Sterile Processing Asst
About The Position
The Sterile Processing Assistant performs a variety of indirect patient care activities. This includes distribution and picking up of Central Sterile items and trays from various departments and clinics; transportation of items to the Decontamination Room and scans for documentation; unloads carts from washer and unloads rigid containers and properly stores; and scans instrument trays being unloaded to Prep and Packing area. The Sterile Processing Assistant observes infection control practices. Licensure, Certification, or Registration Requirements for Hire: N/A Licensure, Certification, or Registration Requirements for continued employment: N/A
Requirements
- High School Diploma or equivalent
- Functions under the direction of supervisor/manager to provide indirect patient care, emotional support and problem solving all in accordance with hospital, nursing and unit policy/procedure.
- Job duties may include the access to and/or contact with medications and related supplies.
- Central Supply/Processing staff are expected to rotate shifts including weekends and holidays.
- Individual shift rotation and schedules will be established with your specific manager.
- Schedules, including requirements of shift rotations and hours of work may be adjusted as necessary to meet staffing requirements or as is in the best interest of the work unit.
- Age Specific groups served: All
- Physical: Lifting 20-50 lbs. Pushing > 100 lbs.
- Activities: Prolonged standing, Walking (distance), Reaching (overhead, extensive, repetitive), Repetitive motion
- Mental/Sensory: Strong recall, Reasoning, Problem solving, Hearing, Speak clearly, Write legibly, Reading, Logical thinking
- Emotional: Fast pace environment, Able to handle multiple priorities, Able to adapt to frequent change, Noisy environment, Frequent and intense customer interactions
Nice To Haves
- Previous work experience as a Transporter or Storeroom Clerk
Responsibilities
- distribution and picking up of Central Sterile items and trays from various departments and clinics
- transportation of items to the Decontamination Room and scans for documentation
- unloads carts from washer and unloads rigid containers and properly stores
- scans instrument trays being unloaded to Prep and Packing area
- observes infection control practices
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
