About This Role
Sterile Processing Technician is responsible for the cleaning, packaging, sterilizing and storing of supplies, instruments and equipment. This role does not oversee other staff.
Responsibilities
- Prepare supplies, instruments and equipment for sterilization
- Clean each item according to manufacturer's instructions and inspect to ensure each item is in good working condition
- Sort and arrange items into proper trays and wrap trays and individual items
- Accurately label each item with name and expiration date
- Operate autoclave, ultrasonic washer and other equipment for processing sterile instruments
- Maintain adequate inventory of sterile items
- Perform inventory of supplies and replenish as necessary
- Assist in maintaining records of all instruments, equipment and sterilization processes
- Maintain and update the instrument tray inventory list
- Maintain order and cleanliness of the Sterile Processing Area
- Adhere to safety policies and practices good body mechanics and ergonomics
- Follow all rules and regulations for PHI and HIPAA protections of patient information
- Follow all policies and procedures, including, but not limited to, attendance, timeliness, and safeguarding confidential information
- Report incidents in a timely manner
- Promote patient and employee safety and communicate concerns appropriately, following Chain of Command
- Attend in-service programs as requested
- Perform other related duties as directed
Requirements
- Advanced knowledge of infection control, decontamination, and sterilization techniques
- Knowledge of surgical instrumentation and equipment use and care
- Detail oriented
- Ability to multitask and work effectively and efficiently in high pressure situations
- Excellent communication skills with demonstrated interpersonal verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to understand, read, write, and speak English
- Basic Math skills required
- High School diploma or equivalent is required
- Central Service Technician (CST), Sterile Processing Technician (SPT), Surgical Technologist certification, other related certification or ability to obtain certification within one year of employment
Important Details
- Schedule: full-time, closing shift (11 am - 7:30 pm)
Determination of Employee Exposure Risk
- Category I (Ex: Environmental Service, Staff Nurses, Surgical/OR Support Techs, Endoscopy Techs)
- Tasks that involve the exposure to blood, bodily fluids, or tissues
