Sterile Proc Tech

VCU Health • Richmond, VA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Sterile Proc Tech job performs a variety of indirect patient care activities. This includes decontamination of surgical instruments and sterilization of instruments, supplies and equipment. Ensures all necessary instruments/devices are assembled and sterilized correctly and having all case carts assembled according to count sheets. This position observes strict patient confidentiality following all HIPAA regulations and will act in accordance with sterility per the Association for the Advancement of Medical Instrumentation (AAMI), The Joint Commission (JCAHO), Center for Disease Control (CDC), Det Norske Veritas (DNV) and state standards of practice. Primary duties may vary depending on area assigned. This position maintains a clean and safe environment.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Certification as Certified Registered Central Service Technician (CRCST)through HSPA or Certified Sterile Processing and Distribution Technician (CSPDT) through CBSPD.
• Maintain ongoing required learning (CEUs) to keep certification active.
• Two years or more experience in Sterile Processing.
• Medical terminology, identify various instrumentation, overall workflow, etc.

Nice To Haves

• Completion of Sterile Processing program (online or in person)
• N/A

Responsibilities

• Performs sterile processing activities without direct supervision.
• Performs decontamination functions including manual cleaning and processing of surgical instrumentation and patient care equipment according to manufacturer's instructions for use.
• Perform daily checks on all Sterile Processing equipment to include Sterilizers, ultrasonics, instrument washers, and other similar equipment.
• Properly operate cleaning and sterilization equipment, such as cart washers, sonic cleaners, washers, sterilizers, and heat-sealing units.
• Transport additional instrumentation as needed between Peri-operative Services and Sterile Processing rooms.
• Verifies skill in assembly of trays and peel packs, to include internal chemical indicators, lot control numbers, wrapping, labeling and methods of sterilization.
• Documents all activities as required within the outlined processes and reports variances that may affect the outcome of sterile products or patient care and safety.
• Performs necessary tests (including biological test, leak testing, etc.), on equipment to include but not limited to sterilizers, ultrasonics, instrument washers, dosing agents, and documents results.
• Records results within the instrument tracking system-Biologicals, bowie checks, etc.

Benefits

• We have it all: • One college and four health sciences schools • An academic medical center • A Level I trauma center • One of only two NCI-designated cancer centers in Virginia • The region’s only full-service children’s hospital • More than 800 physicians in 200 specialties • With a community health center, dedicated research teams, facilities and valued partners in every field

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED