TECH- STERILE PROC/DISTRIB

United Regional•Wichita Falls, TX

12h•Onsite

About The Position

This role involves providing indirect quality patient care by applying current knowledge of decontamination, disinfection, and sterilization principles in a clinical setting. The position requires utilizing knowledge of Standard Precautions and infection control to perform various functions within the Surgery Department. The individual must be able to perform effectively in stressful situations, adapt to changing needs, and prioritize tasks efficiently.

Requirements

High school graduate or equivalent.
Completes orientation materials in a timely manner and passes written exams with 80%.
Must be able to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing.
Ability to perform in stressful situations in which speed and sustained attention to detail are critical.
Must be flexible and adaptable and can change job tasks easily and quickly to accommodate the needs of the Surgery Department.
Demonstrates effective communication and interpersonal skills when interacting with co-workers, students, management, physicians, and other health care workers.
Ability to prioritize functions.

Responsibilities

Maintain daily recording charts and biological/chemical tests from all sterilizers, recording results and implementing recall procedures for positive biological tests.
Monitor the surgery schedule daily to anticipate instrument/supply needs.
Sort reusable materials based on decontamination methods and perform decontamination activities.
Accurately assemble instrument sets and trays in a timely manner, inspecting for cleanliness, completeness, and state of repair.
Package, wrap, and label materials correctly based on item properties and sterilization process.
Demonstrate knowledge of steam, ETO, and Sterrad sterilization methods, including loading sterilizers, monitoring processes, and unloading correctly.
Place cleaned/sterilized items in correct designated storage areas and monitor the storage environment.
Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of Standard Precautions and utilize appropriate PPE.
Demonstrate knowledge of infection control practices throughout the cleaning, decontamination, inspection, assembly, packaging, and sterilization processes.
Ensure safe operation of equipment and compliance with safety precautions.
Coordinate preventive maintenance programs and report problems.
Participate in PI activities.
Manage regulated medical waste according to the Exposure Control Plan.
Utilize material resources wisely and assist with supply requisitions.
Assist with coordination of repair and sharpening of instruments.
Act as a preceptor for new orientees and students.
Attend educational and inservice programs.
Perform other functions within the department as assigned, such as transportation of patients.