Sterile Processing Tech I - Galveston (Casual Appointment)

University of Texas Medical Branch (UTMB)•Galveston, TX

87d

About The Position

Under general supervision, prepares, assembles, maintains, and transports surgical trays, instruments, and equipment following established tray listings for issue, storage, or further processing. The technician decontaminates instruments and medical equipment, assembles and inspects instruments and trays, sterilizes equipment, and prepares and distributes surgical case carts and supplies. The role also includes sanitizing the workstation, using the Abacus Instrument/Equipment Tracking system, communicating with customers and colleagues, and troubleshooting instrument or equipment issues.

Requirements

Six months of related experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

Decontaminate surgical instruments and other medical equipment while maintaining a continuous flow through the process.
Record biological testing, immediate-use sterilization load results, and other data from all sterilizers daily.
Use appropriate cleaning detergents and agents according to directions and MSDS sheets.
Request manufacturer guidelines for proper decontamination of loaner instruments.
Follow industry and hospital standards for transporting contaminated instruments and equipment.
Wear appropriate protective attire and follow Universal Precautions in the decontamination area.
Inspect instruments for cleanliness, proper function, and breakage before assembly.
Assemble surgical trays and equipment according to established tray listings.
Wrap or pouch items according to instrument or equipment size and type.
Interact with customers to ensure prompt delivery of needed equipment.
Maintain accurate instrument counts for surgical sets and report discrepancies to the supervisor.
Communicate instrument-preparation issues to the Sterile Processing Supervisor or Manager.
Sterilize instruments and surgical trays according to prescribed policies and procedures.
Challenge sterilization processes using internal, external, and biological monitoring systems appropriately.
Monitor, read, document, and interpret sterilizer parameters to ensure proper function and patient safety.
Pick surgical case carts according to Surgeon Preference Cards or procedural pick lists or requisitions.
Assemble and distribute case carts according to department policy.
Prepare surgical emergency case carts for emergent procedures.
Distribute sterile and non-sterile supplies upon request or case cart requisition.
Order and put away supplies and linens upon request.
Sanitize the workstation at the end of each shift.
Use the Abacus Instrument/Equipment Tracking system according to department protocol.
Communicate effectively, verbally and in writing, with customers, peers, and visitors.
Troubleshoot and resolve instrument or equipment issues.
Adhere to internal controls and the reporting structure.