Sterile Processing - Sterile Processing Tech

Allied Sterile Processing Technician

Job Title: Allied Sterile Processing Technician

Profession: Sterile Processing

Specialty: Sterile Processing Technician

Duration: 11 months

Shift: Evenings

Hours per Shift: 8

Experience: Minimum of 3 years

License: None specified

Certifications: Certified Sterile Processor (HSPA or CBSPD), BLS

Must-Have: Certified Sterile Processor (HSPA or CBSPD), BLS, Minimum of 3 years of experience as a Sterile Processing Technician, Large hospital experience (500 beds or more), Must have travel experience (6 months), Two professional references from the last two assignments

Description: The Department of Sterile and Materials Processing is a state-of-the-art instrument processing and sterilizing facility. The Sterile Processing Department assists in the decontamination, High-Level Disinfection (HLD), assembling, sterilization, and distribution of clean and sterile surgical instruments, trays, and pans. These functions are performed by advanced decontamination, HLD, and sterilization equipment. Instruments, trays, and pans are assembled, processed, and distributed to multiple operating rooms, units, and clinics. These items are tracked by a bar code system.

Key Responsibilities:

• Inspects, assembles, packages, and sterilizes surgical instrument pans, procedural trays, technical equipment, and surgical case carts.
• Selects the method of packaging and sterilization while consulting with the Processing Manager as needed.
• Examines surgical instrumentation for cleanliness, proper assembly, and function.
• Assembles instrument sets, ensuring the appropriate number and type of instruments per established protocols.
• Handles instruments appropriately to ensure successful sterilization.
• Completes count and supply sheets to document contents of trays.
• Follows established procedures to package and wrap trays and instruments to guarantee sterilization.
• Operates steam sterilizers in accordance with established procedures.
• Checks time, pressure, and temperature gauges frequently to maintain proper levels.
• Loads and unloads sterilizers and places items on shelves for distribution.
• Performs simple maintenance of sterilizers, such as cleaning drain baskets.
• Assures sterility by preparing cultures, reviewing test packs processed, interpreting results, and completing required documentation.
• Checks and adjusts medical equipment based on specific procedures to ensure instruments and equipment operate according to specifications prior to issuing.
• Sends all equipment not meeting specifications to the appropriate area for repair.
• Decontaminates surgical instruments and equipment in line with established procedures.
• Prevents cross-contamination by adhering to established protocols.
• Sets up decontamination equipment for operation and cleans and disinfects work areas upon completion of shifts.
• Handles infectious waste and linen according to established standards to ensure continuous workflow and compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Receives and stores supplies from vendors and hospital areas.
• Checks stock against requisitions upon receipt.
• Documents stock received and reports discrepancies.
• Assists in maintaining par levels of inventory.
• Documents and fills orders for surgical supplies for patient care areas and delivers supplies when warranted.
• Maintains records of equipment inventory use, frequency of servicing, and equipment not meeting specifications that are referred for repair.
• Responsible for quality assurance on all sterile supplies and instruments.
• Performs daily quality assurance checks on stock levels, sterility dates, and accuracy of procedure carts.
• Responsible for critical documentation such as biologicals and sterilizer load sheets.

Benefits:

• Medical, dental & vision insurance
• Free and unlimited continuing education units (CEUs)
• 24/7 dedicated Care Line and clinical liaison support
• Personalized career consultant and "single point of contact" service
• Industry?leading pay rates, loyalty rewards & referral bonuses
• Free tax return assistance for travelers
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Disability Insurance (Short-Term and Long-Term)
• Life and AD&D Insurance
• Paid Sick Leave (where required by applicable state or local law)
• Supplemental Insurance Plans
• Identity Theft Protection
• Pet Insurance
• Employee Wellness Programs
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Career Growth and Professional Development Opportunities

Disclaimer: Benefits eligibility, accrual rates, and usage limits may vary based on employment status, length of service, and work location. Paid Sick Leave is provided in strict accordance with applicable state and municipal mandates. Cynet Health reserves the right to modify, amend, or terminate any benefit plans at any time in accordance with applicable laws.

About Cynet Health: Cynet Health is a Joint Commission-accredited, Minority-Owned healthcare staffing agency headquartered in Sterling, Virginia, proudly serving healthcare facilities across the United States since its founding in 2010. As one of the nation's largest and fastest?growing healthcare staffing firms in the nation, we staff thousands of nursing, allied health, locum tenens, pharmacy, therapy, direct?hire, and non?clinical professionals across hospitals, clinics, long?term care facilities, labs and more. We're one of the most decorated staffing agencies in America-ranked a Top Travel Nursing Company by BluePipes, recognized among the fastest?growing and most diverse staffing firms by Inc. 5000, Staffing Industry, WBJ and USPAACC-and remain deeply committed to excellence, inclusion, and community impact.

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