Central Sterile Processing Tech I

Oregon Health & Science University•Portland, OR

22h•Onsite

About The Position

The Sterile Processing Technician I performs routine work in the decontamination, assembly, testing, and distribution of medical equipment, supplies, and instruments in a medical facility. This is the first level of a three-level series. It is distinguished from the higher levels by the absence of responsibility for performing advanced and complicated sterilization, assembly and testing of medical equipment, supplies and instruments. Employees in this level may be in training to perform Central Services Technician II duties.

Requirements

High School diploma or equivalent
one year work experience in any field

Nice To Haves

Completion of (or enrollment in) the Sterile Processing Course
2 years job experience in a hospital, clinic, or medical laboratory with exposure to decontamination and cleaning processes
2 years materials handling experience including inventory and stocking of perishable supplies

Responsibilities

Use knowledge of sterilization and infection control principles to properly decontaminate instrumentation and equipment.
Appropriately operate equipment including, but not limited to, cart washers, decontaminators, computers, ultrasonic, scanners, telephones, and photocopiers.
Performs routine instrument and equipment quality checks.
Dispense equipment & instrumentation, Restocking of Carts, Case Cart Picking, assists with Operating Room Turnover, Put aways (instruments, supplies, and equipment).
Maintains Patient & Customer Focus.
Assists with in servicing and orientation of staff, both new and those in assignment rotation.