Sterile Processing Technician - Ambulatory Surgery Center

Beloit Health System•Roscoe, IL

1d•$18 - $25•Onsite

About The Position

The Sterile Processing Technician maintains recommended standards for set assembly, decontamination, inspection, containerizing and sterilizing surgical instruments in an accurate and timely manner. The Sterile Processing Technician performs sterilization, assembly and storage of medical supplies and equipment.

Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent
Must be CRCST certified within 6 months of hire date
Must adhere to established hospital and Sterile Processing Department policies, rules and regulations.
Maintains ethical conduct and keeps confidential personal and medical information about patients.

Nice To Haves

Previous experience as Sterile Processing, OR Room Procedure Support Technician, or Surgical Tech preferred.

Responsibilities

Maintains and orders supplies from storeroom as needed for packaging and keeps shelves stocked
Sends equipment in need of repair to the proper department
Packages various items according to AAMI standards
Performs miscellaneous cleaning duties as assigned
Maintains sterilization records as indicated by policy
Completes other assigned job duties
Handles hazardous waste properly and follows procedures.
Operates sonic and washer disinfecting equipment.
Uses various chemicals to clean items properly
Follows the correct techniques in the care, handling and cleaning of instruments and items.
Performs miscellaneous cleaning duties as assigned.
Follows manufacturer's instructions carefully when performing duties.
Uses various methods of sterilization in processing items.
Carefully cleans the sterilizing equipment and troubleshoots problems.
Assembles trays of instruments for various departments.
Maintains accurate records for each sterilization load.
Uses STERRAD according to manufacturer's recommendations.
Cleans the department as assigned.