Sterile Proc Technician I

Northern Light Health•Bangor, ME

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Sterile Proc Technician I reprocesses and terminally sterilizes surgical and medical instruments and equipment for Northern Light Eastern Maine Medical Center’s Sterile Processing department. The position is full time, 36 hours per week, with a work schedule of 10:30 PM to 7:00 AM. The listed salary range is $18.75–$24.15. The role requires a professional, collaborative approach and a commitment to learning and following Sterile Processing Department standards and procedures.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Use appropriate decontamination personal protective equipment and techniques.
Demonstrate cleaning, decontamination, and disinfection techniques appropriate to the equipment.
Assemble instrument sets, items, and trays according to established procedures.
Understand steam and hydrogen peroxide plasma sterilization principles.
Maintain an accuracy rate of 99.25% to 100%.
Work independently at all workstations.
Inspect and test surgical instruments for proper function.
Use chemical and cleaning products according to manufacturer recommendations.

Responsibilities

Reprocess and terminally sterilize surgical and medical instruments and equipment.
Work collaboratively, support the team concept, help other team members, and follow the chain of command when addressing problems or concerns.
Maintain a professional environment and avoid discussions that disrupt workflow.
Keep up with huddles and daily postings; evaluate personal strengths and weaknesses, seek help when needed, participate in staff meetings or review minutes, prepare for the certification exam, and attend educational offerings.
Use appropriate personal protective equipment and techniques for decontamination.
Apply suitable cleaning, decontamination, and disinfection techniques for each type of equipment.
Assemble surgical instrument sets, items, and trays according to established procedures.
Apply the principles of steam and hydrogen peroxide plasma sterilization.
Maintain an accuracy rate of 99.25% to 100% and master core competencies.
Work independently at all workstations.
Inspect and test surgical instruments for proper function.
Respond promptly to unanticipated needs from physicians and other departments served.
Work efficiently to maintain unit workflow and use appropriately sized packaging materials.
Use chemical and cleaning products according to manufacturer-recommended methods and concentrations.
Review supply, form, and accessory inventory to maintain par levels without overstocking.
Demonstrate integrity, trustworthiness, respect, accountability, compassion, and ownership of work and its impact on others.