Sterile Processing Technician Non Certified
About The Position
The Sterile Processing Technician Non Certified position is a full-time role within the Sterile Processing Services department at High Point Medical Center. This role involves operating department machinery, performing decontamination, inspection, assembly, and packaging of instruments. The technician will also perform sterilization processes, maintain documentation, and assemble case carts for the OR. The position requires participation in the department's surge plan and weekend call, as well as assisting team members and adhering to safety policies. The work environment involves exposure to various hazards including bodily fluids, bloodborne diseases, chemical agents, steam, heat, and sharp instruments. The environment is described as loud, stressful, subject to interruptions, and occasional pressure.
Requirements
- High School diploma or GED equivalent.
- Ability to operate equipment such as the steam sterilizer, low temperature sterilizers, ultrasonic washers, and washer decontaminators
- Proficient in Microsoft Office
- Proficient communication skills
- Knowledge of instrument tracking software
Responsibilities
- Operates all department machinery and promptly reports issues to the Instrument Processing Supervisor or Lead Instrument Technician.
- Performs manual and/or automated decontamination of instruments.
- Inspects instruments to ensure cleanliness and proper functionality.
- Assembles instruments into containers according to count sheets.
- Packages instruments according to manufacturer's instructions.
- Performs sterilization and verifies adequacy of the sterilization process.
- Maintains documentation of sterilization processes.
- Stores sterile containers in identified location.
- Assembles case carts according to the picklist and deliver to the OR.
- Participates in the department's weekday surge plan and weekend call.
- Assists other team members as needed.
- Protects self, coworkers, and facility by following policies and procedures concerning the prevention of spreading blood borne and or airborne contaminates/diseases.
Benefits
- Comprehensive suite of Total Rewards: benefits and well-being programs
- Competitive compensation
- Generous retirement offerings
- Programs that invest in your career development
- Paid Time Off programs
- Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
- Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
- Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave
- Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
- Educational Assistance Program
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
