Sterile Processing Tech

CGH Medical Center

1d•Onsite

About The Position

A sterile processing tech is responsible for cleaning and sterilization of used surgical instruments and other medical supplies so they can be safely redistributed for future patients. Our growth is creating great opportunities! Our team is growing and we want to hire the most talented people we can. Once you've had a chance to explore our current open positions, please apply to the one you feel best suits you! You can keep track of your progress in the selection process as well as stay updated on new positions that might interest you.

Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent required.
Within 24 months of hire, the employee must obtain Sterile Processing Certification through International Association of Health Care Central Service Materials Management (IAHCCSMM) or Certification Board for Sterile Processing and Distribution (CBSPD)
Must complete CPR within 30 days of hire and maintain throughout employment at CGH.

Responsibilities

Decontaminates Instruments used in the operating room and in other procedures throughout the hospital and clinics.
Assures that biological and chemical wash solutions are appropriately used.
Assures sterilization equipment is working appropriately by performing quality control checks routinely as instructed and that documentation is maintained.
Understands and utilizes the IFU of all equipment to assure how to clean and sterilize all equipment.
Restock supplies and maintains adequate inventory within the Sterile Processing department.
Keeps instruments organized, sorting mismatched sets of instruments to maintain availability.
Performs daily, weekly, and monthly control tests.