Sterile Proc Tech - Sterile Processing - PT .5 Varying Shifts

Sky Lakes Medical Center•Klamath Falls, OR

About The Position

The Sterile Proc Tech works in the Sterile Processing Department, preparing and maintaining hospital instrumentation and supplies for use. The role includes cleaning, sorting, wrapping, sterilizing, and disinfecting instruments; processing outside instrumentation; and supporting surgical cases and department carts. The technician follows infection-control and safety practices, maintains records and documentation, and uses departmental equipment and computer systems. The position requires attention to detail, sound judgment, flexibility, and the ability to work in a confined area under time demands.

Requirements

Obtain CBSPD or equivalent certification after completing 2,080 hours of work experience within a two-year period, with an additional six-month window to take the certification exam.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Willingness to work varied hours, weekends, and on call.
Ability to understand and operate efficiently all machines and equipment used and maintained in the Sterile Processing Department.
Ability to stand and ambulate within a limited area for most of the working shift.
Ability to stoop frequently and reach from floor to overhead level occasionally.
Ability to push or pull up to 175 pounds frequently and lift up to 50 pounds occasionally.
Ability to handle delicate instrumentation and possess excellent hand/eye coordination.
Attention to detail; ability to work under daily stress and constant time demands, prioritize tasks based on patient need, work independently, and exercise good judgment.
Ability to work in a confined area and within a controlled traffic pattern.

Nice To Haves

Medical terminology.
Working knowledge of sterilization techniques and instrument care.

Responsibilities

Obtain and record information accurately.
Identify, clean, sort, wrap, and sterilize hospital instrumentation and instrument trays, and perform high-level disinfection of endoscopes.
Pull add-on and STAT surgery cases using the Case Cart System.
Locate surgery supplies and instruments in SPD and deliver them upon demand.
Document and interpret autoclave records and understand expected results within established effectiveness limits.
Properly use, handle, and dispose of hazardous materials and follow associated safety practices.
Practice strict infection control and properly handle sterile supplies.
Develop understanding of new instruments and equipment, including their locations, uses, cleaning methods, wrapping, and sterilization.
Promote a positive work environment and participate in the team process.
Receive outside instrumentation from other care providers and take responsibility for its documentation and processing.
Maintain confidentiality in all words and actions within the Sterile Processing Department and Sky Lakes Medical Center.
Obtain and interpret Instructions for Use (IFU).
Identify worn or broken instruments and tag them with repair instructions.
Work flexible schedules, weekends, and on call as needed.
Use computers for information, doctor preference cards, email, and instrument tracking systems.
Understand operation policies and procedures related to sterility and reduction of patient and worker risk.
Maintain competency in all position responsibilities.
Locate, exchange, document, and stock buckets and code carts maintained by SPD.
Perform other duties as assigned or determined necessary.