Sterile Processing Technician

To perform this job successfully an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties.

This job description is a summary of the primary duties and responsibilities of the job and position. It is not intended to be a comprehensive or allinclusive listing of duties and responsibilities. Contents are subject to change at Ochsners discretion.

Education

Required High School diploma or equivalent

Work Experience

Preferred2 years of sterile processing experience or graduation from accepted course in Sterile Processing or Surgical Technology

Certifications

Preferred Certification through one of the following:

• Certified Registered Central Service Technician (CRCST)InternationalAssociationHealthcareCentralServiceMaterielManagement (IAHCSMM)
• Certified Sterile Processing Department Technican (CSPDT)Certification Board for Sterile Processing and Distribution(CBSPD)
• Certified FlexibleEndoscope Reprocessor (CFER) CBSPD

Knowledge Skills and Abilities (KSAs)

• Must have computer skills and dexterity required for data entry and retrieval of patient information. Must be proficient with Windowsstyle applications and keyboard.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills and the ability to present information clearly and professionally to varying levels of individuals throughout the patient care process.
• Good organizational skills
• Good time management skills
• Demonstrates good judgement in performing duties and conflict resolution.
• Utilizes effective judgment and decision making when performing duties
• Communicates pertinent information to the patients or appropriate staff in a timely manner.
• Maintains required clinical knowledge technical skills training and credentials.
• Adapts to change in a positive constructive manner

Job Duties

• Performs general and specialized instrument care duties.
• Provides supplies as needed for surgical procedures.
• Disassembles and cleans critical reusable medical equipment in accordance with Manufacturers Instructions For Use (MIFU).
• Inspects packages and reassembles surgical instruments and trays according to established priority.
• Practices High Level Disinfection PreVaccuum Sterilization Gravity Displacement Sterilization and Hydrogen Peroxide Plasma Sterilization techniques in accordance with MIFUs.
• Practices record keeping and document control as defined in Standard Operating Procedures policies and recommendations from regulatory bodies.
• Adapts behavior to the specific patient population including but not limited to: respect for privacy method of introduction to the patient adapting explanation of services or procedures to be performed requesting permissions and communication style.
• Other related duties as required.

Other related duties as required. The above statements describe the general nature and level of work only. They are not an exhaustive list of all required responsibilities duties and skills. Other duties may be added or this description amended at any time.

Remains knowledgeable on current federal state and local laws accreditation standards or regulatory agency requirements that apply to the assigned area of responsibility and ensures compliance with all such laws regulations and standards.

Complies with the Ochsner Health System Compliance & Privacy Program and Standards of Conduct including the immediate reporting of any known or suspected unethical or questionable behaviors or conduct; patient/employee safety patient privacy and/or other compliancerelated concerns.

Ochsner is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin protected veteran status or disability status.

Physical and Environmental Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Medium Work Exerting 20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally and/or 10 to 25 pounds of force frequently and/or greater than negligible up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects. (Constantly: activity or condition exists 2/3 or more of the time) to move objects. Physical demand requirements are in excess of those for Sedentary Work. Even though the weight lifted may be only a negligible amount a job should be rated Light Work: 1 when it requires walking or standing to a significant degree; or 2 when it requires sitting most of the time but entails pushing and/or pulling of arm or leg controls; and/or 3 when the job requires working at a production rate pace entailing the constant pushing and/or pulling of materials even though the weight of those materials is negligible. NOTE: The constant stress and strain of maintaining a production rate pace especially in an industrial setting can be and is physically demanding of a worker even though the amount of force exerted is negligible.

Mechanical lifting devices (carts dollies etc. or team lifts should be utilized.
Must be able to stoop bend reach and grab with arms and hands manual dexterity.
Must be able to stand for prolonged periods of time.
Must be able to work a flexible work schedule (e.g. 24/7 weekend holiday on call availability).
Must be able to travel throughout and between facilities.

Duties performed routinely require exposure to blood body fluid and tissue.

The incumbent works in a patient care area; works in an area where patients enter; works directly with patients; and/or works with specimens that could contain diseases. There may be an occupational risk for exposure to all communicable diseases.

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