appropriately using good interpersonal skills
Work Environment:
Standing for prolonged periods, frequent walking, reaching (overhead, repetition).
Proficient communication, both auditory and verbal, with colleagues, vendors, and surgeons.
Attention to detail and ability to write legibly.
Must have ability to lift/push/pull > 50lbs.
May be exposed to radiation, fumes, chemicals, cold, noise, blood and/or bodily fluids,
infectious diseases
Qualifications:
High School Diploma or Equivalent
State Licensure or certification as a Sterilization Technician, as required by state regulations or
contract specifications
Sterile Processing Technicians with at least 1 year of experience working in a fast-paced OR.
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