STERILE PROCESSING - CERTIFIED

Sterile Processing Technician

Working under the supervision of the Surgical Services Director and OR Clinical Care Supervisor, the Sterile Processing staff is required to support and coordinate functions efficiently to meet customer expectations. All the criteria-based duties and standards within this document will be performed according to established policies, procedures, and guidelines within the surgery department and ancillary departments.

Maintains a thorough knowledge of AAMI standards and AORN recommended guidelines for practice.

Provides safe decontamination of equipment and instrumentation.

Provides sterile processing of surgical instrumentation and re-useable supplies/equipment utilized throughout hospital and clinics.

Maintains quality assurance with accurate logs.

Ensures adequate supplies and instrumentation are available for surgery schedule.

Provides service excellence to all customers.

Demonstrates efficient time management and prioritization skills.

Ensures sterility of all surgical instruments prior to surgery.

Practices fiscal responsibility and accountability.

Actively participates in hospital committees, CQI teams, and Quality Improvement Program.

Maintains a clean and safe environment.

Functions as a liaison and resource person for clinical staff and surgeons.

Adheres to CCMH policies and procedures.

Develops and maintains professional rapport with other departments and clinics.

Provides wrapping and proper storage of non-disposable surgical instrumentation.

Call is required.

Must be free from governmental sanctions involving health care and/or financial practices.

Complies with the hospitals Corporate Compliance Program including, but not limited to, the Code of Conduct, laws and regulations, and hospital policies and procedures.

Other duties as assigned. This list is non-exhaustive.

Education, Training, Experience: Education: High school graduate or GED. Experience: Experience in sterile processing preferred. Certifications required: See Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation Certification Policy and Certifications/Education Requirements Policy.