Sterile Processing Technician (PRN)

Children's Healthcare of Atlanta

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Performs a variety of duties related to decontamination, preparation and assembly, sterilization, and distribution of trays, sets, equipment, and supplies under direct supervision. Performs routine cleaning, such as wiping down tables, and participates in distributing operating room supplies and trays or sets. Completes assigned tasks neatly and in an organized manner, and helps prevent cross-contamination by following dress codes, environmental policies, and traffic control requirements.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
No prior experience required.
Basic computer skills.
Excellent communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
Within 18 months, attain HSPA Certified Registered Central Service Technician (CRCST) and/or CBSPD certification.

Nice To Haves

Graduate of a Sterile Processing and/or Surgical Technology program.
Six months of relevant clinical experience.

Responsibilities

Decontaminate, inspect, and clean surgical instruments, flexible scopes, and respiratory devices according to manufacturers’ instructions for use.
Use sterile processing chemicals according to manufacturers’ instructions for use.
Don and doff appropriate personal protective equipment.
Assemble accurate and complete surgical trays.
Participate in and monitor the timely, accurate assembly of case carts for emergent, urgent, and elective cases.
Assist with maintaining department sterilization records.
Monitor sterilizer test parameters, including Bowie-Dick tests, biological indicators, and other sterilization tests, and respond appropriately when sterilization tests fail.
Support operating room functions in the sterile core.
Foster positive working relationships across departments and campuses with patients, physicians, families, visitors, coworkers, and vendors.
Comply with applicable regulations, standards, and recommendations.
Follow hospital and departmental safety instructions, policies, and procedures.
Attend at least 75% of staff meetings, communications, and job-related educational opportunities.
Perform routine cleaning, including wiping down tables.
Participate in distributing operating room supplies and trays or sets.
Complete assigned tasks neatly and in an organized manner, and follow practices that prevent cross-contamination.