Sterile Processing Tech

Surgery Partners Careers•Madison, MS

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Baptist Surgery Center is opening soon and is hiring a Sterile Processing Technician. The ideal candidate will possess knowledge of sterile techniques, instrumentation, identification, and use, and understands the importance of infection prevention. This role ensures equipment is cleaned, inspected, tested, and maintained according to principles of sterile technique, consistently maintaining instrumentation and documentation needed for caseload. The technician will troubleshoot problems related to equipment, supplies, and service, taking appropriate corrective action when a break in technique occurs and informing the appropriate personnel. They will exercise caution when using chemicals/cleaning fluids that are toxic or caustic and ensure solid/infectious waste is collected and delivered to the collection area on time per MSDS and OSHA regulations. The role involves monitoring the operative schedule and communicating with vendors and representatives to ensure required supplies and implants are available for continuity of services. Responsibilities include maintaining State and Federal sterility paperwork and other needed documentation to ensure compliance with health and safety regulations. The position requires regular and predictable attendance and the ability to work cooperatively with others. All other duties as assigned.

Requirements

High School Graduate or General Education Degree (GED) required
1 year of sterile processing experience is required
Knowledge of methods and procedures for contamination control
Knowledge of surgical instruments, equipment, and supplies
Certified Sterile Processor Certification is required and must be maintained
BLS certification is required

Responsibilities

Ensure equipment is cleaned, inspected, tested, and maintained according to principles of sterile technique
Maintain instrumentation and documentation needed for caseload
Troubleshoot problems related to equipment, supplies and service
Take appropriate corrective action when a break in technique occurs and informs the appropriate personnel
Exercise caution when using chemicals/cleaning fluids that are toxic or caustic
Ensure that solid/infectious waste is collected and delivered to the collection area on time per MSDS and OSHA regulations
Monitor operative schedule and communicates with vendors and representatives to ensure required supplies and implants are available for continuity of provisions of services
Maintain State and Federal sterility paperwork and other needed documentation to ensure compliance with health and safety regulations
Have regular and predictable attendance
Work cooperatively with others
Performs all other duties as assigned