Sterile Processing Clerk - PRO Surgery Center

SCA Health•Bellevue, WA

11h

About The Position

The Sterile Processing Clerk (Instrument Processing Technician) maintains instruments and equipment in optimal condition and prepares instrumentation, equipment, and sterile supplies for surgical patients. The role works under the direction of the Clinical Leader/Registered Nurse and supports instrument processing as well as related purchasing and inventory duties according to facility policy and management guidance.

Requirements

High school graduate or GED.
Understanding of sterilization and high-level disinfection technologies, including industry-standard principles and practices.
Complete a BCLS Course within 90 days of employment or provide documentation of current BCLS certification.

Nice To Haves

Prior experience in instrument processing.
Prior experience as a surgical technologist or procedure technologist.
Certification in instrument processing.

Responsibilities

Work as an Instrument Processing Technician under the direction of the Clinical Leader/Registered Nurse.
Maintain knowledge of sterilization procedures, aseptic technique, and the maintenance and care of instruments and equipment.
Follow standards and practices for sterile technique.
Clean and/or disinfect instruments and equipment after use, then return them to the appropriate area and sequence for storage or processing.
Select the sterilization and disinfection methods required for specific instruments and equipment.
Clean, wrap, sterilize, and disinfect instruments and equipment, and maintain the functions of the instrument processing area or department.
Perform crossover duties in other areas, including purchasing supplies and managing inventory in proper areas according to facility policy and management guidance.