Hiring Now for Sterile Processing Assistants-Sarasota
About The Position
The Sterile Processing Assistant- Decontamination reports to the Sterile Processing Manager and Supervisor. The Sterile Processing Assistant takes direction from the Lead Tech or Department Lead. They will be responsible for set up of basic surgical instruments, including cleaning, decontamination and inspection. Working in decontamination will require use of full PPE attire at all times (Personal Protective Equipment) and be responsible for removal of all blood and tissue products from surgical instruments to get instruments prepared for the automatic washer. The Sterile Processing Assistant will also be responsible for operating multiple equipment washers, ultrasonic machines, and cart washer. The Sterile Processing Assistant supports the Sterile Technicians within the department. Additional responsibilities may include: sorting surgical instruments, preparation of surgical trays, placing sterile trays in storage containers and transporting items to the operating room (OR) under supervision of a Lead Technician. Must be able to pull and push carts 25-50 pounds, standing for long periods of time, moving surgical instrument trays between 25-50 pounds and working in an environment using various types of chemical agents.
Requirements
- Must be able to pull and push carts 25-50 pounds.
- Must be able to stand for long periods of time.
- Must be able to move surgical instrument trays between 25-50 pounds.
- Must be able to work in an environment using various types of chemical agents.
- HS EQ: High School Diploma, GED or Certificate
Nice To Haves
- Demonstrated ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
- Ability to function in fast paced, high volume atmosphere and handle multiple tasks.
- Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines and timetables.
- Demonstrated ability to work well with others as part of a team.
Responsibilities
- Set up of basic surgical instruments, including cleaning, decontamination and inspection.
- Removal of all blood and tissue products from surgical instruments to get instruments prepared for the automatic washer.
- Operating multiple equipment washers, ultrasonic machines, and cart washer.
- Supports the Sterile Processing Technicians within the department.
- Sorting surgical instruments.
- Preparation of surgical trays.
- Placing sterile trays in storage containers.
- Transporting items to the operating room (OR) under supervision of a Lead Technician.
Benefits
- Total Rewards Package
- Paid Time Off (start earning PTO on day one of employment)
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Discounted Medical, Prescription, Dental, Vision Benefit Plans for Full & Part-Time Employees
- Flexible Spending Accounts (Health Care and Dependent Care) - Pre-Tax Dollars
- Life Insurance
- Disability Insurance
- Retirement Savings Plan: 403b
- Discounted Child Care & Before and After School Program and Summer Camp!
- Bereavement Leave
- Free Parking
- On Campus Dining w/ a 10% discount
- Credit Union w/ teller machines on campus
- Direct Deposit
- Free Wellness Screening
- Free confidential counseling services
- Employee Discount Programs
- Recognition Programs
- Referral Programs
- Tremendous growth opportunities for hard workers!
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
