Sterile Processing Technician III (Certified)

Medical University of South Carolina•Orangeburg, SC

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Supports the daily operations in Sterile Processing and designated clinical departments. Performs Sterile Processing Technician II functions and assists with department educational needs such as in-services, preceptor/training, documentation of competencies and quality control. Entity Medical University Hospital Authority (MUHA)

Requirements

High school diploma or GED certified with either the Certification Board for Sterile Processing and Distribution (CS/SPD) or the International Association of Healthcare Central Service Materials Management (IAHCSMM) or in the case of a Certified Surgical Tech (CST), may float to the OR in times of critical needs
advanced knowledge of various types of reusable surgical instrumentation, including power equipment and micro surgical instrumentation.

Responsibilities

Assembles case carts.
Operates a sterilizer and washer/decontamination and case cart washer.
Administers conduction Biological Testing on all sterilizers: Steam Sterrad and Steris.
Cleans patient care equipment (i.e. I.V. pumps, feeding pumps, pneumatic pumps, CPM machines, PCA, and hypo/hyperthermia units, etc.)
Monitors sterilization, record keeping, and quality assurance protocols.
Performs basic computer functions.
Practices within the standards of AORN, OSHA and the policies and procedures of MUSC.
Assists in department orientation, training and precepting new employees for both the Sterile Processing and Operating room departments.
Assists with quality measurement and monitoring by performing regular instrument set and case cart audits.
Performs other miscellaneous duties as assigned.