Sterile Processing Technician

Sterile Processing Technician 1

The Sterile Processing Technician 1 cleans, sterilizes, processes, organizes, and distributes patient equipment, instruments, supplies, and products.

Essential Functions of the Role:

• Prepares rooms and organizes instruments, equipment, treatment trays and supplies for specified departments.
• Cleans and decontaminates instruments, containers, and patient equipment using detergents and disinfectants. Follows regulatory and hospital policies and procedures. Operates semi-automatic and automatic sterilization equipment and washers.
• Receives, stocks, rotates, and checks goods. Pulls expired goods. Fills and distributes internal orders. Picks up reusable trays, equipment, and instruments.
• Maintains and controls inventory. Maintains applicable records and files.
• Ensures compliance with safety, environmental, manufacturer and infection control practices.

Key Success Factors:

• Knowledge of equipment and instrument sterilization methods and procedures preferred.
• Knowledge of basic medical terminology.
• Relational skills to interact with patients and staff.
• Ability to comply with safety, environmental, manufacturer and infection control practices.
• Relational and communication skills.

Qualifications:

• Education: H.S. Diploma/GED Equivalent
• Experience: Less than 1 Year of Experience