Sterile Processing Technician

BoulderCentre for Orthopedics and Spine • Boulder, CO

1d • $18 - $29 • Onsite

About The Position

Job Overview: Join our team at the Boulder Centre of Orthopedics as a Sterile Processing Technician! As a Sterile Processing Technician, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the safety and efficacy of medical procedures by meticulously cleaning, sterilizing, and preparing medical equipment and instruments.

Requirements

• Possess knowledge and skills in the decontamination and sterilization of surgical instruments, adhering to strict protocols.
• Exhibit strong organizational skills and attention to detail in sterile processing.
• Understand instrument vocabulary and use for accurate identification and handling.
• Plan, prepare, and manage the reprocessing of instruments efficiently.
• Handle sterile and contaminated articles properly to minimize exposure risks.
• Quickly identify instruments related to surgical sets and recognize any omissions.
• Display advanced technical knowledge of equipment and quality control supplies.
• Use the Instrument Tracking Information System for record keeping and inventory management.
• Maintain vigilance in record keeping for equipment monitoring.
• Consistently apply hand hygiene and aseptic techniques in patient care.
• Sterile processing experience required.
• Current Sterile Processing license required
• BLS preferred

Nice To Haves

• Previous ASC experience in an Orthopedic setting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Decontaminate, clean, disinfect, and sterilize surgical instruments and medical devices according to protocols.
• Inspect instruments for cleanliness, functionality, and damage before and after sterilization.
• Maintain accurate records of sterile supplies, monitor inventory, and restock as necessary.
• Perform maintenance, calibration, and troubleshooting of sterilization equipment.
• Adhere to regulatory guidelines and document sterilization processes, quality checks, and equipment maintenance.
• Collaborate with operating room staff to fulfill equipment requests and ensure timely delivery of sterile instruments.
• Follow safety protocols to minimize infection risk and properly handle biohazardous materials.
• Stay updated on sterilization techniques and regulations through training and professional development.
• Respond promptly to urgent requests for sterilized equipment during emergencies.

Benefits

• Basic Life/AD&D –Guardian
• EAP
• PTO
• 401(k) Safe Harbor Contribution
• Medical
• HSA and FSA
• Dental
• Vision
• Short-Term Disability
• Voluntary Life and AD&D
• General Purpose Healthcare FSA
• Optional Protection Benefits (Accident, Hospital Indemnity, Cancer Care and Critical Illness Insurance)
• 401K

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 51-100 employees