Sterile Processing Tech II - Clear Lake
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 performs instrument decontamination, assembly, and sterilization; prepares and distributes case carts and supplies; and maintains accurate quality and sterilization records. The position also communicates with customers and coworkers, troubleshoots instrument or equipment issues, and may assume charge responsibility when the 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 other medical equipment, maintaining a continuous flow through the process.
- Record biological testing, immediate-use sterilization load results, and other data from sterilizers daily.
- Use appropriate cleaning detergents and agents according to directions and MSDS sheets; request manufacturer guidelines for decontaminating loaner instruments.
- Follow industry and hospital 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 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; use internal, external, and biological monitoring systems appropriately.
- Monitor, read, document, and interpret sterilizer parameters to support proper function and patient safety.
- Pick surgical case carts using Surgeon Preference Cards or procedural pick lists/requisitions; assemble and distribute carts according to department policy.
- Prepare emergency surgical 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 reporting structure.
- Issue or dispense sterile supplies to appropriate facility locations and rotate trays and inventory to maintain sterility guidelines.
- Assume charge responsibility when the supervisor or manager is absent.
- Maintain quality records, including logs, sterilization records, and count sheets; perform related duties as assigned.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
