Sterile Processing Technician - Full Time

COASTAL ORTHOPEDICS & SPORTS MEDICINE•Bradenton, FL

19h•Onsite

About The Position

Coastal Orthopedics & Sports Medicine has provided comprehensive orthopedics, sports medicine, physical therapy and pain management services to the residents of Manatee and Sarasota Counties since 1973. Our mission is to improve the quality of life of our patients, their families and the communities in which we service while fostering a culture of excellence in all aspects of our professions. Our culture is one of excellence, teamwork and innovation and FUN! Be proud of what you do. We make a difference in people’s lives!

Requirements

High School diploma or equivalent
Minimum one (1) year recent experience with sterile processing in a hospital or ambulatory surgery center setting
Current BLS

Nice To Haves

Orthopedic surgery sterilization experience a PLUS

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.
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.