Sterile Process Technician

Sterile Processing Technician

The primary responsibilities of the role include all aspects of processing; decontamination through set assembly, and sterilization. Dependent on the clinical setting; preparation of surgical case carts and materials management may be expectations of the role.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities:

• Responsible for the decontamination of all types of surgical instrumentation, power equipment, and medical devices.
• Inspects and performs functional checks on instrumentation/equipment to assure proper functioning prior to set/tray assembly.
• Demonstrates a thorough knowledge of basic instrumentation as well as specialty instrumentation.
• Demonstrates a thorough knowledge of common equipment used in sterile processing; sonic washer, washer/sterilizer, cart washer, Sterrad sterilizer, steam sterilizer, ethylene oxide sterilizer/aerator and Steris System I.
• Processes, wraps and labels all equipment and instrumentation for sterilization using appropriate wraps and containers.
• Performs proper documentation as it relates to the sterilization process.
• Performs all duties relating to vacuum and biological testing for all types of sterilizers.
• Communicates departmental equipment and supply needs to appropriate supervisor.
• Works and communicates effectively with all team members and OR staff.
• Maintains a clean and safe work environment.
• Performs in accordance with established protocols in compliance with regulatory agencies to include state and local agencies, AORN, HFAP, OSHA and AAMI.
• Performs all duties relating to retrieving case sheets for OR cases using the computer system.
• Demonstrates a thorough knowledge of pulling case cart with accuracy.
• Performs other related job duties as requested.

Qualifications

Required:

• High School Diploma or GED
• 6 months work experience in a Sterile Processing Department or as a Surgical Scrub Technician OR completion of a college-level course in Sterile Processing

Preferred:

• One to two years of formal education or training beyond High School in Post –High school course in Sterile Processing

Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities/Females/Disabled/Veterans.