Sterile Processing Tech (PRN)
Surgery Partners Careers•Asheville, NC
•Onsite
About The Position
This role involves the decontamination, cleaning, and sterilization of surgical instruments and medical devices. The technician will inspect instruments for functionality and cleanliness, assemble instrument trays, operate sterilization equipment, and maintain records. Responsibilities also include storing and distributing sterile supplies, adhering to infection control and safety procedures, collaborating with surgical teams, and staying updated on best practices and regulatory requirements.
Requirements
- Proficiency in decontaminating, cleaning, and sterilizing surgical instruments and medical devices.
- Ability to inspect instruments for cleanliness and functionality.
- Skill in assembling instrument trays and surgical sets.
- Experience operating sterilization equipment (e.g., autoclaves, gas sterilizers).
- Knowledge of monitoring sterilization cycle parameters.
- Ability to maintain accurate records of sterilization loads and inventory.
- Understanding of storage and distribution of sterile supplies.
- Adherence to infection control and safety procedures.
- Collaboration skills with surgical teams.
- Knowledge of best practices and regulatory requirements (e.g., AAMI, AORN, OSHA).
Responsibilities
- Decontaminate, clean, and sterilize surgical instruments and medical devices using approved procedures and equipment.
- Inspect instruments for cleanliness and functionality; report any damage or missing items.
- Assemble instrument trays and surgical sets according to established protocols.
- Operate sterilization equipment (e.g., autoclaves, gas sterilizers) and monitor cycle parameters.
- Maintain accurate records of sterilization loads and inventory.
- Store and distribute sterile supplies and equipment to the appropriate departments.
- Adhere to infection control and safety procedures at all times.
- Collaborate with surgical teams to ensure timely delivery and availability of instruments.
- Stay current with best practices and regulatory requirements (e.g., AAMI, AORN, OSHA).
Benefits
- 401(k) retirement plan with a company match
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
