Sterile Processing Tech II - Victory Lakes

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

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About The Position

Under general supervision, the Sterile Processing Tech II prepares, assembles, maintains, and transports surgical trays, instruments, and equipment according to established tray listings for issue, storage, or further processing. The role supports instrumentation decontamination, assembly, sterilization, and case-cart and supply operations, following department policies and industry and hospital standards to help ensure proper equipment processing and patient safety. The technician decontaminates and inspects instruments and equipment; assembles, wraps, and sterilizes surgical trays; monitors and documents sterilization processes; and prepares and distributes case carts and supplies. The role also uses the Abacus Instrument/Equipment Tracking system, communicates with customers and colleagues, resolves equipment-related issues, and maintains required quality records. Periodic responsibilities may include issuing supplies, rotating inventory, and assuming charge duties when a supervisor or manager is absent.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Two years of related experience.
Current Certified Registered Central Service Technician (CRCST) or Certified Sterile Processing and Distribution Technician (CSPDT) certification.

Responsibilities

Decontaminate surgical instruments and medical equipment, maintaining the flow of equipment through the process.
Record biological testing, immediate-use sterilization load results, and other sterilizer data daily.
Use appropriate cleaning detergents and agents according to directions and MSDS sheets; request manufacturer guidelines for decontaminating loaner instruments.
Follow standards for transporting contaminated instruments and equipment and wear appropriate protective attire in the decontamination area.
Inspect instruments for cleanliness, function, and breakage before assembly.
Assemble surgical trays and equipment according to established tray listings, and wrap or pouch items according to their size and type.
Interact with customers to ensure prompt delivery of needed equipment.
Maintain accurate instrument counts and report discrepancies or preparation issues to the Sterile Processing Supervisor or Manager.
Sterilize instruments and surgical trays according to prescribed policies and procedures.
Use internal, external, and biological monitoring systems to challenge the sterilization process; monitor, read, document, and interpret sterilizer parameters.
Pick surgical case carts according to Surgeon Preference Cards or procedural pick lists or requisitions.
Assemble and distribute case carts according to department policy, including 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 issues associated with instruments or equipment; adhere to internal controls and reporting structure.
Issue or dispense sterile supplies to appropriate facility locations and rotate trays and inventory to maintain sterility guidelines.
Assume charge responsibility in the absence of the supervisor or manager.
Maintain quality records, including logs, sterilization records, and count sheets.
Perform related duties as assigned.