Sterile Processing Technician

• Collecting used and contaminated equipment instruments and supplies for sorting and decontamination.
  
• Manually cleaning supplies of contaminants removing waste matter and operating and maintaining decontamination equipment.
  
• Preparing and packing decontaminated supplies for sterilization.
  
• Monitoring and operating sterilization equipment.
  
• Examining supplies meticulously to ensure they are properly cleaned and sanitized.
  
• Testing and reporting any issues or problems with the sterilization equipment.
  
• Sterilizing preparing wrapping and organizing equipment into instrument trays for use during medical procedures.
  
• Preparing and delivering all necessary equipment and instruments for surgeries examinations medical procedures and medical carts.
  
• Maintaining records of sterilization procedures sterilized items equipment maintenance and supplies.
  
• Controlling the inventory reordering supplies and checking expiration dates.
  

Requirements

• Use of medical technologies
  
• Creating a safe effective environment
  
• Proven ability to work within a team.
  
• Good oral and written communication skills.
  
• Knowledge of and commitment to quality improvement.
  
• Flexible approach to work practices.
  
• Computer literacy.
  
• Sterile Processing Technician Education Experience and Licensing Requirements
  
• High school diploma or equivalent
  
• 12 years experience in a Sterile Processing Department required.
  
• Certified SPD Technician HSPA/IAHCSMM CBSPD
  
• Must be able to speak read write and understand medical terminology in order to
  
• follow written instructions and complete various forms and records regarding
  
• equipment s processing and preparation of equipment s.
  
• Must be able to regularly lift to 30 lbs. stoop bend pull and place and
  
• retrieve material.
  

Benefits