Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Duties 1. Maintains a clean and orderly central processing area (e.g., shelves, counters, equipment) 2. Adheres to sterilization process policies and procedures 3. Cleans each item according to manufacturer’s instructions 4. Inspects instruments under microscope for damage and defects; lubricates items as required 5. Determines whether each item is in good working condition 6. Sorts and arranges items into proper trays according to established policy/procedure 7. Wraps trays and individual items according to established policy/procedure 8. Accurately labels each item with name and expiration date 9. Correctly operates sterilizers, ultrasonic washer, and other processing equipment (i.e., positions items correctly in sterilizer, selects proper cycle, seeks assistance when needed) 10. Checks equipment indicators for proper functioning 11. Performs required biological/chemical monitoring tests on all sterilizers and maintains logs according to established policy/procedure 12. Maintains availability of recording supplies for continuity of recording throughout sterilization process 13. Maintains inventory levels and accurate records 14. Performs weekly inspections of all sterile items in facility 15. Checks for outdated items and package integrity of wrapped sterilized items; replaces items as necessary 16. Places items in correct location 17. Maintains adequate inventory of supplies for the sterile processing area 18. Maintains/updates the instrument tray inventory list 19. Accurately documents count of instruments loaned/returned to outside sources Instrument cleanliness/working condition
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Job Type
Part-time
Education Level
No Education Listed
Number of Employees
11-50 employees