Sterile Processing-PRN

Ohio County Healthcare•Hartford, KY

4d•Onsite

About The Position

The Sterile Processing Technician is responsible for preparing and assembling medical and surgical supplies, instrumentation, and equipment. This role involves maintaining sterile processing areas, receiving and distributing surgical supplies and equipment, and supporting the organization's mission, vision, and values. The technician must follow established protocols for cleaning, decontaminating, preparing, disinfecting, sterilizing, and storing medical and surgical supplies and equipment. They will also distribute supplies as needed, adhere to standard precautions, and operate equipment safely. Monitoring and documenting sterilizer indicators, preparing surgical case carts, and managing inventory are key functions. The position requires compliance with organizational policies, regulatory standards, and professional guidelines, along with maintaining privacy and confidentiality. The role also involves assisting with quality improvement initiatives and staying updated via email.

Requirements

Minimum high school diploma or equivalent required for all positions (may be allowed to sign a GED agreement to obtain within 6 months).
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Nice To Haves

Central Supply Processing Department Technician (CSPDT) or Certified Registered Central Service Technician (CRCST) certification.
Certified Instrument Specialist (CIS) certification.
One-year sterile processing experience.

Responsibilities

Responsible for preparing and assembling medical and surgical supplies, instrumentation, and equipment, maintaining the sterile processing areas, and receiving and distributing surgical supplies and equipment.
Support the mission, vision, and values of the organization.
Follow established protocols for cleaning, decontaminating, preparing and packaging, disinfecting or sterilizing, and storing medical and surgical supplies and equipment.
Distribute medical and surgical supplies from sterile processing areas to other areas within the facility or health care organization as needed.
Adhere to standard precautions including the use of personal protective equipment.
Follow safety procedures and manufacturer’s instructions when handling cleaning solutions, supplies and equipment.
Operate equipment used in the sterile processing areas safely and according to the manufacturer’s instructions for use.
Monitor, interpret, and document results of physical, chemical and biological indicators for all types of sterilizers used in the sterile processing areas.
Prepare and distribute surgical case carts according to physician’s preference lists and anticipated needs of the perioperative team.
Inventory, receive, and restock materials used for supporting sterile processing services.
Comply with organizational policies, regulatory and accreditation standards, and professional guidelines.
Exhibit professional interpersonal and communication skills.
Assist with improving the quality of sterile processing services.
Assist with identifying pertinent evidence to establish benchmarks as directed.
Maintain privacy and confidentiality of individuals and health information.
Pain management
Frequently accesses email to stay up to date on information within the organization and provides a way of communication between staff members.
Performs all procedures in accordance with established policies and procedures of OCH and adheres to legal compliance policies and other regulatory issues.