Sterile Processing Tech

Medstar Research Institute•Olney, MD

44d•$19 - $33

About The Position

Under direct supervision of the Team Lead performs specific sterile processing functions for the operating room and other patient care units as deemed operationally necessary following approved infection control quality assurance and departmental policies and procedures.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED or equivalent required
1-2 years 2 years experience in sterile processing preferred or
Relevant hospital experience may be considered preferred
Basic Computer skills required
Ability to read write speak and comprehend English.
HIPAA policies on Confidentiality
Ability to work in a fast-paced Healthcare Services environment
Ability to perform tasks simultaneously while maintaining quality
Ability to actively engage in the department's performance improvement activities
Extensive knowledge of instrumentation preferred

Nice To Haves

Completion of a Sterile Processing/Surgical Technologist program preferred
Certification as Central Service Technician preferred

Responsibilities

Performs sterile processing functions.
Cleans and decontaminates reusable medical devices following manufacturer's instructions and established policies.
Inspects assembles packages and sterilizes reusable medical devices following manufacturer's instructions and established procedures.
Transports all patient care equipment to SPD decontamination area.
Manually cleans and disinfects select patient care equipment.
Cleans and sterilizes loaner instrumentation as required to department policy procedure and IFUs.
Cleans supply carts and operational equipment including ultrasonic cleaner washers and sterilizers as required by departmental policy and procedures.
Examine test and monitor reprocessing equipment to ensure they are operating properly prior to daily use.
Coordinates and maintains instruments and supplies according to department standards.
Restocks supply carts in designated areas utilizing inventory control methods.
Documents all cleaning activities in designated records.
Returns clean patient care equipment to staging area.
Records and maintains accurate daily records of all sterilization functions according to regulatory agencies and quality assurance standards.
Maintains current knowledge certification and licensure.
Identifies learning opportunities and initiates actions to address these education needs.
Attends continuing education programs.
Attends hospital sponsored training programs as required by the department.
Meets all mandatory obligations.
Works effectively within and between departments.
Participates on inter-departmental teams and committees communicating unit knowledge as appropriate or participates in hospital related activities.
Provides department/unit with information and knowledge acquired during participation with interdepartmental teams and committees.
Demonstrates a constructive approach during all interactions with staff supervisors and managers both inside and outside the unit.