Sterile Processing Technician

About This Role

Maintain recommended standards for set assembly, decontamination, inspection, containerizing, and sterilization of surgical instruments. Collaborate with Perioperative Nursing staff to provide sterile instrument sets and equipment in a timely manner.

Responsibilities

• Assemble and process instrument sets and equipment according to policy using aseptic technique and IAHCSMM, CBSPD, AAMI, AORN standards
• Organize and assemble routine and specialty surgical instrumentation, case carts, and supplies per pick list and/or instrument count sheet
• Operate and maintain Automatic Endoscope Reprocessor, Steam & STERRAD sterilizers, keeping records of completed loads and its contents
• Inspect equipment, instruments, and packaging for cleanliness, defects, or malfunctions and process repair requests for defective equipment
• Perform quality control through routine physical monitoring and cleaning to ensure sterilization equipment and instruments function properly
• Perform decontamination and sterilization using sterilizers, case cart washers, and Automatic Endoscope Reprocessor as assigned
• Perform picking of supplies for surgical procedures via case cart system as assigned
• Complete and submit appropriate productivity documentation to supervisors daily
• Adhere to all regulatory agency requirements (OSHA, FDA, CDC, JCAHO, DOH) regarding fire/safety, sterilization, universal precautions, and good documentation practices (GDP)
• Maintain cleanliness of work areas

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED
• Certified Registered Central Service Technician within 1-1/2 years OR Certified Sterile Processing and Distribution Technician within 1-1/2 years
• Excellent oral, written and computer skills
• Proficiency in transporting and disposing of hazardous materials per hospital policy
• Developed analytical decision-making abilities
• Capable of working in a team environment with staff of varying backgrounds
• Able to work with Perioperative Nursing staff to coordinate processing of instrument sets to accommodate the daily O.R. case load

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED
• 1 year in Sterile Processing operations preferred

Nice to Have

• 1 year In Sterile Processing operations
• Basic Life Support

Benefits

Certifications