Sterile Processing Tech, Evenings

Sterile Processing Technician

Shift: Full-time Evenings (3- 11pm)

Benefits:

• Health Insurance (Medical Dental Vision)
• 401(k) with matching
• Educational Assistance
• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.

As a Sterile Processing Tech at East Georgia Regional Medical Center youll join a team and be a part of a culture thats dedicated to providing top quality care to our patients. Our employees enjoy a comprehensive benefits package which may includehealth insurance (medical dental vision) 401(k) with matching and student loan repayment for eligible roles.

Job Summary

The Sterile Processing Technician I ensures the availability of clean sterilized and properly functioning surgical instruments and equipment for operating rooms and procedural areas. This role is responsible for cleaning decontaminating assembling sterilizing and storing instruments and supplies in compliance with hospital policies procedures and infection control standards. The Sterile Processing Technician I supports patient safety by maintaining a sterile environment and adhering to established protocols.

Essential Functions

• Cleans decontaminates inspects assembles and sterilizes surgical instruments and equipment according to established protocols.
• Conducts daily tests of sterilization equipment including Bowie-Dick tests chemical and biological indicators maintaining accurate records of results.
• Stocks and assembles case carts ensuring proper inventory and availability of instruments and supplies for procedures.
• Performs routine maintenance of sterilization equipment including weekly autoclave cleaning and reports malfunctions promptly.
• Organizes and stores sterilized instruments and supplies on appropriately labeled shelves to ensure easy accessibility.
• Monitors and restocks supply shelves and carts daily ensuring adequate inventory for hospital needs.
• Adheres to infection control policies and procedures including the use of standard precautions to prevent hospital-acquired infections.
• Obtains returns and dispenses supplies and equipment within requested time frames ensuring efficiency and accuracy.
• Conducts inventory checks and replenishes expired or used items on emergency and supply carts.
• Assists with the orientation and training of new personnel in sterile processing protocols and procedures.
• Communicates with nursing units to track and locate missing equipment and documents loss of supplies or equipment.
• Ensures equipment is checked for proper functioning before each use and maintains a safe and sterile work environment.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Complies with all policies and standards.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Sterile Processing Technician Operating Room Technician or Instrument Technician training program preferred
• 0-2 years of experience in sterile processing instrument reprocessing or an operating room required

Knowledge Skills and Abilities

• Understanding of surgical instrumentation and sterilization processes.
• Ability to follow strict protocols and maintain attention to detail.
• Knowledge of infection control policies and standard precautions.
• Proficiency in operating sterilization equipment and performing routine maintenance.
• Strong organizational skills to manage inventory and maintain accurate records.
• Effective communication and teamwork skills to collaborate with healthcare personnel.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment while maintaining high safety and quality standards.

East Georgia Regional Medical Center provides generations of families in the Statesboro area and surrounding communities with quality care close to home. We are dedicated to delivering technologically advanced medical attention in a respectful caring environment. Our medical center is equipped with 149 patient rooms all of which are private. Our health care team consists of more than 800 employees and more than 100 physicians representing a wide range of specialties.