Sterile Processing Tech

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.

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 to work in a fast-paced OR.

Benefits:

• Comprehensive health dental and vision insurance
• Health Savings Account with an employer contribution
• Life Insurance
• PTO
• 401(k) retirement plan with a company match
• And more!

Equal Employment Opportunity & Work Force Diversity

Our organizationis an equal opportunity employer and will not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based on race color creed sex religion marital status age national origin or ancestry physical or mental disability medical condition parental status sexual orientation veteran status genetic testing results or any other consideration made unlawful by federal state or local laws. This practice relates to all personnel matters such as compensation benefits training promotions transfers layoffs our organizationiscommitted to going beyond the legal requirements of equal employment opportunity to take positive actions which ensure diversity in the workplace and result in a multi-cultural organization.