ASC Sterile Processing Technician

Centers for Advanced Urology•Wayne, PA

4d•Onsite

About The Position

The Sterile Processing Technician is an integral member of the surgical team. This position provides proper cleaning, decontamination, disinfection and/or sterilization of instruments. The technician will collaborate with the clinical staff and management in review and updating of the facility policies and ensure compliance with recommended sterilization practices.

Requirements

High School diploma or equivalent required.
BLS certification required.

Nice To Haves

Certification as CRCST preferred.

Responsibilities

Responsible for receiving, sorting, inventorying, decontaminating, cleaning and sterilizing instruments and instrument sets.
Loading and operation of washer – sterilizers, dryers, and ultrasonic cleaners.
Performs and documents biological testing on all sterilization equipment.
Stamps, dates, stores and rotates processed items properly.
Inspects packaging of sterile and nonsterile items to ensure integrity.
Removes items if integrity is not intact.
Maintains all sterilization records and logs.
Participates in the timely delivery of instruments/supplies for in progress cases by being alert to the needs of the Operating Room.
Maintains a clean environment by daily cleaning of all work surfaces and equipment.
Reviews and updates policies as needed to comply with AAMI and other regulating agency requirements.
Maintains a log for any immediate use of steam sterilization items.
Reports these to the appropriate committees and recommends the purchase of additional items based on the frequency of this practice.
Assist as needed with patient positioning and prep assistance under the direction of the Registered Nurse.
Performs other position related duties as assigned.
Employees shall adhere to high standards of ethical conduct and will comply with and assist in complying with all applicable laws and regulations. This will include and not be limited to following the Solaris Health Code of Conduct and all Solaris Health and Affiliated Practice policies and procedures; maintaining the confidentiality of patients' protected health information in compliance with the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA); immediately reporting any suspected concerns and/or violations to a supervisor and/or the Compliance Department; and the timely completion the Annual Compliance Training.