Sterile Processing Tech / FT / Days

UHS • Amarillo, TX

66d

About The Position

Provides support to the operating room through the timely, accurate, and safe processing of instrumentation and equipment used in the direct care of the surgical patient. Working under the direct supervision of the Lead Tech – Central Sterile, organizes, inventories, and distributes instruments, supplies, equipment, and implants. Does not assume an independent assignment. Participates in Continuous Quality Improvement initiatives in collaboration with other health team members. Supports an organizational culture for Service Excellence and practices the Service Excellence Standards to all customer groups.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Completion of formal training in field preferred.
• Proficient in spoken and written English.

Nice To Haves

• Certification as Certified Registered Central Service Technician (CRCST) through International Association of Healthcare Central Sterile Materiel Management (IAHCSMM) is required by the end of 12 months.

Responsibilities

• Performs reprocessing cycle of instrument management: including decontamination, assembly, preparation and packaging for sterilization, sterilization, and storage.
• Inspects and corrects assembly of surgical instruments including correct selection of packaging, integrators and Biological Indicators (BI).
• Sterilizes and disinfects high-level instruments including correct selection of sterilization or high-level disinfection method.
• Cares for instruments after sterilization/high level disinfection including interpretation of results and storage of instruments.
• Keeps accurate records including Censis entries and paper records.
• Performs quality assurance checks in the department including sterilizers, washers, ultrasonics and high-level disinfectant equipment.
• Obtains and meets productivity measurements.
• Learns and understands instrument and equipment IFU’s and keeping current with changes and new instruments.
• Operates complex machinery such as ultrasonic cleaners, washer/disinfectors, steam sterilizers, low temperature sterilizers and biological incubators.
• Utilizes various IT systems such as oneSource and Censis.
• Demonstrates adherence to Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) attire, and use of Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) information regarding chemicals, and regulatory agency requirements.
• Performs other duties as assigned/required.

Benefits

• Challenging and rewarding work environment
• Competitive Compensation and Generous Paid Time Off
• Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Plans
• 401(K) with company match and discounted stock plan

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees