Sterile Processing Technician II ( SPT )

Trinity Health • Muskegon, MI

97d

About The Position

Provides hospital and affiliated facilities with processed materials and equipment by executing established procedures for decontamination, assembly, packaging, and sterilization. Maintains efficient flow of processing procedures, through appropriate case set-up, anticipation of health care provider requests and patient care needs.

Requirements

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Graduate from a sterile processing program.
• 1 year of experience in Sterile Processing department.
• Certification in Central Sterile Processing through CBSPD or HSPA.

Responsibilities

• Properly identifies and decontaminates instruments through use of washer/decontaminator equipment and proper hand-washing techniques.
• Assembles instruments correctly, ensuring appropriate cleanliness and function is achieved.
• Prepares instruments for sterilization through proper packaging, rigid container system, and wrapping techniques.
• Sterilizes instruments by correctly loading carts and operating sterilizers (Steam Sterilizer and Low Temperature).
• Properly handles sterilized instruments for storage and distribution.
• Maintains efficient flow of processing procedures, through appropriate case cart set-up, anticipation of health care provider requests and patient care needs.
• Maintains the GI unit environment and endoscopic equipment, accessories, and supplies as directed.
• Ensures proper use, function, and safety within infection control guidelines.
• Ensures all endoscopes are cleaned and disinfected according to institutional policy and procedures.
• Ensures endoscopic accessories are cleaned and sterilized after use.
• Ensures that a leakage test is performed following each use of endoscope per manufacturer recommendations.
• Makes sure to check angulation of scopes as needed.
• Sends out endoscopes in need of repair and communicates that with Manager and Service Line Lead.
• Implements universal precautions.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation.
• DAILYPAY Benefits effective Day One! No waiting periods.
• Full benefits package including Medical, Dental, Vision, PTO, Life Insurance, Short and Long-term Disability.
• Retirement savings plan with employer match and contributions.
• Colleague Referral Program to earn cash and prizes.
• Unlimited career growth opportunities with one of the largest Catholic healthcare organizations in the country.
• Tuition Reimbursement.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees