Sterile Processor Tech II

Powers Health•Hobart, IN

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Under general supervision and in accordance with established policies and procedures, the Sterile Processor Tech II provides instruction and training to department personnel regarding surgical instrumentation and case carts. This includes identification, cleaning and handling, inspection, assembly, packaging, sterilization, and storage. The role maintains inventory levels and documentation, prepares and sterilizes instruments and other items, stores and rotates supplies, and keeps work areas and equipment clean. Training for the position is provided on the job. Employees hired after November 2023 must obtain certification within two years of hire; failure to do so results in termination.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED equivalent.
Numerical and clerical ability to assemble the correct number of items for trays, prepare records, and determine supply levels within approved parameters.
Manual and physical dexterity to handle instruments and equipment and to withstand prolonged standing, walking, and moving carts.
For employees hired after November 2023, obtain certification within two years of hire; failure to obtain certification within that period results in termination.

Responsibilities

In consultation with the Team Lead, maintain agreed-upon inventory levels of surgical instrumentation and supplies needed for tray assembly; advise the Team Lead of needed changes, additions, or deletions and request repair of damaged instruments.
Maintain records and documentation of inventory and related activities.
Perform, instruct, and train personnel in decontaminating surgical instruments and equipment with detergents and disinfecting solutions.
Inspect instruments for cleanliness, flexibility, and proper function; assemble instruments and supplies, including specialty trays, according to specified instruments and procedures.
Use ultrasonic cleaners and other equipment associated with proper instrument cleaning.
Wrap, seal, and label instruments, supplies, and equipment for sterilization, and label trays.
Maintain the surgical tray procedures book and record changes requested by the Surgery Team Lead; use the book as a teaching and reference tool.
Sterilize instruments, equipment, linen, surgical packs, treatment trays, and other items using steam, gas, and chemical sterilizers.
Follow sterility-control procedures; record autoclave load contents, regulate time and temperature, and label sterilized items according to procedures.
Store sterilized supplies, equipment, and instruments in designated locations; rotate stock, inspect par levels and packaging integrity, and notify appropriate personnel of malfunctions.
Clean and flush the sterilizer weekly.
Stock inventory items in supply areas and operating rooms and keep the work area neat.
Use CS iQ (Instrument Tracking System) for decontamination, prep and pack, sterilization, and shelving trays.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision coverage
Healthcare and Dependent Care Spending Accounts
Retirement savings plan
Life insurance and disability coverage options
Fitness center discount program
Tuition assistance and career development
Paid Time Off
Wellness, reward, and recognition programs
Employee Assistance Program, including counseling and nutritional and financial education
Instant discounts and exclusive deals on hotels, food, clothing, and other items