Sterile Processing Tech | 40 hours per week | Sterile Processing

Great River Health•West Burlington, IA

4d•$17

About The Position

This position ensures that surgical supplies, instruments, and equipment are decontaminated, inspected, assembled, packaged, sterilized, stored, distributed, and tracked accurately and in a timely manner throughout the hospital. The role works independently with little or no supervision, is qualified to train others in Sterile Processing, and serves as a resource to Sterile Processing customers. The technician must understand and comply with regulatory standards and guidelines. The work includes decontaminating and disinfecting instruments and clinical equipment; inspecting instruments for cleanliness and functionality; assembling, packaging, and labeling instruments; selecting and following appropriate sterilization methods; documenting and verifying sterilization loads and biological tests; and properly storing and distributing sterile supplies. The technician also operates and maintains Sterile Processing equipment, supports inventory activities, communicates supply issues, and maintains a clean and orderly work area.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Successful completion of the Sterile Processing Technician National Exam within 24 months of hire; the posting also states completion within 2 years of hire.
Knowledge of and compliance with regulatory standards and guidelines.
Knowledge of customer and personal service principles, including assessing customer needs, meeting service quality standards, and evaluating customer satisfaction.
Knowledge of relevant equipment, policies, procedures, and strategies for promoting safety and security.
Ability to monitor performance and make improvements or take corrective action.
Ability to recognize when something is wrong or likely to go wrong.
Ability to see details at close range.
Ability to concentrate on a task over time without distraction.
Ability to use logic and reasoning to identify strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions and approaches.
Ability to look for ways to help people, multitask, and prioritize projects.
Knowledge of English language structure, vocabulary, spelling, composition, and grammar.
Ability to listen attentively, understand others’ points, ask appropriate questions, and avoid interrupting inappropriately.
Ability to communicate information and ideas verbally so others understand.
Sterile Processing Distribution Tech is listed as required.

Nice To Haves

One year of experience in an instrument processing field.
One year of experience in a materials-related field with knowledge of supply distribution, especially in a clinical setting.
Completion of a surgical technology course of study.
Computer skills.

Responsibilities

Sort, disassemble, decontaminate, rinse, and disinfect instruments and clinical equipment using appropriate methods and solutions.
Operate, test, and troubleshoot cleaning equipment; handle garbage, linen, and biohazard materials appropriately; and maintain safety standards in the decontamination area.
Inspect instruments for cleanliness and functionality, then assemble, protect, wrap, containerize or package, and label them using count sheets.
Select appropriate quality indicators and sterilization methods, follow sterilization principles, and document and verify sterilization loads and biological tests.
Properly handle and store sterile supplies, equipment, and instruments.
Retrieve and distribute supplies and equipment to customers in a quality and timely manner.
Operate, use, and maintain Sterile Processing equipment and testing devices.
Order, receive, stock, rotate, deliver, and monitor the use of surgical supplies; communicate supply issues to appropriate personnel in a timely manner.
Maintain a clean, orderly work area and complete assigned housekeeping duties.
Serve as a resource to customers on Sterile Processing functions.
Train others in Sterile Processing.

Benefits

Competitive base pay.
Matching retirement programs.
Health insurance.
Dental insurance.
Vision insurance.
Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts.
Employee discounts, including car rental and cell-phone plans.
Employer-paid long-term disability, life, and AD&D coverage.
Paid time off (PTO).
Education Assistance Program.
Employee Assistance Program.
Employee Referral Bonus Program.
Discounted cafeteria meals.
Paid parental leave.
Employee Service Recognition program.
Voluntary life, AD&D, short-term disability, critical illness, accident, and hospital indemnity plans.