Sterile Processing Tech

Presbyterian Healthcare Services•Santa Fe, NM

36d•$16 - $23•Onsite

About The Position

Decontamination of surgical instruments for the OR, other hospital departments and clinics in accordance with established policies and standard work. Decontamination and high level disinfection of GI flexible endoscopes in Sterile Processing or the GI lab. Inspection, maintenance, assembly and sterilization of surgical instruments and linen for the OR, other hospital departments and clinics in accordance with established policies and standard work. Handling, storage and transportation of surgical instruments and linen for the OR, other hospital departments and clinics in accordance with established policies and standard work, Monitor and maintain standards of disinfection and sterilization as recommended by prevailing regulatory and professional organization recommendations or guidelines. Prioritize tasks as directed by supervisor or as needed to support patient care for the OR and customer departments. Ability to work independently with minimal supervision in accordance with standards and policies. Document, monitor and maintain accurate records demonstrating high level disinfection and sterilization in accordance with current professional and regulatory agencies. Performs other functions as required.

Requirements

High school or equivalent.
One year experience in sterile processing environment, hospital or clinic (medical or veterinary) preferred.

Nice To Haves

Previous experience with handling of sterile supplies preferred.
National certification for sterile processing preferred

Responsibilities

Decontamination of surgical instruments for the OR, other hospital departments and clinics in accordance with established policies and standard work.
Decontamination and high level disinfection of GI flexible endoscopes in Sterile Processing or the GI lab.
Inspection, maintenance, assembly and sterilization of surgical instruments and linen for the OR, other hospital departments and clinics in accordance with established policies and standard work.
Handling, storage and transportation of surgical instruments and linen for the OR, other hospital departments and clinics in accordance with established policies and standard work
Monitor and maintain standards of disinfection and sterilization as recommended by prevailing regulatory and professional organization recommendations or guidelines.
Prioritize tasks as directed by supervisor or as needed to support patient care for the OR and customer departments.
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision in accordance with standards and policies.
Document, monitor and maintain accurate records demonstrating high level disinfection and sterilization in accordance with current professional and regulatory agencies.
Performs other functions as required.