Medical Supply Technician (Sterile Processing)

Allied Health Professional Duties

Receives contaminated critical and semi-critical reusable medical equipment (RME) in the decontamination area. Inspects, assembles, and determines correct sterilization methods (steam, Sterrad, Steris, ETO, high-level disinfecting reprocessors). Follows all facility regulations for proper use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE). Prepares, loads, and operates sterilizers including steam, Sterrad, Steris, ETO, and high-level disinfecting reprocessors. Rotates and restocks supplies; maintains adequate stock for wards, clinics, and the operating room. Initiates requests for items based on daily schedules or individual requisitions. Prepares surgical case carts with required instruments and supplies for scheduled and emergency procedures. Receives a full range of reusable medical supplies, instruments, and equipment from clinical areas. Decontaminates reusable items using manual cleaning methods to remove gross contamination. Disassembles, cleans, and reassembles reusable items as necessary. Operates automated reprocessing equipment such as ultrasonic cleaners and washer-disinfectors per device Instructions for Use (IFU). Performs high-level disinfection (HLD) using manual and automated methods following device IFUs. Examines instruments and items for damage, wear, or defects. Maintains accurate written records of equipment quality checks and preventative maintenance. Follows device-specific IFUs and established Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) during assembly and sterilization. Assembles a wide range of instrument trays and sets used across medical procedures, including the operating room. Checks for damaged or missing items and arranges repairs or replacements as needed. Processes, assembles, and completes all phases of sterilization for intricate surgical trays and microsurgery instruments, including highly specialized sets with unique, non-interchangeable components.

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