Sterile Processing Tech I
About The Position
As a Sterile Processing Professional, you will help protect patient safety by ensuring surgical teams receive correct, functional, sterile instrumentation. You will perform decontamination, preparation and packaging, sterilization, and dispatch accurately and efficiently, while continuously developing your knowledge of standards and procedures for surgical instrumentation. Success requires attention to detail, strong organizational skills, commitment to infection control, and a professional demeanor. The position is at Baylor St. Luke’s Medical Center, a 1,045-bed facility in the Texas Medical Center. The hospital is a joint venture with Baylor College of Medicine and is recognized for research and clinical excellence. Its McNair Campus is a 27.5-acre healthcare campus focused on patient care, research, and education.
Requirements
- High school graduate or GED.
- One year of applicable experience, as determined by the facility, or successful completion of an accredited Sterile Processing Tech or Surgical Tech program.
Responsibilities
- Prepare the work area at the beginning of the shift.
- Maintain a clean and safe work area.
- Participate in routine cleaning of sterilizers, surface areas, storage carts, and other items.
- Transport and decontaminate soiled instrumentation and equipment to a clean and disinfected state.
- Dispose of infectious items according to established procedures.
- Answer incoming calls promptly and respond immediately to emergency requests.
- Accurately assemble and package instrumentation, special trays, and equipment for sterilization.
- Inspect and lubricate instruments and power equipment according to manufacturer recommendations to ensure cleanliness and proper working order.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
