Sterile Processing Technician - Surgery Center
About The Position
The Sterile Processing Technician is responsible for processing all reusable medical/surgical items for issue according to departmental and infection control policy and procedures. This role involves sterilizing instruments and equipment, completing thorough cleaning of surgical instruments and equipment, and processing patient care equipment for re-issue. The technician will inspect equipment for cleanliness and proper functioning, assemble and package instrument sets, and distribute sterile equipment. Communication regarding recalls of sterilized items and restocking of medical/surgical supplies are also key duties. The role also involves maintaining supply levels, revising department policies, observing environmental standards, and performing physical tasks such as lifting and carrying.
Requirements
- High School Graduate.
- Good interpersonal communication skills.
- Requires the ability to receive and present information with proper conduct and tact.
- Must be able to stand, walk, squat, bend, twist, and reach above shoulders on a daily basis.
- Must be able to: lift up to 15 lbs. from floor to overhead
- lift up to 50 lbs from floor to waist
- lift and carry up to 50 lbs. at waist height a reasonable distance
- Must be able to: push/pull with 20 lbs. of force
- Position requires repetitive use of feet (i.e., heat sealer, sonic cleaner).
- Must have functional speech, vision, touch, and hearing.
- May be exposed to chemical hazards; therefore, protective clothing must be worn as necessary.
- Operates all equipment necessary to perform the job.
Nice To Haves
- No experience required.
- 1-2 years of sterile processing experience
- Certified Registered Central Service Technician (CRCST)
Responsibilities
- Processes all reusable medical/surgical items for issue according to departmental and infection control policy and procedures.
- Sterilizes instruments and equipment according to manufacturer's recommendations and infection control guidelines.
- Completes thorough cleaning of surgical instruments and equipment.
- Processes patient care equipment for re-issue.
- Inspects patient care equipment for cleanliness and proper functioning.
- Inspects surgical instruments and equipment for proper functioning.
- Performs biological indicator tests on the Steam sterilizers and the Sterrad Unit and Steris One.
- Assembles instrument sets according to department protocols.
- Packages instrument sets for sterilizing.
- Distributes sterile equipment to appropriate areas.
- Communicates and notifies all personnel for the recall of sterilized items.
- Restocks surgery unit with medical/surgical supplies.
- Maintains established supply levels in the Central Processing area.
- Revises department policies to meet the department standards.
- Observes environmental standards for the Central Processing area.
- Lifts, carries and/or pushes/pulls various items (bags, boxes, carts, etc.) while utilizing proper technique.
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
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
