Sterile Processing Technician

Sterile Processing Technician

Department: Surgery Center

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: Institute for Refractive & Intraocular Surgery

Reporting To: Julie Kovatch

Description

The Sterile Processing Technician will demonstrate competence in all aspects of sterile processing, decontamination, preparation, packaging, sterilization, sterile storage, and distribution of sterile supplies. The Sterile Processing Technician will collect, sort, decontaminate, sterilize and stores instruments after use. Performs a variety of duties relating to ordering and inventory of instrument and supplies

Schedule:

approx 32 hours per week. Mon-Thurs Start time varies between 6:15am to 6:45am. The end time vary, to the end of the surgery day.

What you will be doing

• Maintain and log daily sterilization

• Perform and log biological test results for sterilizers

• Knowledge of sterilization parameters, temperature settings, autoclave cycles

• Ability to clean and organize instruments and equipment for sterile wrapping

• Ability to package supplies for sterilization

• Demonstrate correct procedure for decontamination, washing and sterilization of equipment

• Knowledge of chemical sterilization/disinfection, including proper handling and disposal

• Inspect instruments and report all defective instruments and equipment to OR Manager

• Clean each item according to manufactures instruction

• Accurately label each item with name and expiration

• Demonstrate ability to evaluate suggestions and criticism objectively and undertake responsibility of changing behavior or seeking further guidance as needed

• Assist in OR room for set-up and clean-up

• Preparation of supplies, equipment etc. to ensure minimum turnover and to enhance proficiency

• Apply principals of cost containment for proper and appropriate selection and utilization of supplies

• Respond and understand role in obtaining appropriate equipment and supplies in emergency situations

• Adhere to strict patient confidentiality standards

• Assist in transport of patients in a safe manner

• Provide clear, concise communication with staff, supervision, patients, and family

• Perform other duties as assigned

What you know

Required

• High school diploma or GED

• Basic knowledge of aseptic technique

• Current CPR certification

• Awareness of exposure to high-risk environment

What you will receive

• Competitive wages

• Robust benefit package including medical, dental, life and disability (short- and long-term) insurance

• Generous paid time off (PTO) program

• Seven (7) company paid holidays

• 401(k) retirement plan with company match

• Uniform reimbursement

• An organization focused on People, Passion, Purpose and Progress

• Inspirational culture