Sterile Processing Tech, PRN
About The Position
The sterile processing tech is responsible for cleaning, packaging, sterilizing, and storing supplies, instruments, and equipment. This role adheres to sterilization process policies and procedures, cleans each item according to manufacturers’ instructions, and inspects instruments under a microscope for damage and defects, lubricating items as required. The technician determines that each item is in good working condition, sorts and arranges items into proper trays, and wraps trays and individual items according to established policy and procedure. Accurate labeling with name and expiration date is crucial. The role involves correctly operating sterilizers, ultrasonic washers, and other processing equipment, positioning items correctly in the sterilizer, and selecting the proper cycle, seeking assistance when needed. Checking indicators for proper functioning and performing required biological monitoring tests on all sterilizers are key responsibilities. The technician maintains the availability of supplies for continuity of the sterilization process, cleans sterilizers according to policies, and maintains inventory levels and accurate records. This includes performing weekly inspections of all sterile items in the facility, checking for outdated items and package integrity, and replacing items as necessary. Placing items in the correct location, maintaining adequate inventory of supplies for the sterile processing area, and maintaining/updating the instrument tray inventory list are also part of the role. The technician will maintain current information regarding routine preference cards and accurately document the count of items sent to and returned by laundry.
Requirements
- Demonstrated understanding of sterilization principles required
- Constant and frequent judgment and response required
Nice To Haves
- Experience in central processing functions preferred
Responsibilities
- Adheres to the sterilization process policies and procedures.
- Cleans each item according to manufacturers’ instruction.
- Inspects instruments under microscope for damage and defects; lubricates items as required.
- Determines that each item is in good working condition.
- Sorts and arranges items into proper trays according to established policy and procedure.
- Wraps trays and individual items according to established policy and procedure.
- Accurately labels each item with name and expiration date.
- Correctly operates sterilizers, ultrasonic washer, and other equipment for processing items.
- Positions items correctly in sterilizer and selects proper cycle; seeks assistance when needed.
- Checks indicators for proper functioning.
- Performs required biological monitoring tests on all sterilizers according to established policy and procedures.
- Maintains availability of supplies for continuity or recording throughout sterilization process.
- Cleans sterilizers according to established policies and procedures.
- Maintains inventory levels and accurate records.
- Performs weekly inspections of all sterile items in the facility.
- Checks for outdated items and package integrity of wrapped sterilized items; replaces items as necessary.
- Places items in correct location.
- Maintains adequate inventory of supplies for the sterile processing area.
- Maintains and updates the instrument ray inventory list.
- Maintains current information regarding routine preference cards.
- Accurately document count of items sent to and returned by laundry.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
