Sterile Processing Technician-Surgical Services-(64 hours per pay period)

Mille Lacs Health System•South Harbor Township, MN

1d•Onsite

About The Position

A sterile processing technician performs and participates in decontamination, cleaning, sterilizing, installing, assembling, packaging, storing, and distributing reusable surgical and procedural instruments and healthcare equipment required for surgeries, examinations, and medical procedures. The sterile processing technician ensures equipment, instruments, and supplies can be reused safely to prevent infections. Performing other assigned duties as required.

Requirements

A High School diploma or equivalent
BLS Certification required.
Sterile Processing Certification required.
Experience in sterile processing and distribution.
Strong attention to detail, vigilance, and meticulous care on the job.
Passion for keeping people safe.
Good judgment and critical-thinking skills.
Manual dexterity and the ability to handle fragile equipment.
Technical skills and familiarity with sterilization techniques.
The ability to work well in a team or independently.
A clear background check and proof of up-to-date immunizations (meet MLHS policy).
Ability to stand for prolonged periods
Frequently walking
Frequently reaching (overhead, extensive, and repetitive).
Ability to lift/push/pull greater than 75 pounds.
Proficient communicative, auditory, and visual skills
Service Focus
Ethical Conduct
Flexibility
Initiative
Teamwork Orientation
Technical Capacity
Time Management
Quality and Safety focused

Responsibilities

Collecting used and contaminated equipment, instruments, and supplies for sorting and decontamination.
Manually cleaning supplies of contaminants, removing waste matter, and operating and maintaining decontamination equipment.
Preparing and packing decontaminated supplies for sterilization.
Monitoring and operating sterilization equipment.
Examining supplies meticulously to ensure they are properly cleaned and sanitized.
Testing and reporting any issues or problems with the sterilization equipment.
Monitoring biological and chemical wash solution to ensure quality and consistency.
Sterilizing, preparing, wrapping, and organizing equipment into instrument trays for use during medical procedures.
Preparing and delivering all necessary equipment and instruments for surgeries, examinations, medical procedures, and medical carts.
Maintaining records of sterilization procedures, sterilized items, equipment maintenance, and supplies.
Controlling the inventory, reordering supplies, and checking expiration dates.
Assist with maintaining established policies and procedures for quality improvement, safety, as well as environmental and infection control standards.