SurgiCenter - Certified Sterile Processing Technician - PRN

Murfreesboro Medical Clinic & SurgiCenter • Murfreesboro, TN

6d • Onsite

About The Position

Responsible for reprocessing surgical instruments in a sterile manner and packaging appropriately for use.

Requirements

• High school diploma.
• BLS required within six (6) months of hire.
• Knowledge of operating room policies and procedures.
• Knowledge of OSHA, AAMI, and AORN Standards and Recommended Practices for Sterilization and Disinfection.
• Knowledge of surgical equipment and instruments.
• Skilled in instrument and equipment maintenance by effectively checking instruments, autoclaves and supplies and stocking/repairing as appropriate.

Nice To Haves

• Central Sterile Tech/Scrub Tech Certification preferred.
• Prefer one (1) year experience in a central sterile department.

Responsibilities

• Supports the mission, vision, and values of the organization.
• Follows established protocols to maintain a clean, safe environment for patients, personnel, and visitors.
• Cleans instruments by hand after surgical procedures are completed to prepare them for sterilization in the autoclave.
• Follows established protocols for preparing, using, and disposing of cleaning chemicals.
• Packages (i.e. wraps, places in container, etc.) instruments in appropriate manner to be placed in the autoclave or Sterrad.
• Places sterilized instruments in sterile supply room in appropriate area to be pulled for future cases.
• Communicates supply and equipment repairs to appropriate personnel.
• Maintains accurate documentation on policies, procedures and sterilization records as recommended by AAMI Standards.
• Performs miscellaneous tasks and errands, i.e. transport labs/specimens to other facilities, time will be compensated when applicable.
• Demonstrates current competencies applicable to the position.
• Organizes and prioritizes tasks efficiently.
• Interacts effectively with physicians, nurses, other health care professionals, patients.
• Communicates pertinent information and suggestions to team leader.
• Prioritizes tasks by importance and demand.
• Follows employee handbook guidelines in regards to sick time, vacation, and dress code.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED