Sterilization Technician

Days and Hours available are Monday thru Thursday 10 am-6:30 pm.

Duties may include the following but not limited to:

• →Prepares and assembles surgical trays and equipment following established tray listings for issue, storage, or further processing (such as sterilization).
• →Instruments are inspected for cleanliness, proper functioning and damage by viewing the instruments before assembly.
• →Appropriate judgment is used to identify the different parts of basic instruments.
• →Appropriate judgment is used to identify proper usage of instrumentation.
• →Appropriate judgment is used to repair and replace instrumentation.
• →Service/tray specific write-ups are followed to assemble/label instruments/sets.
• →Appropriate placement and/or protection of delicate instruments are demonstrated.
• →Like instruments are packaged and labeled in appropriate sized peel pack.
• →Priorities are established in order to meet deadlines for processing instrument sets.
• →Ability to complete instrument sets is appropriately demonstrated.
• →Monitors, reads, documents, and interprets all parameters for all types of sterilizers to ensure proper function.
• →Internal, external and biological monitoring systems are utilized appropriately.
• →Parameters for all types of sterilizers are monitored, read, documented and interpreted to ensure proper functioning.
• →Instruments and surgical trays are sterilized by following prescribed policies and procedures.
• →Effective communication is maintained with peers, management and between shifts.
• →Sterilization records are reviewed for accuracy.
• →Cleans and decontaminates reusable equipment, instruments, and supplies, manually and mechanically (Hand Washing, Washer/Sterilizer, Ultrasonic Cleaner, Scope Washer, Cart Washer).
• →Universal Precautions are followed through wearing the appropriate protective attire while working in the decontamination area.
• →Equipment is decontaminated, disassembled, cleaned and routed to appropriate holding areas while keeping a continuous flow of equipment moving through the process.
• →Appropriate cleaning detergents and agents are utilized through following manufacturer directions and referring to the MSDS sheet.
• →Contaminated items are handled appropriately while following universal precautions.
• →All reusable items are decontaminated, terminally sterilized, and cleaned and disposable items are discarded appropriately.
• →Participates in the coordination of all aspects of department’s services.
• →Rapid response to emergency situations is provided as necessary.
• →Able to perform all tasks of Sterile Processing Technician position.
• →Departmental supplies are ordered.
• →Serves as the resource for information for employees and customers.
• →Communications are maintained with all team members to be sure all pertinent information is shared in a timely manner.
• →All departmental, Medical Center and safety policies and procedures are well understood and followed.
• →Policies and procedures are explained to Medical Center staff as necessary and appropriate.

Graduate from an accredited Technical School. IAHCSMM-CRCST certification or equivalent to CSPDT

CPR/BLS certification

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer