Certified Sterile Processing Tech

HCA•Reston, VA

47d•Onsite

About The Position

As the Certified Instrument/Sterile Processing Tech, under the direction of a Registered Nurse, will contribute to the company's mission and vision by assisting with the care of patients by providing properly cleaned, sterilized, highly disinfected instruments and supplies.

Requirements

One year experience in surgical instrument sterilization processing, preferably in an acute care or ambulatory surgery center environment
Valid BCLS Certification upon employmentonline certification not acceptable
Certification and knowledge of standards and recommended guidelines of Association of Advancement of Medical Instrumentation (AAMI) and American Society of Healthcare Central Service Professionals (ASHCSP)

Responsibilities

Demonstrate knowledge related to maintenance, cleanliness, and sterilization of instruments and equipment
Maintain a sanitary environment for the provision of patient care
Demonstrates awareness of appropriate sterilization methods needed for different instruments in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions
Demonstrate knowledge of high level disinfection and sterilization of endoscopy equipment.
Maintain a daily log, testing for efficacy of disinfecting solution with each cycle and perform biological testing
Monitor and record all test loads and sterilization cycles while documenting any deviation from normal functioning to OR Coordinator and/or Nurse Manager
Maintain an accurate log for equipment out for repair

Benefits

Comprehensive medical coverage that covers many common services at no cost or for a low copay. Plans include prescription drug and behavioral health coverage as well as free telemedicine services and free AirMed medical transportation.
Additional options for dental and vision benefits, life and disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, supplemental health protection plans (accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity), auto and home insurance, identity theft protection, legal counseling, long-term care coverage, moving assistance, pet insurance and more.
Free counseling services and resources for emotional, physical and financial wellbeing
401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service)
Employee Stock Purchase Plan with 10% off HCA Healthcare stock
Family support through fertility and family building benefits with Progyny and adoption assistance.
Referral services for child, elder and pet care, home and auto repair, event planning and more
Consumer discounts through Abenity and Consumer Discounts
Retirement readiness, rollover assistance services and preferred banking partnerships
Education assistance (tuition, student loan, certification support, dependent scholarships)
Colleague recognition program
Time Away From Work Program (paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence)
Employee Health Assistance Fund that offers free employee-only coverage to full-time and part-time colleagues based on income.