Sterile Processing Tech Certified WMCG - PT

Wellstar Health System

6d•Onsite

About The Position

Wellstar is seeking a Sterile Processing Tech Certified to join their team. This role is involved in the preparation of medical and surgical instrumentation for distribution throughout the AU Health enterprise, including off-site affiliations. The position requires operating decontamination and sterilization equipment, inspecting, assembling, and wrapping surgical instrument trays for sterilization, and decontaminating high-level disinfects for flexible endoscopes. The tech is also responsible for pulling and distributing case carts for procedures and assisting with the establishment and execution of quality control processes related to sterile processing. The individual must provide these services by adhering to regulatory guidelines and designated policies and procedures, working cooperatively with the Sterile Processing team and the Operating Room with professionalism and ethical standards. Wellstar's mission is to enhance the health and well-being of every person they serve, aiming to deliver world-class healthcare with compassion, excellence, and by honoring every voice. They are recognized for high-quality care and an inclusive culture, fostering a Great Place to Work environment.

Requirements

High School Diploma, GED or equivalent from a recognized State or Federal accrediting organization (or 5 years of work experience in sterile processing in lieu of education)
Basic computer skills
Knowledge of Surgical Instrumentation, Decontamination, and Sterilization
Certification(s) required: CSPDT through CBSPD or CRCST through HSPA upon hire
Certified Instrumentation Specialist required within 2 years of hire

Nice To Haves

Vocational or technical training or degree: Sterile Processing Training
2 years or more of experience in sterile processing
Certified Instrumentation Specialist preferred

Responsibilities

Involved in the preparation of medical and surgical instrumentation for distribution to and from the AU Health enterprise to include off-site affiliations
Operates decontamination and sterilization of equipment
Inspects, assembles, and wraps for sterilization simple to complex surgical instrument trays
Decontaminates high level disinfects for flexible endoscopes
Responsible for pulling and distributing case carts for procedures
Assists with the establishment and execution of quality control processes as it relates to sterile processing
Provides these services through knowledge and implementation of regulatory guidelines and designated policies and procedures
Works cooperatively with other members of the Sterile Processing team as well as the Operating Room with a sense of professionalism and ethical standard