Sterile Processor

SUMMIT MEDICAL CENTER LLC•Edmond, OK

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Instrument Technician is responsible for all aspects of instrument care as well as the maintenance of the sterile processing area and proper functioning of sterile processing equipment. The staffing of Summit Medical Center is based on a teamwork concept. Employees may be cross-trained in other clinical areas and may be expected to perform duties other than their normal ones as staffing and patient needs change. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Requirements

High School graduate or equivalent
Basic computer knowledge a must
Ability to function as a member of the surgical team
Compliance with the attendance policy
Compliance with continuing and mandatory education programs
Ability to respond quickly, physically and mentally when priorities change
Ability to read and write (legibly)
Ability to communicate appropriately and effectively
Ability to understand and resolve simple problems
Ability to understand simple instructions
Ability to constantly walk, stand, and/or lift
Ability to frequently utilize full range of motion, including crouching, stooping, reaching, bending and twisting
Ability to frequently lift, pull, push with assistance of one other person, the weight of the average patient
Ability to see and hear and distinguish color
Ability to prioritize and handle multiple tasks
Ability to function independently without constant supervision
Care and handling of surgical instruments
Use of sterilizers
Monitoring the sterilization process
Proper loading of the sterilizer
Proper handling of sterilized packages
Principles of Standard Precaution

Nice To Haves

Minimum 1 year experience in surgical instrument sterilization field preferred

Responsibilities

Cleans, decontaminates, sterilizes and maintains instruments in good working condition
Assures all instrument trays are assembled properly and content is correct
Flash sterilizes instrument sets as necessary
Documents and maintains sterilizer load information
Documents and maintains sterilizer Biologic testing records
Maintains all sterile processing equipment
Maintains supply inventory in the scrub sink area
Assist with preparation and cleaning of operating rooms between patients
Performs other duties as assigned or requested
Maintains established center/departmental policies and procedures, objectives, quality assurance program, safety, environmental and infection control standards
Maintains and cares for department equipment and supplies
Participates in educational programs and inservice meetings
Maintains confidentiality of patient and center related business
Develops and maintains an effective working relationship with patients, families, visitors and other center employees
Documents concisely, precisely and accurately on all records or documents as indicated by policy.
Participates in Quality Assessment activities as directed for the continuous improvement of patient care and center business

Benefits

SMC offers a competitive benefits program to full-time employees and their families.
SMC pays the majority of the benefit, while a low premium cost is deducted from the employee's paycheck on a pretax basis.
401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Employee assistance program
Flexible spending account
Health insurance
Life insurance
Paid time off
Vision insurance
Bonus opportunities