Sterile Processing Tech

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.