Sterile Processing Technician - Per Diem - Atlantic Health Ambulatory Surgery Center at Rockaway NJ

Atlantic Health System•Morristown, NJ

6h•Onsite

About The Position

The Sterile Processing Technician performs cleaning, decontamination, assembly, sterilization, and distribution of patient care equipment, supplies, reusable medical devices, and instruments in accordance with prescribed procedures, regulations, manufacturer instructions for use (MIFU), infection-control practices, and safety practices. The technician maintains accurate records of sterilization processes and quality-assurance monitoring. The role complies with AAMI, OSHA, TJC, AORN, MIFU, departmental guidelines, and Atlantic Health System policies. The work includes clinical tasks, education, and education-related email follow-up. Responsibilities span equipment maintenance; instrument decontamination, cleaning, preparation, and packaging; sterilization and documentation; sterile storage and distribution; dispatch and case-cart setup; technical and software tasks; and performance improvement. The position may require floating to other Atlantic Health Morristown Medical Center SPD departments. Shifts may vary with the surgical schedule and hours of operation, so flexibility is required.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED equivalent.
Certified Central Service Technician certification through CBSPD or HSPA (IAHCSMM) is required.
Flexibility to work shifts that may vary according to the surgical schedule and hours of operation.
May be required to float to other Atlantic Health Morristown Medical Center SPD departments.

Nice To Haves

Completion of a Sterile Processing program.
Ambulatory Surgery Center experience.
American Heart Association BLS certification.
Certified Endoscope Reprocessor (CER) certification.

Responsibilities

Maintain and safely operate Sterile Processing Department equipment, identify operational problems, communicate equipment information to relevant departments, and promptly report malfunctions to the Lead Technician or Lead Clinician.
Pre-clean and clean instruments and reusable devices using appropriate personal protective equipment, cleaning agents, lubricants, water, and supplies; dispose of infectious waste properly; ensure items leaving decontamination are clean; identify missing items and follow notification procedures; comply with high-level disinfection procedures.
Prepare, assemble, package, wrap, identify, and label instruments, trays, and reusable medical devices according to standards and manufacturer instructions; prioritize specialty and one-of-a-kind instruments; manage assets and replace missing items in their appropriate locations.
Process items using applicable sterilization methods and maintain complete sterilization and quality-assurance records, including biological indicator information and cycle parameters; perform and document required tests, verify sterilizer readouts, and place cooled items in the proper location.
Inspect sterile packages for quality, integrity, and dates; maintain supply and instrument par levels; replenish specialty carts and bins; and record items requested for charging and credit.
Set up case carts accurately according to EMR preference cards, clarify questions as needed, prioritize reusable surgical devices, and record correct item numbers in applicable software.
Answer telephone calls promptly and follow through on requests; communicate instrument-related issues to lead staff; restock returned supplies and instruments; manage crash-cart locks; monitor visitor identification; and document loaner trays according to departmental guidelines.
Use computer applications for instrument and loaner tracking and, as applicable, MIFU review; maintain a safe, clean, orderly work area; and enter Engineering and Clinical Engineering requests.
Support department goals and special projects, maintain attendance and punctuality records, complete mandatory education, occupational medicine requirements, continuing education, and skills competency requirements, and participate in annual performance review and goal setting.
Perform clinical tasks as assigned, participate in education, and answer emails or follow up on education.

Benefits

Medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage for team members working 22.5 hours per week or above, subject to role and employment status.
Life and AD&D insurance.
Short-term and long-term disability coverage, with options to supplement.
403(b) retirement plan with employer match and additional non-elective contribution.
PTO and paid sick leave.
Tuition assistance, advancement opportunities, and academic advising.
Parental, adoption, and surrogacy leave.
Backup and on-site childcare.
Well-Being Rewards.
Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
Fertility benefits and Healthy Pregnancy Program.
Flexible Spending and commuter accounts.
Pet, home and auto, identity theft, and legal insurance.