Sterile Processing Tech (PRN)

Be part of something from the ground up! Were looking for passionate professionals to join our founding team at North Coast Surgery Center.

JOB TITLE: Sterile Processing Tech

SUPERVISION RECEIVED: Physician and/or Registered Nurse

Key Responsibilities:

1. Decontamination:

   • Collect sort and transport used surgical instruments and medical devices from operating rooms and clinical areas to the decontamination area.
   • Clean and decontaminate instruments manually or using automated equipment (e.g. washers ultrasonic machines) according to established protocols.
   • Properly handle biohazardous materials and adhere to infection control guidelines during cleaning and sterilization processes.

2. Instrument Inspection and Assembly:

   • Inspect cleaned instruments for defects damage or cleanliness ensuring they meet quality standards before further processing.
   • Assemble surgical trays kits and instrument sets according to the specific requirements of surgeries and procedures.
   • Ensure accurate labeling and proper documentation of all instruments and trays for tracking and inventory management.

3. Sterilization:

   • Operate sterilization equipment (e.g. autoclaves gas plasma sterilizers) to sterilize instruments and devices.
   • Follow proper loading monitoring and documentation procedures for each sterilization cycle.
   • Perform routine testing of sterilization equipment to ensure it meets industry standards for safety and effectiveness.

4. Inventory Management:

   • Maintain an organized system for storing sterile supplies and instruments.
   • Monitor and manage inventory levels reporting shortages or damage to the appropriate department.
   • Participate in the routine maintenance and repair of sterilization equipment and tools ensuring all are in working condition.

5. Quality Assurance and Safety:

   • Follow infection control standards safety protocols and quality assurance measures to ensure compliance with healthcare regulations (e.g. Joint Commission CDC).
   • Maintain accurate records of sterilization processes including load logs biological indicators and chemical indicators.
   • Communicate effectively with surgical teams and other healthcare staff to address any issues related to instrument sterilization availability or quality.

Qualifications and Skills:

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Certification in Sterile Processing Technology (e.g. CBSPD IAHCSMM) is preferred or required based on the facility.
• Knowledge of sterilization processes infection control and proper instrument handling.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to work in a fast-paced high-pressure environment.
• Good communication skills and the ability to collaborate with diverse medical teams.
• Physical ability to stand for extended periods lift heavy trays or equipment and perform repetitive tasks.

Working Conditions:
Sterile Processing Technicians typically work in hospital settings surgery centers or outpatient clinics. The job requires handling potentially hazardous or contaminated materials and the use of personal protective equipment (PPE) to prevent infection. Shifts may vary and could include evenings weekends or holidays depending on the needs of the healthcare facility.

Benefits

• 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.

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